Kawasaki KLX140 - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Kawasaki KLX140 is a lightweight 144cc enduro bike designed for young riders and beginners seeking affordable off-road fun. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with excellent reliability, while the compact frame and low seat height make it ideal for learning fundamental dirt biking skills on various terrain.
2008
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Kawasaki KLX140 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Forced, semi-dry sump |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin PB20 |
| Bore x stroke | 58.0 x 54.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 144.00 ccm (8.79 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,260 mm (49.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 236 mm (9.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,821 mm (71.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,049 mm (41.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 88.0 kg (194.0 pounds) |
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Kawasaki KLX140 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 215 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 90/90-14 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 70/70-17 |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with single hydraulic shock / 4.2 in.(KLX140) UNI-TRAK® linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in. |
| Front suspension | 33mm telescopic fork / 7.1 in. |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | High-Tensile steel, box-section perimeter |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Lime Green |
| Fuel capacity | 5.67 litres (1.50 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track10%
City25%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding20%
Touring10%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike is best suited to beginners, younger riders, or smaller-statured adults taking their first steps into off-road riding. |
| Purpose | It's a small-displacement trail and recreational off-road bike designed for casual dirt riding rather than speed or long-distance travel. |
| Rider Fit | The low 780mm seat height and light sub-90kg dry weight make it very manageable for shorter or lighter riders, including teens. |
| Character | Playful, forgiving, and easy to toss around on tight trails, it rewards a relaxed and exploratory riding style over aggressive throttle use. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not suitable for highway travel, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking real power and high-speed performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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