$5899 for the Sherpa.
You'll notice on Kawasaki's
website another new model,
the KLX230 DF ABS, which is
essentially a Sherpa but with the
same (longer) suspension travel
and seat height as the KLX230
S model. The less-flashy colored
(all gray) DF, however, may be
hard to find, as it is available
only in limited numbers, basi-
cally for special-use markets.
But
it's out there.
metal-reinforced handguards, a
skid plate, and sturdier tapered
aluminum handlebars. It also
has a stacked-LED headlight
with a guard bar that doubles as
a grab bar and a tubeless rear
tire. Both bikes come with 21-
inch and 18-inch wheels.
So, why would you still
choose the S model over the
Sherpa? Because it's a fair
amount cheaper, $5199 (stan-
dard) / $5499 ABS compared to
Besides seat
height, there are
some key differences between
the KLX230 S and KLX230 S
Sherpa ABS, with the most
noticeable being the styling.
The Sherpa features new plastic
and a fresher appearance. The
KLX230 S is available with or
without ABS, while the Sherpa
ABS is only offered with ABS.
The Sherpa is slightly more
geared toward off-roading, as
it comes with factory-installed
When it's time to get away and chill,
the 2026 Kawasaki KLX230 S Sherpa ABS
is the perfect vehicle.
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RIDE REVIEW I 2026 KAWASAKI KLX230 S SHERPA ABS
