Made for quick escapes from the heart of the city to the trailhead and beyond, the KLX®230 SHERPA S ABS motorcycle is here to get you to your quiet place. Built with rugged, minimalist design in mind, this nimble adventure partner’s technical features help you tackle challenging off-road conditions without sacrificing street riding comfort. Ready your travel pack—the KLX230 SHERPA S ABS is your passport to nature.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC, air-cooled
Engine Capacity
233 cc / 14.2 cubic inches
Max Power
17.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Max Torque
13.0 lb-ft / 18 nm @ 6,400 rpm
Top Speed
n/a
Fuel Tank Capacity
8 L / 2 US gallons
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
50 State Model 135 kg / 297.7 lbs (ABS) 136 kg / 299.9 lbs (non ABS)
Seat Height
825.5 mm / 32.5 inches
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Kawasaki KLX 230 Sherpa S ABS
Year
2026
Engine
Engine Type
4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC, air-cooled
Displacement
233 cc / 14.2 cubic inches
Bore x Stroke
67 x 66 mm
Compression Ratio
9.4 : 1
Number of Cylinders
1
Max Horsepower
17.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Max Torque
13.0 lb-ft / 18 nm @ 6,400 rpm
Engine Management System
DFI® with 32 mm Keihin throttle body
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Ignition System
TCBI with electronic advance
Performance
Top Speed
n/a
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Wet multi-disc manual clutch
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Headlight Type
LED
Taillight Type
LED
Instrumentation
LCD instrument, smartphone connectivity powered by RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE
ABS
Yes (selectable)
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Front Suspension
37 mm telescopic fork
Front Suspension Travel
158 mm / 6.2 inches
Rear Suspension
Uni-Trak® linkage system and single shock with adjustable spring preload
Rear Suspension Travel
168 mm / 6.6 inches
Rake
24.4 °
Trail
97 mm / 3.8 inches
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels
Wire Spoke wheels
Front Tire Size
2.75 x 21
Rear Tire Size
4.10 x 18
Front Brakes
Single 265mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 220mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Overall Length
2060 mm / 81.1 inches
Overall Width
920 mm / 36.2 inches
Overall Height
1126 mm / 44.3 inches
Seat Height
825.5 mm / 32.5 inches
Wheelbase
1354 mm / 53.3 inches
Ground Clearance
216 mm / 8.5 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity
8 L / 2 US gallons
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
50 State Model 135 kg / 297.7 lbs (ABS) 136 kg / 299.9 lbs (non ABS)
Features
Rugged dual-sport capability and utilitarian trail bike design
Low 32.5-in seat height for confident reach to the ground
Tapered aluminum handlebar and metal-reinforced hand guards
Aluminum skid plate
18-in rear wheel with tubeless tire
Stacked dual-LED headlight with guard-bar
Slim shrouds for a broad view of the ground
Selectable ABS
Ergo-Fit
Kawasaki KLX 230 Sherpa S ABS (2026) Color Options
Lime Green
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