Kawasaki KLX230RS Off-Roader Launched at Rs 5.21 Lakh in India

Kawasaki, the Japanese bikemaker, has launched the new KLX230RS in the Indian market. It is a track-only motorcycle with a price tag of Rs 5.21 lakh (ex-showroom). The dirt bike goes on sale in the country via the CBU (Completely Built-Up) route, thus the high sticker price. Being an off-roader, the KLX230RS is deprived of road-legal credentials, such as a headlight, turn indicators, rear-view mirrors, and a taillight. Instead, the bike comes with sleek bodywork and features fork gaiters, an upswept tail panel, a tall-set front fender, and an exhaust canister. 

Furthermore, the bike from the stable of Kawasaki offers wire-spoked wheels, measuring 21 inches at the front and 18 inches at the rear. These wheels come wrapped in tube-type tyres for off-road use. In terms of dimensions, the motorcycle comes with a seat height of 900mm and a long wheelbase of 1,350mm. Besides, it offers 275mm of ground clearance.  

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Kawasaki KLX230RS: Hardware

The Kawasaki KLX230RS is suspended with the help of a 37mm telescopic fork at the front and a Uni Trak mono-shock at the rear, both offering a long-travel rating. As a result, the bike is claimed to provide riding comfort and control on rugged terrain. The braking hardware of the bike consists of petal-type disc brakes on both ends. The motorcycle is underpinned by a tubular semi-double-cradle frame. 

Kawasaki KLX230RS: Engine and Gearbox

At its heart is a 233cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that makes 19.57bhp of maximum power at 8,000rpm and 20.6Nm of peak torque at 6,000rpm. For handling transmission, the engine comes mated to a 6-speed unit. 

The Kawasaki KLX230RS tips the scale at 115 kilograms. With the absence of a headlight, mirrors, saree guard, etc., it is obvious that this motorcycle cannot be registered for the road. 

Kawasaki KX65, KX112 Launched As Well

Along with the KLX230RS, the Japanese manufacturer also launched the KX65 and the KX112 in the domestic market. They are priced at Rs 3.12 lakh and Rs 4.88 lakh, respectively. The KX65 off-roader is the smallest of the lot and comes powered by a 64cc, single-cylinder, two-stroke, liquid-cooled engine. We do not have its power and torque figures yet.  

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Whereas, a 112cc, single-cylinder, two-stroke, liquid-cooled engine powers the KX112 off-roader. These bikes go on sale alongside the existing models, which include the KX100, KX250, KX450, KLX110, KLX140G, and the KLX450R.