Kawasaki KLX 230 launched at Rs 3.30 lakh: What this road-legal bike offers

Kawasaki KLX 230 launched at Rs 3.30 lakh. Kawasaki has launched its first road-legal dual-sport motorcycle in India, the KLX230, priced at Rs 3.

3 lakh, ex-showroom. This launch fills a long-standing gap for motorcycle enthusiasts who sought a versatile bike legal for Indian roads. Here, let’s take a look at what this motorcycle offers.



Kawasaki KLX 230: What’s on offer The KLX230 features a rugged yet slim design reminiscent of its KLX family lineage. It features hexagonal headlights, a slim single-piece seat, a beak-like fender, and a 7.6-litre fuel tank.

Additional features include a monotone LCD with optional Bluetooth connectivity and an optional lower seat height for improved accessibility. It will be available in Kawasaki’s popular Lime Green and Battle Grey colour options. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 specifications, mileage & ground clearance revealed | TOI Auto Speaking of the engine, it’s powered by a 233cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 18.

1 hp and 18.3 Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. For suspension duties, the KLX230 features 37 mm telescopic front forks offering 240 mm travel and a preload-adjustable mono-shock at the rear with 250 mm travel.

Braking is handled by a 265 mm front disc with twin-piston calipers and a 220 mm rear disc with a single piston. Besides that, it offers switchable dual-channel ABS as a standard offering. The bike rides on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels and will compete against models like the Hero Xpulse 200 4V and Pro albeit at a significantly higher price point.

The KLX230 also joins the ranks of the Ninja 300 and W175 as the brand’s locally made motorcycles. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .

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