Engineered by Kawasaki for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2016 Kawasaki KLX 150L features a 144 cc (8.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12 HP (8.8 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 11.3 Nm (8.3 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 83.3 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the KLX 150L measures 115 kg (254 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.58 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 875 mm (34.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,340 mm (52.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.68-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2015 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
83.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (9.58 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
875 mm (34.4 in)
Engine
Displacement144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power12.0 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke58.0 x 54.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin NCV24
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDC-CDI
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulti disc
Chassis
Frame TypePerimeter, steel
Rake26.0°
Trail107 mm (4.2 inches)
Front Suspension33mm telescopic fork
Front Travel175 mm (6.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak, with 5-way adjustable preload
Rear Travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground Clearance300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre70/100-21
Rear Tyre90/100-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø190 mm (7.5 inches)
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.115.0 kg (253.5 pounds)
Seat Height875 mm (34.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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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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