Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which has more power?

Suzuki Dr-z400 produces 39 hp @ 7,200 rpm (note: estimated; Suzuki did not officially publish output figures for all markets); Kawasaki Klx 300 produces 21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model). Suzuki Dr-z400 wins by 18 hp.

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which is faster?

Top speed: Suzuki Dr-z400 145 km/h (estimated; note: varies by variant and gearing), Kawasaki Klx 300 135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions). Suzuki Dr-z400 is the faster of the two.

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Suzuki Dr-z400 8.5/10 and Kawasaki Klx 300 8.0/10. Suzuki Dr-z400 scores higher on the overall verdict. Suzuki Dr-z400 caveat: You need genuine highway touring performance daily. Kawasaki Klx 300 caveat: You need highway comfort or serious horsepower.

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Suzuki Dr-z400: 39 hp. Kawasaki Klx 300: 21 hp.

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Suzuki Dr-z400: 138 kg, 39 hp. Kawasaki Klx 300: 134 kg, 21 hp.

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300

Q: Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which is lighter?

Weight: Suzuki Dr-z400 138 kg (wet/curb weight for DR-Z400S; DR-Z400SM is approximately 136 kg), Kawasaki Klx 300 134 kg (wet/curb weight).

Q: Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Suzuki Dr-z400 3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average), Kawasaki Klx 300 3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Suzuki Dr-z400 vs Kawasaki Klx 300. Suzuki Dr-z400: 39 hp @ 7,200 rpm (note: estimated; Suzuki did not officially publish output figures for all markets) hp, 138 kg (wet/curb weight for DR-Z400S; DR-Z400SM is approximately 136 kg) weight, top speed 145 km/h (estimated; note: varies by variant and gearing), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Klx 300: 21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.