At the heart of the 2023 Kawasaki KX112 cross - motocross motorcycle, Kawasaki features a 112 cc (6.8 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 7.2 HP (5.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 64.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the KX112 measures 76.7 kg (169 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (10.65 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 871 mm (34.3 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,311 mm (51.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2022 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
64.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (10.65 kg/HP)
Standover Height
871 mm (34.3 in)
Engine
Displacement112.0 ccm (6.83 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power7.2 HP (5.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 5.9 ft.lbs)
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke53.0 x 50.6 mm (2.1 x 2.0 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin 28mm
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI with digital advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc manual
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh-tensile steel perimeter design withsubframe member
Rake29.0°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping
Front Travel274 mm (10.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak® gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload
Rear Travel274 mm (10.8 inches)
Wheelbase1311 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground Clearance330 mm (13.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre70/100-19
Rear Tyre90/100-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. Double-piston caliper.
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø184 mm (7.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.76.7 kg (169.0 pounds)
Seat Height871 mm (34.3 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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