Kawasaki KLX® 230R vs Moto Morini AMEX 250 J (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki KLX® 230Rstacks up against the Moto Morini AMEX 250 J. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki KLX® 230RMoto Morini AMEX 250 J
Model year20261985
Price$4,999
Engine233 cc239 cc
Horsepower23 hp
Weight112 kg
Seat height905 mm
Fuel capacity7.0 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscExpanding brake
Tires80/100 - 21 (51M) / 100/100 - 18 (59M)2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Kawasaki KLX® 230R vs Moto Morini AMEX 250 J — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki KLX® 230R and the Moto Morini AMEX 250 J usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki KLX® 230R brings its published horsepower in a 112 kg package, while the Moto Morini AMEX 250 J counters with 23 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: