At the heart of the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 140 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Kawasaki relies on a 144 cc (8.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 58.0 x 54.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KLX 140 measures 93 kg (205 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,260 mm (49.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.8-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 2009 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke58.0 x 54.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin PB20
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital DC-CDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate, wet
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular double cradle
Rake27.0°
Trail84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front Suspension33mm telescopic fork
Front Travel180 mm (7.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionUNI-TRAK linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability
Rear Travel180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Ground Clearance235 mm (9.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre70/100-17
Rear Tyre90/100-14
Front BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with a dual-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø186 mm (7.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.93.0 kg (205.0 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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