Kawasaki Klx 150 vs Suzuki Dr650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Klx 150 vs Suzuki Dr650. Kawasaki Klx 150: 10.4 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 121 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h (estimated; note: varies by road conditions and rider weight), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Dr650: 46 hp @ 6,400 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Klx 150
Suzuki Dr650
Horsepower (hp)
10.4 hp
46 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.2 Nm
54 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
121 kg
166 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
10.4 hp @ 7,500 rpm
46 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque
11.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
54 Nm @ 5,200 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h (estimated; note: varies by road conditions and rider weight)
155 km/h
Weight
121 kg (wet/curb weight)
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approximately 22–28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Klx 150
7.5/10
"Cheap, tough, and honest — perfect for dirt learners and commuters."
Pros
+Virtually unbreakable engine
+Parts cheap and accessible
+Forgiving for beginners
Cons
−Painfully slow on roads
−Basic suspension limits confidence
−Subframe cracks under abuse
Suzuki Dr650
8.0/10
"The most reliable used adventure bike under four grand, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof simple engine
+Dirt cheap parts availability
+Massive aftermarket support
Cons
−Stock suspension genuinely disappointing
−Carburetor needs attention
−Vibration above 70mph
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
