Kawasaki Klx 150bf vs Yamaha Wr 250 R
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
Yamaha Wr 250 R
Horsepower (hp)
14.3 hp
30 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.8 Nm
24 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
145 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)
30 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
11.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated based on KLX150 family specs)
24 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
105 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight)
145 km/h
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
Yamaha Wr 250 R
8.5/10
"The most sensible used dual-sport purchase you can make today."
Pros
+Bulletproof fuel-injected engine
+Excellent parts availability
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Holds value stubbornly
−Modest power output
−Suspension needs upgrading off-road
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
