Kawasaki Kle500 vs Yamaha Xt 660
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Kle500 vs Yamaha Xt 660. Kawasaki Kle500: 50 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by year and conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Kle500
Yamaha Xt 660
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
165 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
179 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
50 hp @ 8,500 rpm
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
44 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by year and conditions)
165 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Kle500
7.5/10
"Underrated, reliable dual-sport tourer offering serious value for sensible money."
Pros
+Genuinely indestructible engine
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Strong used parts availability
Cons
−Carbs gum up quickly
−Suspension soft when loaded
−No fuel injection option
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
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