Yamaha Dt 175 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
Yamaha Dt 175
Kawasaki Klx 300
Horsepower (hp)
18 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
16 Nm
23 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
115 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
102 kg
134 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
18 hp @ 7,500 rpm
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
16 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
23 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish torque figures for this model)
Top Speed
115 km/h
135 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
102 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Dt 175
7.5/10
"A rewarding classic trail bike — buy smart, budget for work."
Pros
+Bulletproof simple mechanicals
+Lightweight and confidence-inspiring
+Excellent parts availability
Cons
−Power valve maintenance critical
−Neglected examples very common
−Thirsty on motorway miles
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
Picks that work on either bike.
