Moto Guzzi TS 250 FD vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS (2026)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi TS 250 FDKawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS
Model year19772026
Price$5,799
Engine231 cc233 cc
Horsepower25 hp
Weight129 kg
Seat height841 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L7.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesSingle discHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeHydraulic Disc
Tires3.00-18 / 3.25-18 IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 110/70-17 / IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 120/70-17

Moto Guzzi TS 250 FD vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi TS 250 FD and the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi TS 250 FD brings 25 hp, while the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS counters with its own power figure at 129 kg.

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: