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All Bikes/Compare/Kawasaki Klr 650 vs Kawasaki Klx 300

Kawasaki Klr 650 vs Kawasaki Klx 300

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Kawasaki Klr 650 vs Kawasaki Klx 300. Kawasaki Klr 650: 40 hp @ 6,000 rpm (2022+ fuel-injected model; carbureted models ~35 hp) hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight — 2022+ model; earlier carbureted models approx. 193–198 kg) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world comfortable cruising is closer to 130–145 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kawasaki Klx 300: 21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Kawasaki Klr 650 Kawasaki Klx 300
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
55 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
202 kg
134 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
40 hp @ 6,000 rpm (2022+ fuel-injected model; carbureted models ~35 hp)
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
55 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
23 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world comfortable cruising is closer to 130–145 km/h)
135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
202 kg (wet/curb weight — 2022+ model; earlier carbureted models approx. 193–198 kg)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Kawasaki Klr 650
Kawasaki Klr 650
7.5/10

"The world's most capable mediocre motorcycle — buy it used without hesitation."

Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Parts and community support everywhere
+Handles dirt roads competently
Cons
Doohickey failure kills engines
Brutal highway vibration
Suspension embarrassingly basic
Kawasaki Klx 300
Kawasaki Klx 300
8.0/10

"A genuinely capable dual-sport that rarely disappoints experienced or newer riders."

Pros
+Bulletproof fuel-injected engine
+Confidence-inspiring suspension tuning
+Low maintenance requirements overall
Cons
Stubbornly holds resale value
Limited wind protection touring
Fork seals wear predictably

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SW-Motech Crash Bar System Kawasaki KLR 650
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Motul · Engine Oil
Motul 5100 10W-40 4T (2x1L)
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Touratech Aluminum Skid Plate Kawasaki KLR 650
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Touratech Aluminum Skid Plate Kawasaki KLR 650
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HifloFiltro · Oil Filter
HifloFiltro HF112
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Givi Trekker Outback Side Cases OBK37 KLR 650
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Givi Trekker Outback Side Cases OBK37 KLR 650
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Air Filter
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Barkbusters Storm Hand Guards Universal ADV
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Barkbusters Storm Hand Guards Universal ADV
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NGK · Spark Plugs
NGK CR9EIA-9 (x1)
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SW-Motech GPS Handlebar Mount Kawasaki KLR 650
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SW-Motech GPS Handlebar Mount Kawasaki KLR 650
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