Kawasaki Klx 150bf vs Kawasaki Klr 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Klx 150bf
Kawasaki Klr 650
Horsepower (hp)
14.3 hp
40 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.8 Nm
55 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
121 kg
202 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
14.3 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
40 hp @ 6,000 rpm (2022+ fuel-injected model; carbureted models ~35 hp)
Torque
11.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
55 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
Top Speed
105 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight)
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world comfortable cruising is closer to 130–145 km/h)
Weight
121 kg (wet/curb weight)
202 kg (wet/curb weight — 2022+ model; earlier carbureted models approx. 193–198 kg)
Fuel
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 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
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
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
