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Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Versys X 300 or Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Versys X 300 and Himalayan 450. Kawasaki Versys X 300 Price starts at Rs.3.80 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Price starts at Rs.2.85 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Versys X 300 is 2 cylinder, 296 cc Engine can generate 39.45 hp @ 11500 rpm power whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is a 1 cylinder, 452 cc Engine can generate 39.47 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of range, Versys X 300 provides a range of 22 Kmplkm/charge (base model), and Himalayan 450 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Versys X 300 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is available in 1 colours & 4 variants.

Versys X 300 vs Himalayan 450

Key HighlightsKawasaki Versys X 300Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
PriceRs.3.80 LakhRs.2.85 Lakh
Engine Capacity296 cc452 cc
Power39.45 hp @ 11500 rpm39.47 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge30 kmpl
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Kawasaki Versys X 300 STD bike
STD
Rs. 3.80 Lakh
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STD
Rs. 2.85 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
4.28 Lakh
Price Breakup
3.20 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.8
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
17 Litres
Engine Displacement
296 cc
452 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Single Channel
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
-
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
290 mm
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
32
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
32
Front Wheel Size
19 inch
21
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
32
Rear Wheel Size
17 inch
17
Wheel Type
Spoke
Spoke
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
UpsidDowFork43mm
Rear Suspension
Bottom-link Uni-Trak gas-charged Mono shock
Linkage Type MoNoshock
Front Tyre Size
100/90 - 19
90/90 - 21

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
-
3 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond Frame
Steel& Twin Spar Tubular Frame

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
-
CDI
Spark Plugs
-
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
296 cc
452 cc
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin-Cylinder
Liquid Cooled&Single Cylinder& DOHC& 4 Valves
No. of Cylinders
2
1
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
0.096 kwh
Battery Type
-
12 V&8 AH
Top Speed
-
135 kmph
Bore x Stroke
62 mm x 49 mm
84 mm x 81.5 mm
Configuration
-
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
-
Fuel Injection

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
check
Call/SMS Alerts
-
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
-
check
Service Reminder Indicator
-
check
Under Seat Storage
check
GPS & Navigation
-
check
Console Type
-
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
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
check
Power Modes
-
check
Slipper Clutch
check
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2169 mm
2245 mm
Width
861 mm
852 mm
Height
1389 mm
1316 mm
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1510 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
17 Litres
Body Type
Adventure
Adventure Tourer
Seat Height
815 mm
825 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
175 kg
196 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The parallel-twin engine has been retained and produces more power.
  • Design inspired by the larger Versys bikes.
  • A large 17-litre fuel tank
  • A large and comfortable seat.
  • Patented heat management system.
  • It now boasts stronger built with better hardware.
  • The Himalayan now comes with new features, a digital instrument cluster, LED lighting, riding by wire, 4 ride modes, and others.
  • The new Sherpa 450 engine offers more power and torque .
  • It is always ready to be pushed more .
  • The engine is so refined and offers a good performance .
  • New switchgear is easy to operate and offers better ergonomics.
Cons
  • No connected features or TFT screen.
  • No rider aids on offer.
  • Lack of adjustable suspension.
  • Halogen headlights look and feel basic.
  • The seat is adjustable but short riders might find it a bit uncomfortable.
  • The spokes wheel with tube tires is prone to getting punctured .
  • It is not a practical daily commuter for city runs.
  • The braking could’ve been better.
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Versys X 300 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Safety

Versys X 300 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. Himalayan 450 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Power Modes, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

Kawasaki Versys X 300 has features like Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Riding Modes, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

Transmission

Kawasaki Versys X 300 comes with 6 Manual transmission and Himalayan 450 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki Versys X 300 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1389 mm seat height. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has 1316 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Kawasaki Versys X 300 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Owner Reviews

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