Kawasaki has launched the 2026 KLX 230 in India with a big price drop. The bike earlier cost ₹3.30 lakh (ex-showroom), but now it is priced at ₹1.99 lakh. This means you save ₹1.31 lakh.
💰 Why the Price is Lower
The main reason for the lower price is that the KLX 230 is now made in India instead of being imported. Making it locally reduces costs, and Kawasaki has passed the savings to customers.
🔄 What is New in 2026 Model
The 2026 version gets a few changes:
- Less suspension travel for easier handling
- Single-channel ABS instead of dual-channel
- New graphics for a fresh look
🏍 Engine and Performance
The KLX 230 still has the same engine as before:
- 233 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine
- Power: 18.1 bhp
- Torque: 18.3 Nm
- 6-speed gearbox
It is built for both normal roads and off-road riding.
🛠 Suspension, Brakes and Wheels
- Front: Telescopic forks
- Rear: Linked monoshock
- Brakes: Disc brakes at front and rear
- Wheels: 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels
- Tyres: Knobby tyres for better grip on rough roads
🎨 Design and Style
The bike has a simple and strong off-road look with:
- High front fender
- Flat, long seat for easy movement
- Short tail section for off-road use
- Two colour options in the road-legal version
It has a seat height of 880 mm and weighs 139 kg.
🏕 KLX 230R S – Off-Road Only Version
Kawasaki has also launched the KLX 230R S for trail riding. This bike is not road legal.
Main details:
- Same 233 cc engine (slightly different performance)
- Ground clearance: 270 mm
- Seat height: 900 mm
- Suspension:
- Front: 37 mm telescopic fork (220 mm travel)
- Rear: Uni-Trak suspension with preload adjust (223 mm travel)
- Wheels: 21-inch front and 18-inch rear with knobby tyres
- Price: ₹1.94 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Colour: Only Lime Green
✅ Conclusion
With the lower price, local production, and strong off-road design, the 2026 Kawasaki KLX 230 is now a much better deal. It will compete directly with the Hero Xpulse 210 and is a great choice for people who love trail riding and adventure trips.
