Kawasaki Klx 150bf vs Kawasaki Klx 300
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 Klx 300
Horsepower (hp)
14.3 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.8 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
121 kg
134 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
14.3 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
11.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
23 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
105 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight)
135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
121 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 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 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 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
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
