Kawasaki KLX 300R vs Kawasaki Z650 RS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki KLX 300R or Kawasaki Z650 RS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between KLX 300R and Z650 RS. Kawasaki KLX 300R Price starts at Rs.5.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki Z650 RS Price starts at Rs.6.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for BS6. Kawasaki KLX 300R is 1 cylinder, 292 cc Engine can generate 28.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is a 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of range, KLX 300R provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Z650 RS has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki KLX 300R is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
KLX 300R vs Z650 RS
Key Highlights | Kawasaki KLX 300R | Kawasaki Z650 RS |
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Price | Rs.5.60 Lakh | Rs.6.99 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 292 cc | 649 cc |
Power | 28.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
KLX 300R specifications | Z650 RS specifications | |
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On Road Price | 6.34 Lakh Price Breakup | 7.91 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 12 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 292 cc | 649 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
KLX 300R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Z650 RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | DBS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 244 | 272 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 | 32 |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 18 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopifork28mm | TelescopiFork/125mm |
Rear Suspension | Uni Trak Swingarm/ 285 mm | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm |
Front Tyre Size | 80/100 - 21 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
KLX 300R Instrumentation | Z650 RS Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | No | Yes |
Gear Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | No | Analogue |
Speedometer | No | Analogue |
Odometer | No | Digital |
Exterior
KLX 300R Exterior | Z650 RS Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | No | Yes |
Warranty
KLX 300R Warranty | Z650 RS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
KLX 300R Body & Suspension | Z650 RS Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Tubular& Semi-Double Cradle | Tubular& Diamond |
Engine & Transmission
KLX 300R Engine & Transmission | Z650 RS Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 292 cc | 649 cc |
Engine Type | 4st& 1-cyl& DOHC& Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 1 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | - | 201 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 78 mm x 61.2 mm | 83 mm x 60 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 28.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Max Torque | 26.3 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm |
Number of Gears | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
Comfort & Convenience
KLX 300R Comfort & Convenience | Z650 RS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Safety
KLX 300R Safety | Z650 RS Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | Yes |
Radial Tyres | No | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | No | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes |
Turn Signal | No | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | Yes |
Power Modes | No | No |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
KLX 300R Dimensions & Capacity | Z650 RS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2120 mm | 2065 mm |
Width | 825 mm | 800 mm |
Height | 1245 mm | 1115 mm |
Wheelbase | 1435 mm | 1405 mm |
Ground Clearance | 300 mm | 125 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | 12 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 1.6 Litres |
Body Type | Off Road Bike | Cafe Racer |
Seat Height | 900 mm | 800 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 128 kg | 192 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
KLX 300R Entertainment & Communication | Z650 RS Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes |
Pros & Cons
KLX 300R Pros & Cons | Z650 RS Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki KLX 300R and Kawasaki Z650 RS
Transmission
Kawasaki KLX 300R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Z650 RS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki KLX 300R has a 7.9 Litres fuel tank with 1245 mm seat height. Kawasaki Z650 RS has 1115 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 300R?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 300R is Rs. 6.34 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS is Rs. 7.91 Lakh in New Delhi.