Kawasaki Versys-x 300 vs Benelli Zenzero 350
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Versys-x 300 vs Benelli Zenzero 350. Kawasaki Versys-x 300: 39 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 172 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.2/10. Benelli Zenzero 350: 29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement) hp, 175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Versys-x 300
Benelli Zenzero 350
Horsepower (hp)
39 hp
29 hp
Torque (Nm)
25.9 Nm
28 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
175 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
39 hp @ 11,000 rpm
29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement)
Torque
25.9 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
28 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
155 km/h
130 km/h (estimated)
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L) — estimated, official figures not widely published
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Versys-x 300
7.2/10
"A genuinely capable small adventurer let down by budget suspension and motorway manners."
Pros
+Genuine adventure bike capability
+Bulletproof parallel twin engine
+Excellent low-speed manageability
Cons
−Struggles on long motorway stints
−Suspension embarrassingly basic
−Wind protection nearly nonexistent
Benelli Zenzero 350
6.5/10
"Charming urban scrambler if you find a clean, documented example."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Light and easy to maneuver
Cons
−Sparse dealer and parts network
−Electrical gremlins on older units
−Budget suspension needs careful inspection
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