2011 Kawasaki KLX™140L

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2011 Kawasaki KLX™140L

The gap between minibike and full-sized machine has traditionally been a wide one. And for novices, making that jump can be difficult indeed. But now there’s a motorcycle that bridges the gap nicely – Kawasaki’s KLX™140L. Featuring 19” front and 16” rear wheels fitted to the standard-spec KLX140, the L-model is the ideal machine for more experienced or longer-limbed fans of smaller displacement machines. And with its more performance-oriented, reservoir-equipped rear shock, there’s plenty of performance for everyone. As always, the standard KLX – with 17” front / 14” rear wheels – is a first-rate option for novices and smaller riders.

Pricing/Color Information

Lime Green

Features

All

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Reliable and easy to use lightweight engine is both simple to operate and to maintain

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Bore and stroke of 58.0 x 54.4mm

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Engine revs easily and allows riders to use the full rpm range of the engine up to the rev limiter at 10,500 rpm

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Exhaust pipe is curved to achieve optimum length for good power character yet remain unobtrusive

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Quiet muffler is equipped with a U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrester, meaning the KLX140L can access designated public off-road riding areas

144cc Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder Engine - Oil-moistened air-filter is washable, reusable, easily accessed and highly effective in dusty situations

Electric Start - Starting is via a (keyless) electric starter button on the handlebar

Electric Start - Orange LED light activates when the power button is depressed, indicating that power is “ON”

Electric Start - Digital CDI ignition helps ensure quick, reliable starting

Carburetor - Oval piston-valve Keihin PB20 carburetor features several Kawasaki-original modifications to provide stable fuel delivery under rough off-road conditions

Carburetor - Partitions in the float chamber keep the fuel from sloshing excessively and an umbrella around the main jet traps fuel when jumping

Carburetor - Dual air vents help provide a stable fuel supply and eliminate hesitation, even when the bike is at extreme lean angles

Carburetor - Needle valve is suspended on a spring which acts like a shock absorber

Carburetor - Float is rubber instead of plastic

Close-Ratio Transmission - Close gear ratios help the acceleration performance of the KLX

Close-Ratio Transmission - Like the KX™ models, the shift lever features a ball bearing to ease shifting and has a folding tip for less damage in a crash

Progressive Manual Clutch - Manual clutch offers young riders the chance to master clutch engagement and gear shifting

Progressive Manual Clutch - A spring damper in the clutch gives it a two-stage engagement that permits half-clutch use when riding at extremely low rpm or idling speeds and helps provide direct clutch feel and better durability

Box-Section Perimeter Frame - Ready for the off-road abuse, the highly rigid, KX-inspired high-tensile steel perimeter frame also uses the same upper tubes as the KLX250S

Box-Section Perimeter Frame - Aluminum swingarm offers light weight, strength and a hairline finish like on the KX machines

Box-Section Perimeter Frame - KX-style chain adjusters allow precise adjustment of the chain

Superior Suspension - 33mm telescopic front fork has spring rates and damping settings specific to each model

Superior Suspension - Intended for a higher average speed, the KLX140L features a rear shock with piggyback reservoir with fully adjustable preload, 4-way compression damping and 22-way rebound damping

KX-Style Wheels - Strong, high-grade die-cast hubs that offer the same durability as those found on the KX

KX-Style Wheels - Durable, lightweight RK EXCEL aluminum rims on the 19/16-inch front/rear wheels

Petal Disc Brakes Front and Rear - Front 220mm petal disc and large-bore 27mm twin-piston caliper (same size as those on the KX450F/250F) for strong and easy-to-control braking

Petal Disc Brakes Front and Rear - Rear brake uses a 186mm petal disc gripped by a 27mm single-piston caliper

Petal Disc Brakes Front and Rear - Rear brake master cylinder features a large-volume, unitized reservoir that contributes to stable braking and helps ensure sufficient fluid pressure is maintained, even when the brake pad wears down

Petal Disc Brakes Front and Rear - In addition to helping reduce unsprung weight, the wave shapes of the petal discs help clean the brake pads for more efficient braking performance

Ergonomics - Combination of the flat surface of the frame’s box-section, long footpegs mounted close to the bikes’ centerline and no kick-start lever add up to good grip and a high level of machine control available to the rider

Ergonomics - Footpeg/frame relationship is modeled after the KX for maximum leg grip

Ergonomics - Handlebar is rubber-mounted for reduced vibration transferred to the rider’s hands

Ergonomics - Two-piece upper triple clamp and handle clamp fosters easy aftermarket handlebar installation

Ergonomics - Raised pattern on half of the surface of the grips just like the top-class MX racers

Ergonomics - Two-tone seat cover has a slip-resistant top surface for good grip when seated and smooth sides for excellent rider mobility when standing

Sharp, Aggressive Bodywork Styling - Box-section perimeter frame, with advanced styling similar to that found on the KX racers

Sharp, Aggressive Bodywork Styling - Two-piece shrouds with ventilation holes inspired by the top-of-the-line KX race machines

Sharp, Aggressive Bodywork Styling - Fuel tank cover provides a flush transition from tank to shroud, and contributes to the high level fit and finish

Sharp, Aggressive Bodywork Styling - Eye-catching box muffler design protrudes as little as possible from behind the side cover, and features a plastic muffler end-cap that offers a surface cooler to the touch than steel

2011 Kawasaki KLX™140L

Specifications

Engine

Engine
Four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve single
Displacement
144cc
Bore x Stroke
58.0 x 54.4mm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Carburetor
Keihin PB20
Fuel Capacity
1.5 gal.
Cooling
Air

Transmission

Ignition
CDI
Transmission
Five-speed with wet multi-disc manual clutch
Final Drive
Chain

Chassis

Suspension Front
33mm telescopic fork
Wheel Travel, Front
7.1 in.
Suspension Rear
UNI-TRAK® linkage system and single shock with piggyback reservoir, fully adjustable preload and 22-way rebound damping
Wheel Travel, Rear
7.1 in.
Brake Front
Single 220mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper
Brake Rear
Single 186mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Tires Front
70/100-19
Tires Rear
90/100-16

Dimensions

Rake (Caster Angle)
27 degrees
Trail
3.8 in.
Length
74.6 in.
Width
31.1 in.
Height
42.3 in.
Ground Clearance
10.0 in.
Seat Height
31.5 in.
Curb Weight
209.4 lbs.
Wheelbase
50.6 in.

General Information

Warranty
6 months base warranty
Frame
High-Tensile steel, box-section perimeter

Colors

Colors
Lime Green

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