Kawasaki KLX230 SM suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki KLX230 SM, 2023 onwards: adjustable rear preload, 838 mm (33.0 in) seat height, 188 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2023 onwards Kawasaki KLX230 SM
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Kawasaki KLX230

2023 onwards · supermoto · 233 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel188 mm (7.4 in)
Rear suspension travel221 mm (8.7 in)
Fork diameter37 mm (1.5 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire110/70-17
Rear tire130/70-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1355 mm (53.3 in)
Seat height838 mm (33.0 in)
Front brakeSingle 300mm petal disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle 240mm petal disc, 2-piston caliper

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