Kawasaki KLX230r 6 month review and quick ride

I have owned the KLX 230r for about 6 months now and thought I'd do a quick review. Klx 230. I bought the bike to follow Brett around and spend some time with the family. We went to Durhamtown Offroad Park and the bike performed perfect. I was first looking at the KLX300 but decided on the 230r. It is not a motocross bike but does excel at trail riding.
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[@gub0ne182]

I just got a call that my klx 230r arrived. I go pick it up tomorrow. I'm in the same boat as you. I'm a bit older and wanted a bike to go riding with my son who is getting heavily into riding / racing. Thanks for the video.

[@BrettKelley25]

Good deal. I've really enjoyed this one.

[@DirtBikeSessions]

We've had the 2021 KLX 230r for over a year now - it has been 100% fun and 100% reliable. Love the bike! Thanks for posting!

[@BrettKelley25]

It was my 1st dirt bike as a 47 year old riding "rookie" and I don't think I could have picked a better bike. Thanks for watching!

[@DirtBikeSessions]

@@BrettKelley25 yes! I was the same…50 year old and first bike…now I have a KLX300R and a KTM 250sxf!

[@BrettKelley25]

@@DirtBikeSessions Nice. I just installed a headlight on my 230r. Video coming soon!

[@DirtBikeSessions]

@@BrettKelley25 awesome….looking forward to watching. My son and I just rode in some foggy Virginia mountain weather…we need to get some lights as well!

[@Davido50]

@@DirtBikeSessions We run the ORV parks an local woods here in Western Ohio w/a '22 KLX230R & '21 Yamaha Raptor 700R-SE sport quad. Love em both. God bless!

[@cadwarrior]

Great reliable fun bike! We have 2 klx here, 2016 140L and 2021 230r, we love both!

[@BrettKelley25]

We have a 140 also and picked up a 110L last week. Great bikes!

[@cadwarrior]

@@BrettKelley25 110l looks awesome as a pit bike for adult too!

[@Croydoncycleworks]

Underrated bike that is well built and has a low pricetag. Works well on trails, fun and easy to ride. Much lighter than the dual sport version. Great for learning or if you just want a cheap to maintain fun trail bike. I added lights to mine so was able to rec reg it in Victoria where I live. Just drop the gearing a bit for the hills.

[@BrettKelley25]

Totally agree. I bought this one just to ride with Brett and follow him around. excellent bike. I added a light to mine also. Thanks for watching!

[@BouncyThrone]

Your biggest con is my biggest pro.. I love a low first "mountain goat" gear for steep terrain and hill riding.. Thanks for posting

[@BrettKelley25]

Yes, con was probably the wrong word for me to use. It was just lower geared than I expected. Its actually perfect for what it was designed for, trails and hills. Thanks for watching.

[@RitterRundown]

Glad to find this video. I'm about your size and wondered how it would do. I want one to do the same thing. Just ride around with my son.

[@BrettKelley25]

Glad it helped out. We have a few more videos about the bike, even one where he raced it in a harescramble. It is a great bike.

[@dentalnovember]

Love the dog at the end.

[@BrettKelley25]

She's a good dog.

[@lena19191]

Great review , I don’t mind 1st gear being tall , it will get used one day getting out of a steep situation.

[@BrettKelley25]

You are correct.

[@lawrencemenez4010]

i love my klx230r one of the best bikes i’ve ever had i eventually out grew it and got 23 kx250x but i’ll never sell my klx230r!

[@BrettKelley25]

It really is a great bike

[@lukes7188]

How's that 250x way more power?

[@rockbay79]

I've been looking at this bike.

[@BrettKelley25]

It's a good one

[@ccrider6195]

1st is short...it’s significantly lighter than the klx230 dual sport...I bet it’s noticeable...thanks for posting

[@BrettKelley25]

I meant short. Thanks for clarifying. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@stevemorris3710]

Sweet ride, get yourself some gloves and long sleeves though! ;-)

[@BrettKelley25]

I do. I was just putting around the hood. Anything else Im in full gear.

[@stevemorris3710]

@@BrettKelley25 Good to hear! 🙂

[@Davido50]

It's a well built bike/fun on trails/ EFI / long travel suspension/ electric start. Change the oil (Maxima or Kawi semi-synthetic 10w40 oils) every 15hrs (max) it will last a long time. -Ohio

[@BrettKelley25]

It is a great bike for sure. Thanks for watching

[@sinewave5020]

As a Old Rider, who's ridden 55 years. I couldn't stand the high Idle programmed into the fuel injection system. I ordered the manual idle kit. See how that works. You notice the problem?

[@BrettKelley25]

No, I'm such a novice and inexperienced rider I don't know enough to tell the difference.

[@ll9566]

Any update? I noticed my bike was idling pretty hard it sounded. I didn't know it wasn't a manual idle.

[@sinewave5020]

Yep...KLX parts in Thailand. ABOUT $43 BUCKS. NOW I Dial what idle speed I want. Love it

[@reeselisenbey3641]

Good starter bike ? Been wanting to buy something.

[@BrettKelley25]

Yes, I believe its the best starter bike, or the KLX300 if you want something a little bigger.

[@dreamstateaz]

What helmet is that? Goes perfectly with the bike.

[@BrettKelley25]

Bell MX-9 MIPS Pro Circuit . It hits my big head perfect. motorcyclecloseouts.com/bell-mx-9-mips-helmet-pro-circuit-replica-2020/

[@jeremylaurendeau5878]

i just got one and notice the exhaust getting red hot in like 5 min is it normal does yours do that to

[@BrettKelley25]

Not really anything I've noticed. Just normal hot.

[@skywachter2234]

Would this be a good bike for someone who has had some experience and female and 5’6? Or should I look at something more powerful? I would like to go on the track for fun no racing

[@BrettKelley25]

Just to ride he track for fun maybe. It may b a little tall for 5'6", just have o sit on one and see. But for fun, it has plenty of power.

[@skywachter2234]

@@BrettKelley25 thank you! I saw there is a klx230r s that’s an inch shorter I will probably look into since it’s the exact same in every other way

[@BrettKelley25]

@@skywachter2234 YW. I'm a bigger guy, 6'2", 285lbs, and the bike pulls me fine on the trails.

[@jessielees]

@@BrettKelley25 how do you find the suspension? Im 6'2" and 210lbs (probably closer to 220/225 wjth gear and helmet). I was really looking at the honda crf250f but everyone says at my size/weight the suspension will be too soft and bottom out a lot on me...

[@BrettKelley25]

@@jessielees I havent adjusted the suspension at all. Its just like it came from the dealer.

[@Smokey-mt6ye]

great review friend! Enjoy!!

[@BrettKelley25]

Thank you

[@comical3303]

You think that will be too big for me? I'm 5'9 and about 130lb

[@BrettKelley25]

It might be a little tall but you really need to sit on one and try it out.

[@jeremylaurendeau5878]

i am 5ft 8 i just got mine im at the point of my feet but i fell good on it its my first ever bike but yeah sit on one and you will see

[@mrgodman1419]

how much do these cost second hand

[@BrettKelley25]

It ranges. I've seen them from $2500 to 4K for 2020and up used. Older ones can be a little cheaper.

[@cingram8168]

To bad they got shut down

[@BrettKelley25]

Who?

[@cingram8168]

@@BrettKelley25 D town

[@BrettKelley25]

@@cingram8168 I read it was opening back up under a different name.

[@cingram8168]

@@BrettKelley25 I hope so. Last I heard it was being split up and sold