Suzuki Dr-z 400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Dr-z 400
Kawasaki Klx 300
Horsepower (hp)
39 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
38 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
134 kg
Type
Enduro
Dual-sport
Horsepower
39 hp @ 8,500 rpm (est.)
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
38 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (est.)
23 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
145 km/h (est. — note: varies by variant and gearing)
135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
138 kg (DR-Z400S curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5–4.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Dr-z 400
8.2/10
"The DRZ400 is the sensible Swiss Army knife of used dual-sports."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine reliability
+Massive aftermarket parts support
+Versatile on/off-road
Cons
−Soft suspension stock
−Heavy for a dirtbike
−Modest top-end power
Kawasaki Klx 300
8.0/10
"A genuinely capable dual-sport that rarely disappoints experienced or newer riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof fuel-injected engine
+Confidence-inspiring suspension tuning
+Low maintenance requirements overall
Cons
−Stubbornly holds resale value
−Limited wind protection touring
−Fork seals wear predictably