Kawasaki Klx 230 vs Yamaha Xt 660
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Klx 230 vs Yamaha Xt 660. Kawasaki Klx 230: 18.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 120 km/h (estimated; note: varies by road/load conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Klx 230
Yamaha Xt 660
Horsepower (hp)
18.5 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
19.1 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
120 km/h
165 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
134 kg
179 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
18.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
19.1 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
120 km/h (estimated; note: varies by road/load conditions)
165 km/h
Weight
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km or approximately 35 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Klx 230
7.5/10
"Honest, durable dual-sport that rewards realistic expectations over ambition."
Pros
+Bulletproof air-cooled reliability
+Low maintenance ownership costs
+Nimble in urban traffic
Cons
−Suspension too soft overall
−Cramped for taller riders
−Limited high-speed capability
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
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