Kawasaki Versys-x 300 vs Suzuki V-strom 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Versys-x 300
Suzuki V-strom 250
Horsepower (hp)
39 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
25.9 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
189 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
39 hp @ 11,000 rpm
~24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
25.9 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
~22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
~145 km/h (estimated)
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
~3.2 L/100km or ~31 km/L (typical real-world average)
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
Suzuki V-strom 250
7.0/10
"Dependable urban workhorse that overpromises adventure and underdelivers speed."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Breathless above 70mph
−Suspension degrades quickly
−Woeful stock windscreen