Kawasaki KLX 140R F vs Kawasaki KLX230R S

Last Updated: September 23, 2026

Kawasaki KLX230R S price starts at Rs. 1.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.00 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KLX 140R F, priced at Rs. 3.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX 140R F offers a claimed 60 kmpl, while the KLX230R S delivers 14 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX 140R F uses a 144cc engine producing 11 PS @ 8000 rpm and the KLX230R S a 233cc engine producing 20 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX 140R F and KLX230R S, the KLX 140R F is the better pick for mileage and a lighter kerb weight, while the KLX230R S stands out for affordability and performance.

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KLX 140R F vs KLX230R S Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX 140R FKawasaki KLX230R S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.79 LakhRs. 1.79 Lakh
Mileage 60 kmpl14 kmpl
Engine 144 cc233 cc
Max power 11 PS @ 8000 rpm20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 99 Kg129 Kg

KLX 140R F vs KLX230R S Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX 140R F STDKawasaki KLX230R S (2026)
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Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled, 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Max Power 11 PS @ 8000 rpm 20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX 140R F Colors
Kawasaki KLX230R S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 10,377 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,157 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,766 KLX 140R F Insurance Rs. 11,700 KLX230R S Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
77 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air Cooled, 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC
Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Engine Displacement
144 cc
233 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
11 PS @ 8000 rpm
20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
12 Nm @ 6000 rpm
20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
58 mm
67 mm
Stroke
54.4 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
9.4:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
60 kmpl
14 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
223 mm
Suspension-Front
Ø33 mm, Telescopic Fork, Travel - 190mm
Telescopic Fork
Suspension-Rear
Uni Trak Swingarm, Travel - 200 mm
Uni-Trak with spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
14 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
14 psi
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
14 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
14 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21Rear :-4.10-18
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Seat height
860 mm
900 mm
Length*Width*Height
2005*790*1135 mm3
2050*830*1180 mm3
Wheelbase
1330 mm
1370 mm
Length
2005 mm
2050 mm
Ground Clearance
315 mm
270 mm
Height
1135 mm
1180 mm
Width
790 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.8 L
7.5 L
Kerb Weight
99 Kg
129 Kg
Front Brake Size
192 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Size
156 mm
230 mm

Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • At 129kg (kerb) the bike is quite light
  • Rider-friendly engine performance
  • The ground clearance quite high at 270mm
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • Gets the same suspension setup as the 2026 KLX230 with less wheel travel
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Kawasaki KLX 140R F Vs Kawasaki KLX230R S FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki KLX 140R F vs Kawasaki KLX230R S?
Kawasaki KLX230R S has out rated Kawasaki KLX 140R F on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX 140R F vs Kawasaki KLX230R S?
The Kawasaki KLX230R S is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX 140R F by ₹2.00 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX 140R F vs Kawasaki KLX230R S?
For the STD version, 144 cc Petrol engine of KLX 140R F produces 11 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2026) version, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230R S produces 20 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki KLX 140R F has better performance.

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