Suzuki Drz400s 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 Drz400s
Kawasaki Klx 300
Horsepower (hp)
33 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
34 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
134 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
33 hp @ 7,600 rpm
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
34 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
23 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: varies with rider weight, gearing, and conditions)
135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
138 kg (wet/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 Drz400s
8.5/10
"The most dependable used dual-sport your money can buy."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Cheap, plentiful parts
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Heavy for true offroad
−Stock jetting notoriously lean
−No fuel injection ever
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
Top 10 Accessories
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