Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki KLX 230
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R3 or Kawasaki KLX 230? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R3 and KLX 230. Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs.3.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki KLX 230 Price starts at Rs.3.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R3 is 2 cylinder, 321 cc Engine can generate 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm power whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is a 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of range, R3 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and KLX 230 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Yamaha R3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.
R3 vs KLX 230
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R3 | Kawasaki KLX 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.3.60 Lakh | Rs.3.30 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 233 cc |
| Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| R3 specifications | KLX 230 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 4.06 Lakh Price Breakup | 3.72 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.4 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 7.6 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 321 cc | 233 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | KLX 230 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel Abs |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 298 | 240 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 70/100-21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 110/100-18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoked |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) | Telescopic fork |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm | Uni-Trak |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 R17M/C 54H | 70/100-21 |
Rear Tyre Size | 140/70 R17M/C 66H | 110/100-18 |
Front Type | Hydraulic single disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 250 mm |
Rear Type | Hydraulic single disc | Disc |
Instrumentation
| R3 Instrumentation | KLX 230 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R3 Exterior | KLX 230 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| R3 Warranty | KLX 230 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | - |
Body & Suspension
| R3 Body & Suspension | KLX 230 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Diamond | Perimeter high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
| R3 Engine & Transmission | KLX 230 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | Electric | Digital |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | Yes |
Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 233 cc |
Engine Type | 4-stroke& 2-cylinder& Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 4-valves | Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.084 kwh | - |
Bore x Stroke | 68 mm x 44.1 mm | 67 mm x 66 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Single Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel injection |
Max Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Max Torque | 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm | 18.3 Nm @ 6400 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R3 Comfort & Convenience | KLX 230 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Seat Style | - | Single |
Shutter Lock | - | No |
Safety
| R3 Safety | KLX 230 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | - |
Traction Control System | - | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R3 Dimensions & Capacity | KLX 230 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2090 mm | 2090 mm |
Width | 730 mm | 845 mm |
Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 265 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 7.6 Litres |
Body Type | - | Dirt |
Seat Height | 780 mm | 880 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 169 kg | 139 kg |
Pros & Cons
| R3 Pros & Cons | KLX 230 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki KLX 230
Safety
R3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . KLX 230 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Kawasaki KLX 230, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Yamaha R3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and KLX 230 comes with 6 Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R3 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. Kawasaki KLX 230 has 1150 mm seat height and 7.6 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki KLX 230 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Yamaha R3?
The on-road price of Yamaha R3 is Rs. 4.06 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230 is Rs. 3.72 Lakh in New Delhi.