Kawasaki Klx 150bf vs Honda Crf250l
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Klx 150bf vs Honda Crf250l. Kawasaki Klx 150bf: 14.3 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs) hp, 121 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 105 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Honda Crf250l: 24 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 157 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Klx 150bf
Honda Crf250l
Horsepower (hp)
14.3 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.8 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
121 kg
157 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
14.3 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
24 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
11.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
23 Nm @ 6,750 rpm
Top Speed
105 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight)
130 km/h
Weight
121 kg (wet/curb weight)
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Klx 150bf
7.0/10
"Honest, capable budget trail bike if maintained properly."
Pros
+Bulletproof low-maintenance engine
+Tall wheel handles rough terrain
+Cheap parts widely available
Cons
−Valves need frequent checking
−Carb runs lean from factory
−Zero wind protection whatsoever
Honda Crf250l
7.0/10
"The most sensible used bike you'll ever mildly regret."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Incredibly cheap to run
+Capable light off-road
Cons
−Struggles above 65mph
−Front brake underwhelms
−Stock power feels strangled
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
