The new KLX150 series offers riding fun in a variety of situations, from urban usage like city riding and commuting to off-road trail rides that excite the adventurous spirit. Its slim, lightweight chassis and reliable air-cooled engine are complemented by a powerful, stylish MX-inspired design reminiscent of a full-fledged enduro motorcycle, making it casually enjoyable for a wide range of riders. The KLX150 is Learner Legal throughout Australia.
The 144 cm³ 4-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine offers a lightweight power plant with strong reliability and performance. Large Keihin NCV24 carburettor ensures smooth throttle response and excellent fuel economy. An electric starter ensures quick, hassle-free starting, and a kick starter provides a reliable back-up should battery power be an issue.
Large 21” front and 18” rear tyres provide strong off road capability. Large wheels are better to overcoming obstacles encountered when taking the bike through off road trails or tackling the unpredictable roads of the urban environment.
Aluminium rims contribute to low unsprung weight.
The 240 mm front petal disc is gripped by a dual-piston caliper and when combined with 190 mm rear petal disc and single piston caliper offers strong easy-to-control braking. The front and rear calipers use sintered brake pads for good wear characteristics.
With 35 mm diameter inverted front fork offers a serious boost to off-road riding potential. Increased bottoming resistance eliminates bottoming on off-road trails. Front wheel travel measures at 185mm, while the rear boasts 192mm of travel.
Uni-Trak rear suspension provides great road holding ability and bump absorption. Shock settings suit the large wheel sizes.
An all-digital LCD dash cluster offers high legibility and a compact design. Features speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, dual gauge, clock, and indicator and high beam lamps. A new LED headlight provides excellent illumination at night or in low light conditions. The new cowling and front fender contribute to a sporty, aggressive styling reminiscent of the KX series.
5-speed transmission ensures there is a gear for every situation, enabling quick pick-ups when accelerating from a stop, and relaxed cruising ability when riding at higher speeds. Short final gearing care of large rear sprockets KLX150BF: 52/14 focuses the engine’s performance in the low-mid rpm range. This contributes to increased off-road performance, the stronger low-end enabling riders to continue moving forward even when navigating tricky off-road trails. The 5-plate clutch uses three different types of friction plates to ensure durability while reducing clutch noise.
