Kawasaki Z300 vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z300 vs Yamaha Fz25. Kawasaki Z300: 39 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 172 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~160 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Z300
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
39 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
27 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
39 hp @ 11,000 rpm
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
27 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~160 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider)
130 km/h
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km or approx. 26 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z300
7.0/10
"A smart, cheap urban tool that experienced riders will quickly outgrow."
Pros
+Near-indestructible parallel twin
+Dirt-cheap running costs
+Forgiving handling characteristics
Cons
−Runs out of breath fast
−Budget suspension limits confidence
−Learner abuse history likely
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
Top 10 Accessories
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