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Kawasaki KLX 230 vs KTM RC 390

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki KLX 230 or KTM RC 390? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between KLX 230 and RC 390. Kawasaki KLX 230 Price starts at Rs.3.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition. Kawasaki KLX 230 is 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas KTM RC 390 is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of range, KLX 230 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and RC 390 has a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki KLX 230 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas KTM RC 390 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.

KLX 230 vs RC 390

Key HighlightsKawasaki KLX 230KTM RC 390
PriceRs.3.30 LakhRs.3.21 Lakh
Engine Capacity233 cc373.27 cc
Power17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge25 kmpl
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Kawasaki KLX 230 STD bike
STD
Rs. 3.30 Lakh
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KTM RC 390 GP Edition bike
GP Edition
Rs. 3.21 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
3.72 Lakh
Price Breakup
3.62 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
-
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.6 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Displacement
233 cc
373.27 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel Abs
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Fixed
Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
240
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
29
Front Wheel Size
70/100-21
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
30
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
29
Rear Wheel Size
110/100-18
17
Wheel Type
Spoked
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
WAPEUSforks4mdiameter
Rear Suspension
Uni-Trak
WP APEX MoNoshock& 10 step adjustable
Front Tyre Size
70/100-21
110/70 - 17

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
Digital
check
Gear Indicator
-
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
-
2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
-
Frame Type
Perimeter high-tensile steel
Steel trellis frame& powder coated

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
Digital
-
Spark Plugs
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1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
233 cc
373.27 cc
Engine Type
Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder
Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
0.096 kwh
Top Speed
-
170 kmph
Bore x Stroke
67 mm x 66 mm
89 mm x 60 mm
Charging Socket
-
check
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel injection
Fuel Injection

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
-
Service Reminder Indicator
check
check
Under Seat Storage
-
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
Radial Tyres
-
check
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
check
Power Modes
-
Slipper Clutch
-
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2090 mm
2145 mm
Width
845 mm
760 mm
Height
1150 mm
830 mm
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1355 mm
Ground Clearance
265 mm
153 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.6 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
1.7 Litres
Body Type
Dirt
Sports Bike
Seat Height
880 mm
835 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
139 kg
172 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
-
check

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Added features - adjustable riding posture
  • Adjustable suspensions & handling settings
  • Availability of spare parts across the country
  • Impeccable handling around the corners
  • Looks better, new colour options
  • Most powerful & lightweight in its segment
  • Reliable and performance friendly engine to continue
  • Tech loaded & a great beginners track motorcycle
Cons
  • Dedicated posture not suited for long rides
  • Dizzy low-end torque
  • Heats up pretty quick as compared to the rivals
  • Long term reliability is still a big question mark
  • Too hardcore as compared to the RR310
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki KLX 230 and KTM RC 390

Safety

KLX 230 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . RC 390 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

Kawasaki KLX 230 has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and KTM RC 390, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

Transmission

Kawasaki KLX 230 comes with 6 Manual transmission and RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki KLX 230 has a 7.6 Litres fuel tank with 1150 mm seat height. KTM RC 390 has 830 mm seat height and 13.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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