Kawasaki KLX 230 vs Royal Enfield Classic 350

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki KLX 230 or Royal Enfield Classic 350? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between KLX 230 and Classic 350. Kawasaki KLX 230 Price starts at Rs.1.84 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Royal Enfield Classic 350 Price starts at Rs.1.81 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Redditch Series Single Channel. Kawasaki KLX 230 is 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Royal Enfield Classic 350 is a 1 cylinder, 350 cc Engine can generate 20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm power. In terms of range, KLX 230 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Classic 350 has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki KLX 230 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Royal Enfield Classic 350 is available in 1 colours & 8 variants.

KLX 230 vs Classic 350

Key Highlights	Kawasaki KLX 230	Royal Enfield Classic 350
Price	Rs.1.84 Lakh	Rs.1.81 Lakh
Engine Capacity	233 cc	350 cc
Power	17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm	20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
Mileage/Range	N/A km/charge	35 kmpl

Kawasaki KLX 230

STD

Rs. 1.84 Lakh

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Royal Enfield Classic 350

Redditch Series Single Channel

Rs. 1.81 Lakh

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JAWA 42 FJ

Aurora Green Matte Spoke R

Rs. 2.13 Lakh

Specifications Overview

KLX 230 specifications	Classic 350 specifications	42 FJ specifications
Variant Name	STD	Redditch Series Single Channel	Aurora Green Matte Spoke R
On Road Price	2.07 Lakh Price Breakup	2.03 Lakh Price Breakup	2.39 Lakh Price Breakup
User Rating	-	4.2 1122 Reviews	4.3 9 Reviews
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.6 Litres	13 Litres	12 Litres
Engine Displacement	233 cc	350 cc	334 cc

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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

KLX 230 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	Classic 350 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	42 FJ Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Braking System	Dual Channel Abs	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston	Floating
Front Disc Size	240	300	320 mm
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	No	No	No
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	32	23
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	32	23
Front Wheel Size	70/100-21	19	18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Yes	Yes	5 - Step Adjustable Pre-load
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	36	30
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	32	28
Rear Wheel Size	110/100-18	18	17
Wheel Type	Spoked	Spoke	Spoke
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork	Telescopic, 41 mm forks, 130 mm travel	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak	Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload	Twin Shock Absorber With 5-step Adjustable Pre-load
Front Tyre Size	70/100-21	100/90 - 19	100/90 - 18

Instrumentation

KLX 230 Instrumentation	Classic 350 Instrumentation	42 FJ Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch	No	No	No
Touch Screen Display	No	No	No
Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital	Analogue
Gear Indicator	-	Yes	-
Tachometer	Digital	No	-
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital

Exterior

KLX 230 Exterior	Classic 350 Exterior	42 FJ Exterior
Daytime Running Lights	Yes	Yes	No
LED headlight	Yes	Yes	Yes

Warranty

KLX 230 Warranty	Classic 350 Warranty	42 FJ Warranty
Basic Warranty	-	3 Years/30000 Kms	2 Years or 24000 km

Body & Suspension

KLX 230 Body & Suspension	Classic 350 Body & Suspension	42 FJ Body & Suspension
Colors	KLX 230 Colours	Classic 350 Colours	42 FJ Colours
Images	-	Classic 350 Images	42 FJ Images
Frame Type	Perimeter high-tensile steel	Twin Downtube Spine Frame	Double Cradle

Engine & Transmission

KLX 230 Engine & Transmission	Classic 350 Engine & Transmission	42 FJ Engine & Transmission
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 4 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Ignition	Digital	-	-
Spark Plugs	Yes	1 Per Cylinder	1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity	233 cc	350 cc	334 cc
Engine Type	Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder	-	Single Cylinder 4 stroke liquid Cooled& DOHC
No. of Cylinders	1	1	1
No. of valves per cylinder	2	2	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Manual
Range	-	455 km/charge	-
Top Speed	-	115 kmph	-
Bore x Stroke	67 mm x 66 mm	72 mm x 85.8 mm	85 mm X 65 mm
Configuration	Single Cylinder	Single Cylinder	Single Cylinder
Cooling type	Air Cooled	Air/Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Fuel injection	Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Max Power	17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm	20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm	28.7 bhp

Comfort & Convenience

KLX 230 Comfort & Convenience	Classic 350 Comfort & Convenience	42 FJ Comfort & Convenience
Average Speed Indicator	-	No	No
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	No	No
Front Storage Box	-	No	No
Geo Fencing	No	No	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	No	Yes	No
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Riding Modes	-	No	No
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Under Seat Storage	-	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No	No
Console Type	Digital	Semi-Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator	-	No	No
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes	Yes

Safety

KLX 230 Safety	Classic 350 Safety	42 FJ Safety
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	No	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Switch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Radial Tyres	-	-	No
Side Stand Alarm	No	No	No
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	No	Yes
Turn Signal	LED	LED	LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Modes	-	-	No
Slipper Clutch	-	Wet Multiplate	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System	No	No	No

Dimensions & Capacity

KLX 230 Dimensions & Capacity	Classic 350 Dimensions & Capacity	42 FJ Dimensions & Capacity
Length	2090 mm	2145 mm	-
Width	845 mm	785 mm	833 mm
Height	1150 mm	1090 mm	790 mm
Wheelbase	1370 mm	1390 mm	1440 mm
Ground Clearance	265 mm	170 mm	178 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.6 Litres	13 Litres	12 Litres
Body Type	Dirt	Cruiser	Cruiser
Seat Height	880 mm	805 mm	790 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	139 kg	195 kg	184 kg

Entertainment & Communication

KLX 230 Entertainment & Communication	Classic 350 Entertainment & Communication	42 FJ Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	-	Yes	-

Pros & Cons

KLX 230 Pros & Cons	Classic 350 Pros & Cons	42 FJ Pros & Cons
Pros		New J-series platform offers great mix of handling & ride Straight-line stability & balance is good for highway riding Design looks beautiful & timeless classic Exhaust note resembles the old thump of the Bullet Fit & finish is one of the best at this price range Seating comfort is very good for long rides	A bigger 334cc Alpha 2 engine compared to the standard Jawa 42 The Alpha 2 engine is more refined as compared to the 300cc engine The design of the motorcycle looks appealing Gets better dimensions compared to the regular Jawa 42 Dual-channel ABS, Assist & Slipper clutch available as standard fitment Multiple colour options available
Cons		It lacks modern features like digital speedometer No LED lights The top models are pricey Ride quality feels stiff at lower speeds	Some colour options are a bit overpriced The base colour option gets spokes wheel The seat length is short, and riding with a pillion for long rides could be uncomfortable The availability of sales and service networks is still limited as compared to rivals

Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki KLX 230 and Royal Enfield Classic 350

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 . Classic 350 has Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

Kawasaki KLX 230 has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Royal Enfield Classic 350, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Kawasaki KLX 230 comes with 6 Manual transmission and Classic 350 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki KLX 230 has a 7.6 Litres fuel tank with 1150 mm seat height. Royal Enfield Classic 350 has 1090 mm seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230 is Rs. 2.07 Lakh in New Delhi.

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The on-road price of Royal Enfield Classic 350 is Rs. 2.03 Lakh in New Delhi.

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