Vertigo Nitro 225 vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vertigo Nitro 225stacks up against the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Vertigo Nitro 225 | Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $5,799 |
| Engine | 225 cc | 233 cc |
| Weight | 67 kg | 129 kg |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 841 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 0.6 L | 7.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 4-speed | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic Braktec, 4-piston caliper | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston caliper | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | 1.60-21 / 2.15-18 | IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 110/70-17 / IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 120/70-17 |
Vertigo Nitro 225 vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Vertigo Nitro 225 and the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vertigo Nitro 225 brings its published horsepower in a 67 kg package, 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: