Honda SL 230
- Production years
- 2002
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2002
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 223 cm³
- Power
- 20 hp (15 kW)
- Dry weight
- 106 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
Overview
The Honda SL 230 is a dual-sport motorcycle produced for 2002. Its air-cooled 223.0 cm³ single makes 20 hp (15 kW) and 21 Nm of torque, with a dry weight of 106 kg.
The 255 mm of ground clearance helps it clear uneven surfaces, while its 106 kg dry weight makes low-speed maneuvering less demanding. The 805 mm seat provides a raised riding position, and the manual 6-speed gearbox lets the rider choose gears to suit the terrain.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 65.5 x 66.2 mm
- Engine capacity
- 223 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- Single
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 20 hp (15 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1887 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 21 Nm
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 106 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10 L
- Ground clearance
- 255 mm
- Overall height
- 1,120 mm
- Overall length
- 2,055 mm
- Overall width
- 825 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,340 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
Pros and cons
Advantages
Ground clearance
At 255 mm, it has room to pass over uneven ground without the underside sitting close to the surface.
Light dry weight
The 106 kg dry weight makes the bike easier to handle when moving it around at low speed.
Things to consider
10 L fuel capacity
The 10 L tank means there is only a limited amount of fuel aboard between fill-ups.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
805 mm
Approx. loaded height
775 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 10 L at 6 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
167 km
With 10% reserve
150 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2002 Honda SL 230 have?
It has an air-cooled, single-cylinder 223.0 cm³ engine with a carburetor.
How much power and torque does the Honda SL 230 make?
It produces 20 hp (15 kW) and 21 Nm of torque.
What is the seat height of the Honda SL 230?
The seat height is 805 mm.
How much ground clearance does the Honda SL 230 have?
It has 255 mm of ground clearance.
