Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

Kawasaki KLX230R S price starts at Rs. 1.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 34.49 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX, priced at Rs. 36.28 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX230R S offers a claimed 14 kmpl, while the Ninja H2 SX delivers 15 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX230R S uses a 233cc engine producing 20 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Ninja H2 SX a 998cc engine producing 200 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX230R S and Ninja H2 SX, the KLX230R S is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja H2 SX stands out for mileage and performance.

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KLX230R S vs Ninja H2 SX Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX230R SKawasaki Ninja H2 SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.79 LakhRs. 36.28 Lakh
Mileage 14 kmpl15 kmpl
Engine 233 cc998 cc
Max power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Kerb weight 129 Kg268 Kg

KLX230R S vs Ninja H2 SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX230R S (2026)Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
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Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 36.28 Lakh
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four with Supercharger, DOHC
Max Power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm 200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX230R S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,157 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,700 KLX230R S Insurance Not Available
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
77 kmph
330 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four with Supercharger, DOHC
Engine Displacement
233 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
20 PS @ 8000 rpm
200 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
137.3 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Bore
67 mm
76 mm
Stroke
66 mm
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
9.4:1
11.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
14 kmpl
15 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
223 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork
Ø43 mm Inverted fork with KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, manual spring preload adjustability, and top-out springs, Travel 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak with spring preload adjustability
Uni-Trak, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, and remote spring preload adjustability, Travel - 139mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
26 psi
42 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
26 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
900 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2050*830*1180 mm3
2175*790*1260 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1480 mm
Length
2050 mm
2175 mm
Ground Clearance
270 mm
130 mm
Height
1180 mm
1260 mm
Width
830 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.5 L
19 L
Kerb Weight
129 Kg
268 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
250 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Advanced Rider Assistance Systems, Vehicle Hold Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Kawasaki SPIN, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Forward Collision Warning, Kawasaki’s Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System, Emergency Stop Signal
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Voice Assist
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

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

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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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Which bike is best between Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki KLX230R S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX?
The Kawasaki KLX230R S is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX by ₹34.49 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX?
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. Whereas for the SE version, 998 cc Petrol engine of Ninja H2 SX produces 200 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 137.3 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki KLX230R S has better performance.

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