Kawasaki KLX230 vs Kawasaki KLX230R S

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Kawasaki KLX230R S price starts at Rs. 1.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 5,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KLX230, priced at Rs. 1.84 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX230 offers a claimed 40 kmpl, while the KLX230R S delivers 14 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX230 uses a 233cc engine producing 19 PS and the KLX230R S a 233cc engine producing 20 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX230 and KLX230R S, the KLX230R S is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the KLX230 stands out for mileage.

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KLX230 vs KLX230R S Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX230Kawasaki KLX230R S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.84 LakhRs. 1.79 Lakh
Mileage 40 kmpl14 kmpl
Engine 233 cc233 cc
Max power 19 PS20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 139 Kg129 Kg

KLX230 vs KLX230R S Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX230 STDKawasaki KLX230R S (2026)
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Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Max Power 19 PS 20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX230 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
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,301 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,157 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,784 KLX230 Insurance Rs. 11,700 KLX230R S Insurance
Brochure N/A
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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 Engine
Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Engine Displacement
233 cc
233 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
19 PS
20 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
19 Nm
20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
67 mm
67 mm
Stroke
66 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
9.4:1
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)
40 Kmpl
14 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
223 mm
223 mm
Suspension-Front
Ø37 mm, Telescopic fork
Telescopic Fork
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak
Uni-Trak with spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-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

Dry Weight
136 kg
Not Available
Seat height
880 mm
900 mm
Length*Width*Height
2110*830*1160 mm3
2050*830*1180 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1370 mm
Length
2110 mm
2050 mm
Ground Clearance
255 mm
270 mm
Height
1160 mm
1180 mm
Width
830 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.5 L
7.5 L
Kerb Weight
139 Kg
129 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
290 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Perimeter, High Tensile Steel
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Dirt Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230
  • Long travel suspension and superb ground clearance makes it quite capable offroad, Switchable ABS at the rear enhances the offroad capabilities of the bike, Look and styling makes the bike look like a proper offroader
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • At 129kg (kerb) the bike is quite light
  • Rider-friendly engine performance
  • The ground clearance quite high at 270mm
Kawasaki KLX230
  • The pricing is a bit too high compared to competitors, The console is rather plain and doesn't offer many features, Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • Gets the same suspension setup as the 2026 KLX230 with less wheel travel
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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX230 vs Kawasaki KLX230R S?
The Kawasaki KLX230R S is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX230 by ₹5,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX230 vs Kawasaki KLX230R S?
For the STD version, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230 produces 19 PS of power and 19 Nm 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

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