ApriliaRS457vsKawasakiKLX140RF

Aprilia RS 457 vs Kawasaki KLX 140R F: Specifications Comparison

• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Calliper Type, Front Disc Size, Front Suspension Preload Adjuster

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
  Front Disc Size	320	192
  Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
  Front Wheel Size	R17	R12
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
  Rear Wheel Size	R17	R18
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Spoke
  Front Suspension	41mm upside-down fork adjustable preload 120mm travel	Telescopic Fork
  Rear Suspension	Monoshock adjustable preload 130mm wheel travel	Uni Trak Swingarm/ 200 mm
  Front Tyre Size	120/70 R17	2.75 R12
  Rear Tyre Size	150/60 R17	4.10 R18
  Tubeless Tyres
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	220 mm	190 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	14
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	14
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	14
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	14

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Geo Fencing, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Backrest

  Low Battery Indicator
  Low Oil Indicator
  Pillion Footrest
  Riding Modes	3	Data Not Available
  Service Reminder Indicator
  Start Type	Self Start	Kick and Self Start
  Console Type	Digital	Analogue
  Distance to Empty Indicator
  Engine Kill Switch
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Side Stand Indicator
  Seat Style	Data Not Available	Single

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
  Spark Plugs
  Engine Capacity	457 cc	144 cc
  Engine Type	2 Parallel forward facing cylinders& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid cooled with Ride-By-Wire	4-stroke single& SOHC& air-cooled
  No. of Cylinders	2	1
  No. of valves per cylinder	4	2
  Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
  Bore x Stroke	69 mm x 61.1 mm	58 mm x 54.4 mm
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Air Cooled
  Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Data Not Available
  Max Power	46.93 bhp @ 9400 rpm	11.1 bhp @ 8000 rpm
  Max Torque	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm	12 Nm @ 6000 rpm
  Mileage (Claimed)	30 kmpl	Data Not Available
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	5 Speed
  Configuration	Data Not Available	SOHC

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Touch Screen Display, Fuel level guage, Gear Indicator

  Riding Modes Switch
  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Gear Indicator
  Tachometer	Digital	Digital
  Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
  Odometer	Digital	Digital

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• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
  Hazard Warning Indicator
  Hazard Warning Switch
  Radial Tyres
  Side Stand Alarm
  Pass Light
  Pillion Grabrail
  Turn Signal	LED	Data Not Available
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system
  Slipper Clutch
  Traction Control System

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Body Type, Seat Height, Length, Width

  Body Type	Sports	Adventure
  Seat Height	800 mm	860 mm
  Length	Data Not Available	2005 mm
  Width	Data Not Available	790 mm
  Height	Data Not Available	1205 mm
  Wheelbase	Data Not Available	1330 mm
  Ground Clearance	Data Not Available	315 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	Data Not Available	5.8 Litres
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	Data Not Available	99 kg

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights
  LED headlight

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  3 Years/36000 kms

  2 Years/30000 kms

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros	Build quality, fit and finish are superb Design similar to the bigger RSV4 Looks like a bigger sports bike Engine performance is thrilling and fast Agile handling makes it very fun to ride Multiple optional accessories like Quickshifter	Long‑travel suspension improves rough terrain absorption. Lightweight frame enhances agility on trails. Manageable engine output suits learning riders. Durable off‑road components ensure rugged reliability. Simple controls support friendly novice usability.
  Cons	Stock brakes lack bite and confidence Vibrations on the handlebar and footpegs in the engine mid-range A fully loaded bike with options is costly Aprilia service centres are limited Long-term maintenance and parts availability are questionable	No street legality limits everyday usability. Basic features reduce modern convenience appeal. Seat comfort could be better for long trail days.

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Visual Gallery

Aprilia RS 457Kawasaki KLX 140R F

Which Bike Do You Like More?

Aprilia RS 457

Kawasaki KLX 140R F