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144 cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine is simple to operate and to maintain |
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Close-ratio transmission makes optimum use of the engine’s power |
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Progressive manual clutch offers young riders the chance to master clutch engagement and gear shifting |
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Keyless electric starting via a starter button on the handlebar; an LED indicates when the power button is on to help prevent accidental battery drain |
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Front 220 mm petal disc and large-bore 27 mm twin-piston caliper (same size as those on the KX450F/250F) for strong and easy-to-control braking |
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Quiet muffler is equipped with a USFS-approved spark arrester, meaning the KLX140L can access designated public off-road riding areas |
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Reliable and easy-to-use lightweight engine is simple to operate and maintain |
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Engine revs easily and allows riders to use the engine’s full rpm range up to the rev limiter at 10,500 rpm |
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Exhaust pipe is curved to achieve optimum length for good power characteristics |
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Quiet muffler is equipped with a USFS-approved spark arrester, meaning the KLX140 can access designated public off-road riding areas |
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Oil-moistened air filter is washable, reusable, easily accessed and highly effective in dusty situations |
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Keyless electric starting via handlebar-mounted button |
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Orange LED light activates when the power button is depressed, indicating that power is “ON” to help prevent accidental battery drain |
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Digital CDI ignition helps ensure quick, reliable starts |
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Oval piston-valve Keihin PB20 carburetor features several Kawasaki-original modifications to provide stable fuel delivery under rough off-road conditions |
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Partitions in the float chamber keep the fuel from sloshing excessively, while an umbrella around the main jet traps fuel when jumping |
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Dual air vents help provide a stable fuel supply and eliminate hesitation even when the bike is at extreme lean angles |
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Needle valve is suspended on a spring, which acts like a shock absorber |
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Float material is rubber instead of plastic |
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Close gear ratios help the acceleration performance of the KLX |
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Shift lever features a ball bearing design for easy shifting like KX™ models, and has a folding tip for reduced crash damage |
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Manual clutch offers young riders the chance to master clutch engagement and gear shifting |
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Spring damper in the clutch provides a 2-stage engagement that permits half-clutch use when riding at extremely low rpm or idling speeds, and helps provide better clutch feel and durability |
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Ready for the off-road abuse, the highly rigid, KX-inspired high-tensile steel perimeter frame uses the same upper tubes as the high-performance KLX250S |
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Aluminum swingarm is lightweight, strong and features a hairline finish just like the KX machines |
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KX-style chain adjusters allow precise chain adjustment |
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33 mm telescopic fork has spring rates and damping settings specific to each model |
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KLX140 rear shock features 5-way preload adjustability |
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More advanced KLX140L rear shock and reservoir can be mounted on the KLX140 for faster riders |
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Strong, high-grade die-cast hubs offer the same durability as those on the KX models |
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Durable, lightweight RK EXCEL aluminum rims are featured on the KLX’s 17 / 14 in. front / rear wheels |
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Front 220 mm petal disc and large-bore 27 mm twin-piston caliper (same size as those on the KX450F/250F) offer strong and easy-to-control braking |
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Rear brake uses a 186 mm petal disc gripped by a 27 mm single-piston caliper |
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Rear brake master cylinder features a large-volume, unitized reservoir that contributes to stable braking and helps ensure sufficient fluid pressure, even when the brake pad wears down |
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The wave shape of the petal discs help clean the brake pads for more efficient braking performance and reduce unsprung weight |
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Flat-shaped box-section of frame, long footpegs mounted close to the bikes’ centerline and no kick-start lever combine to offer riders a good grip on the bike and thusly a higher level of machine control |
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Footpeg / frame relationship is modeled after the KX models for maximum leg grip |
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Handlebar is rubber-mounted to reduce vibration transferred to the rider’s hands |
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2-piece upper triple clamp and handle clamp allow easy aftermarket handlebar installation |
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Raised pattern on half of the handgrip surface improves rider grip and comfort |
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2-tone seat cover has a slip-resistant top surface for improved grip and smooth sides for excellent rider mobility when standing |
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Box-section perimeter frame features advanced styling similar to that of the KX racers |
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2-piece shrouds with ventilation holes inspired by the top-of-the-line KX race machines |
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Fuel tank cover provides a smooth transition from tank to shroud, and contributes to the high level fit and finish |
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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 that’s cooler to the touch than steel |
