Finally pulled the trigger on a Kawasaki KLX230 and I couldn’t be happier. I was looking for something lightweight, reliable, and fun both on trails and on the road, and this bike checked all the boxes.
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The low-end torque, commanding seat height, and overall simplicity really stood out to. I wanted something I could learn on, take off-road without fear, and still ride around town and the KLX230 feels perfect for that.
Excited to start exploring trails, doing some light mods, and learning more about maintenance along the way. If anyone here owns one, I’d love to hear your tips, must-do upgrades, or trail recommendations. If anyone is part of Kawasaki KLX230 WhatsApp group please pull me in :)
How much extra for the ckd version?also service cost same for both?
Labour would be same but brakepads and all are expensive than indian version..
Example - brakepads of imported one will cost 4.5 k as compared to indian one which is 1400
1L more on cost side. on service cost, I will get to know in a month. But based on reviews I saw online, it will be higher than the Indian version.
Why did you not go for the indian version?
You could have saved a lakh
Mainly 3 reasons: 1. Wanted an international spec motorcycle, which is tried and tested. The quality of the overall bike is better in CKD. 2. Don’t wanted to signup for the 1st version of the specs, I avoid buying cars/bikes that lacks long term reviews. 3. A lot of accessories, parts compatible for international spec models.
AFAIK, there is no difference between CKD and local manufactured KLX, only that it's manufactured at different places. So it's not really a first gen.
Or am i wrong?
Not right, engine is different, frame is different, suspensions are different, body is different. 90% of the bike is built from the ground up.
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How's the headlight on this?
Decent enough for trails and city roads. I did a small ride last night and the throw was sufficient. But surely not enough for touring or highway.
wait i min did i see you kamanahalli day before night?
Not me, currently in Pune. :)
Ohhh damn, i saw a guy with the same helmet on the bike
what helmet is that?
Helmet: Acerbis Profile 4, Goggles: Revver (Revo) MX Goggles
Bro did they give any discount