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34/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.1 hp/kg
Torque
11 Nm
Engine
144 ccm
Technical Overview
2024 Kawasaki KLX150SM SE Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Kawasaki's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2024 Kawasaki KLX150SM SE features a 144 cc (8.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.5 HP (8.4 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 79.9 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 KLX150SM SE measures 120 kg (265 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.43 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,335 mm (52.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.9-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
79.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.43 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
840 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement144.0 ccm (8.79 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power11.5 HP (8.4 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)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin NCV24
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet Multi-Disc
Chassis
Frame TypePerimeter, Steel
Rake26.4°
Trail91 mm (3.6 inches)
Front SuspensionInverted telescopic fork, 35mm
Front Travel175 mm (6.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak , single gas-shock with 5-way preload adjustability
Rear Travel192 mm (7.6 inches)
Wheelbase1335 mm (52.6 inches)
Ground Clearance270 mm (10.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/80-17
Rear Tyre120/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Semi-floating petal disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight120.0 kg (264.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0961 HP/kg
Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1165 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall Length1995 mm (78.5 inches)
Overall Width960 mm (37.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity6.90 litres (1.82 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsEbony, Aquarius Green, Neon Green Ebony, Battle Gray
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