It uses newer. It is about 2hp more then klx250 what a disappointment ! All KLX300s are manufactured in Kawasakis Thailand facility. A tick over 6' and I beat the shit out of my wrr. if i had a v8 hotrod and some 4 banger almost keeps up with me id be pissed!, i expected more from the ktm 690s and yz450f is all im saying!. There is nothing at all new about this bike. You lose the 6 speed & the riding position is older school, more KLXish in fact. Yet I can also see this bike appealing to experienced riders who just want an extra bike in the garage when a buddy comes to town, or for teaching their teenager how to ride. With mods, you may be able to hit 100 mph or higher. The KLXs fuel injection is a major improvement over the previous carbureted KLX. The motor is the 292cc, EFI unit taken straight from the KLX300R. Workaday commuters to urban playbikes to high-country trailbikes. That usually means it can take some abuse though. Stability was good too. Of the three engines, the Hondas and Kawasakis are most comparable. Even so, its capable of scooting through all but the gnarliest of dirt bike trails. Hi Andrew. does the wr engine make more hp than a yz? Has anyone rode both ? The most noticeable is the exhaust. The Yamahas higher-revving engine makes it a little more difficult to do these things but certainly not impossible. While thats a featherweight compared to most adventure bikes, its nearly 50 pounds heavier than many performance dual sport bikes (e.g. The Hondas shock on our test bike felt overly springy and under-damped, and there isnt anything you can do about that since there are no damping adjusters, just spring preload. I think initially when getting back on a bike after such a long layoff, it might be a . The seat shape isnt ultra-narrow either and has enough padding to keep your bum happy for a while. The 2020 Kawasaki KX 250 has an MSRP of $7,799, while the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 300R has an MSRP of $5,499. Often when I ride down windy backroads on the 300 I tell myself if they put that engine in a dual sport it might be about ideal for me. Enter the KLX300, Kawasakis replacement of its 250cc dual sport first introduced in 2006, which returned to the lineup in 2018 after a three-year hiatus with the addition of fuel injection, refinements to its suspension and a new digital dash. Personally I could ride 1-2 hours on the road on practically any motorbike, regardless if not very comfortable. Start it again, work for a bit, quit again. This is a liquid-cooled 4 stroke motor. As for travel-related amenities, you get an old school tool bag mounted on the rear fender, 2.0-gallon fuel tank and a helmet lock. It just depends which bike fits your needs and skill level best, really. The vibes start kicking in under acceleration and get a little stronger at about 74mph, but cruising at around 70mph is fairly comfortable. There are a couple of things besides the motor that are different. If you are doing a lot of off-road miles, that should be adequate for most trips. Even though the WR250R has not changed over the years, its price tag has crept up to its current $6699 MSRP. Tuned for riding trails the KLX300R will have good power but will not rip your arms off. As we got into more-rugged terrain, I was expecting a thunk on sharp edged rocks or deep ruts but it never lost its composure. I hate mine. . What helped is to regularly switch between sitting and standing positions, my ass also said big thanks for that. Unfortunately, ground clearance is down to 9.8 inches from 11.2. I have a klx300. I want the new motor version even more. crf250f vs crf250l. In comparison, the KLX250Sthe Yamaha's number-one competitor at the timesold for about a $1000 less. on a KLR tell me how he was all over me on a street ride. The Honda lags a bit in the suspension department, but that is only a concern for the more experienced rider who will complain that the CRFs fork and shock are way too soft and bottom easily; it has the least amount of front-wheel travel of the three bikes and just slightly more rear-wheel travel than the Kawasaki. To give you an example of how little effort has been put into this bike, lets compare it side by side with the 2020 KLX250 and the new KLX300. Average was 83mpg (29.5kpl). Heck, Yamahas YZ-F MX bikes didnt even have fuel injection at the time. ( although most of our routes are 65 or less) Has a very user friendly seat height of 881mm. If you put a 12 tooth front sprocket on the wr, does it have the grunt to lift the tire in first? If it was a 350 wed be talking. I sat flat-footed on the ground but did notice a few of my fellow journalists in the 53 range shimmying from one toe to the other at a stop light. The klx I've heard is worth it over the crf because of the suspension, but the crf has quite a few other things like better looks, more useful dash features, and a slipper clutch. Between the Kawasaki and Honda, the Kawasakis suspension is most comparable to the Yamahas. Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. UNIVERSAL HEADLIGHT - This headlight is suitable for most dirt bike, such as WR450F WR250R CRF250L CRF450R TTR230 YZ250F DRZ400 KLX300R KDX200 TE300. Make this thing street legal and I'd be highly interested. Don't buy a WR250R. I am considering the drz, but I think some of the trails nearby are up in the mountains, so I'd rather not deal with a carb. Look, Im happy theyve bumped up the capacity, it really needed it and I think 300cc bikes are tops, but man, this just screams lazy from Kawasaki. I wouldnt want to do 1-2 hours of highway miles on a CRF450RL. Kawasaki what the hell are you doing? Discussion in 'Thumpers' started by Bama67, Jun 18, 2019. I think this bike will be a winner for Kawi. But, hey, every ounce counts, in our opinion. KLX 300R Ultimate Trail Bike For Off-Road Thrills 2022 KLX 300R SPECS GALLERY ACCESSORIES & MERCHANDISE OFFERS COMPARE LOCATE A DEALER MSRP $5,699 $400 SAVINGS Destination Charge $435 Freight and Materials Surcharge $300 Dealer sets the actual destination charge, your price may vary. I had a goon (a real, bonafide goon!) We try to be thorough. FYI - the WR450 is faster than the YZ450 . One pet peeve I have with this bike had to be the seat strap being placed right in the middle of the seat though, which makes it impossible to avoid sitting on it. Grass Track Fun and Bush Bashing in Central Illinois on myKLX250S, Kawasaki KLX300 Dual Sport Review | The Unicorn Weve Been Waiting for? A dual sport is not a racing bike and anyone who thinks it is will be disappointed. ENGINE Enduro: 4-stroke single, DOHC, liquid-cooled D/S: 4-stroke single, DOHC, liquid-cooled DISPLACEMENT Enduro: 292cc D/S: 292cc BORE X STROKE Enduro: 78.0 x 61.2mm D/S: 78.0 x 61.2mm COMPRESSION RATIO Enduro: 11.0:1 D/S: 11.1:1 FUEL SYSTEM Enduro: DFI with 34mm Keihin throttle body D/S: DFI with 34mm Keihin throttle body IGNITION Even so, it does take a little planning and a good check in the rear view before attempting a pass. Now that Im in EU, Im much more likely to buy a KTM or a Husqvarna. Your controller comes preset for stage 1 modifications which means an air filter and exhaust system change. Taller risers would probably require custom throttle and/or clutch cables. (LogOut/ That's an apples to oranges comparison. Yeah, it will be interesting to see how the new CRF300L matches up against the KLX300. Worst was 71mpg (25.2 kpl) and the best was 94mpg (33.3 kpl). Whatever the difference between these two is negligible. Especially with the Yamaha WR250R going the way of the Dodo and Honda announcing some pretty good . So yeah engine in klx300 will be (is) detuned to 26 hp ! By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. My last bike, a Honda XR250, had M8 bolts there. Wr250r is the best of the 250-300 dualsports, on the road can be very subjective and go either way, offroad it's just better PoopSmith87 1 yr. ago I mean, the WR is the better bike. So much so that I've put a deposit down. Most 250cc bike launches tend to avoid the freeway completely, but the first two minutes of our test got us straight onto Highway 50 heading up into the Sierras. The build quality of the Yamaha WR250R is unmatched by the competitors in its class. Though it does have the power of a moped with a 6 speed. The Honda CRF250L came on the scene in 2013. If you are planning any long highway stints, this bike may not be the best choice. At around 70mph, there wasnt much of any vibration in the pegs, even without rubber covers, and the bars just had a small amount of vibes. Its 2.1-gallon fuel tank, 256mm (front) and 220mm (rear) disc brakes, non-adjustable suspension and its digital meter. Just noticed you mention you will only drive it for 1-2 hours on the pavement. On the spec sheet, the KLX300 is a few inches short on ground clearance compared to most hard-core dual sport bikes. Hanya Suzuki yang absen di laga dan tidak mengirimkan wakilnya. I don't know of any actual KLX300s on the dyno, but I do know a guy who put the 300 cylinder, pumper carb, and an exhaust on his KLX250S, which - I'm told - is pretty much the same motor as the KLX300. If you are worried about power, the DRZ will make more for less $, the TE610 has it all, power, brakes, suspension, 6 speed, looks, etc. As far as the braking performance, the feel from the twin-piston front caliper was good with not a lot of abrupt bite. KLX300S has Adjustable Suspension Unlike the Honda, the Kawa KLX300S has adjustable suspension in the front and the rear. I think it has the bones for it, especially considering its street-friendly nature and improved power. Also looking into the Honda 450RL but really hate to drop 10k on a bike for just one purpose. The KLX300 features a 292cc water-cooled engine with optimized ignition timing, updated suspension damping and more. The aftermarket gastank selection is poor. In the dirt and on the street, the fuel-injected liquid-cooled DOHC four . No doubt youll be happy with the klx, especially the 300. Thanks in advance for the responses guys. Hoping Yamaha comes out with a WR300. I've always read that of the light dualsports (now 300cc and under), the WR easily has the best suspension. The Kawasaki is the only bike that drives its odometer with the front wheel; the Yamaha and Honda do so via their transmissions. Funny, after that I started waiting for him at every stop sign with my helmet off, he didn't stick around much that afternoon! It wasnt until 2013 that Honda responded with its first fuel-injected 250cc dual sport, the CRF250L, and now that Kawasaki has joined the FI ranks with its 2018 KLX250 (the S designation disappeared along with the carburetor), its time to revisit these machines once again. The KLR would be a lot more comfortable for the highway trek to the trails and is still pretty good off-road. The Camo version goes for an additional $200. The KLX300 chassis uses a steel-perimeter frame and an aluminum swingarm. Copyright 2023 CycleNews. Of the three, however, the Yamaha takes it one step farther for also being a fully capable off-road motorcycle for the more experienced rider. Glad you found it a helpful review. And it came with an amazingly low MSRP of $4499. Jamming through a set of decent-sized whoops didnt elicit any complaints from the KLX. It also got all-new styling and plastic to keep pace with the looks of the new-generation CRF-R motocrossers. In comparison, the KLX250Sthe Yamahas number-one competitor at the timesold for about a $1000 less. The rake has been increased 0.2 degrees and the trail has been increased by 0.1 degree inches. with the basic mods its about 30. i never said a wr was faster than the bigger bikes, i just said it does better against them than expected i would think a yz450f would leave me with ease, it pulls away, but nothing too impressive. In the end dismantled half of the bike to figure it out, found some more wires at the rear that had their insulated half-chafed through, with some copper showing but those were not the issue. In addition, the new KLX300 receives slimmer-profile radiators, optimized ignition timing and engine balancer, updated gear ratios and some additional suspension tweaks on the damping. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. #25 Bama67 , Jun 19, 2019 #26 Bama67 Comfort is for cars Joined: Dec 31, 2009 Oddometer: 836 Location: Sandpoint Idaho All rights reserved. I'm 99% sure it's the same guy that got booted off of advrider for his attitude. NC Traveler, It would be WAY tamer than a CR250R with about half the horsepower in stock form. Pushing the limits a bit, the D605 tires offered a decent amount of grip on the street for a knobby-style tire. Sudah pasti ketiganya punya kelebihan dan kekurangan masing-masing. There is also a pipe guard, rear brake caliper protector, and heat shield but no hand guards. they just walk away. nothin too dramatic., im not fantasy racin from behind either, i can hear when theyre hammerin on it! May come down to availability and cost Hard to find bikes lately and when you do they want a small fortune for them! I searched and didn't find the information, so here is my question. Although, getting into more-advanced hill climbs, second gear could benefit from lower overall gearing. Incredible vistas, unique Im supposed to be writing an adventure story and bike review, but all I can Take a peek in your typical adventure rider garage and youre likely to see a Harley-Davidson Kicks Off Nationwide Demo Tour for Pan America, REVIT! Talk about disappointing. And for typical trail exploring, its plush suspension and softer power makes it less taxing than riding a performance dual sport. Any thought on the 310? Hes asking $7,000 for standard and $7,300 for the Camo.i need to shop elsewhere as this is at the top of my list.Ive ridden bikes for 40 years and now just want something easy to handle and maintain. But I guess every modern bike these days uses plated cylinders. The KLX250s last major overhaul came in 2009. Price $5,699 Kawasaki KLX230R Kawasaki KLX230R Many want something more approachable, easier to ride, at an affordable price, that doesnt require a lot of maintenance. By I have already kinda ruled out the crf300l. Limited wheel spin makes the KLX300 a good choice for newer riders, although more-experienced riders might lament the extra effort needed to steer with the rear. But not every rider is looking for a hard-edged enduro. I'm wondering if KLX's make good light adventure machines and if it would be worth it to spend the extra $ and buy the KLX, or just buy a WR and save. This should offer some good insights to potential owners. They are all sprung for more or less standard rider. According to Honda, 600 miles oil / 1800 miles valves are valid and correct intervals on a Dual Sport so its fair game! Prepping it for some longer journeys wouldnt take much either. Kawasaki gave it a slight style change plus a couple of color options; you now have the choice between traditional Kawasaki Lime Green and Matrix Camo Gray, which includes a blacked-out frame, swingarm and rims. Although the suspension can get overwhelmed as speeds increase and it starts to fight with you a bit as the suspension tries to catch up with what you are doing. Throw on some soft luggage and it could be a nice little BDR machine. Good race! They do say a change is as good as a holiday! It has a 6 cc advantage over the CRF300L, its 292cc's verses 286cc's. The Honda engine has been taken straight out of their CBR300, and it should take you around the world without any dramas. Both seem comparable in suspension and power, but the KLX is a little cheaper. As an off road noob and entering into my 50s, I wont be maxing the capabilities of anything anytime soon, so my choice is driven by the looks of the Kawi. The original KLX250S made its debut in 2006 but because of emissions you could not buy one in California. Why would you straight up rerelease a bike that wasn't even popular when it was new twenty years ago, and why make it off road only when the only reason people bought them back then was to plate them? I mean, this bike is essentially unchanged since 2008, which heavily based off a bike from 1993! Enough to get you up to speed and to merge into traffic safely. Maybe you should pack less crap? Change). Especially with the Yamaha WR250R going the way of the Dodo and Honda announcing some pretty good updates for their 300L. You also notice a lack of power when trying to get the motor spun up for big jumps, and the suspension feels too soft for aggressive riding. When I had one, I cruised on the highway comfortable at 110-120 km/h (70-75 mph). It weighs 145kg wet. For your average off-road terrain, second gear pulls fine up most hills. And boy is it underwhelming. Other than that it is bone stock. 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Instagram - www.instagram.com/ridewithwill Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RWWRENTAL When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. The KLX300 motor is a re-sleeved KLX250S motor that has been around since Adam was a boy, and that engine has legendary reliability. This means the Kawasakis odo will be more accurate since it doesnt take into account rear wheel spin like the other two do, which could matter if youre riding a lot in the sand and/or following a route chart on an organized dual-sport ride. It also had some cool things like a twin-spar steel frame that was painted silver to mimic the CRF-R frames. Though I like Kawa a lot more, I prefer the CRF. I agree on KLX > CRF the suspension matters more than the dash imo. I like my 250 but it needs more poke. The 43 mm inverted cartridge-style front fork has compression damping adjustability, while the Uni-Trak rear suspension has a gas-charged shock with preload and rebound damping adjustments. Well done Kawasaki ! As a dual sport it needs to be balanced in all those areas. klx300r vs kx250 klx300r vs kx250. It's not a good roadracer. https://www.advpulse.com/adv-news/new-kawasaki-klr-650/ Braking performance on the trail was pretty good too. The WR250R, on the other hand, is a bit heavier and has a longer wheelbase. Up front, it sports a 43mm cartridge-style USD fork with 16-way adjustable compression damping. if my wr is a dog, then whats that say about a bike like the 690 that doesnt run away from my "dog"? If you look at other dual sports from Honda and Suzuki, youll notice their seat straps hang out more towards the back. However, I never experienced any hard bottoming of the suspension, even launching it off jumps with flat bottom landings. Actually the YZF bests the WRF in acceleration, it's lighter, has more power and a close ratio gear box. June 7, 2009 in XT/TT/TW. I am 63 as well and the KLX was more or less ok, but not perfect. I didn't realize we had so many A-riders here on ADV. at that point i was at the top of first and bounced off the rev limiter. a couple times even! An Octane Media, LLC Publication. I'm going to go out on a limb and say you haven't. Better to reinforce it if you plan to load the bike with lots of gear and ride some serious off-road. Stay away from any big doubles though. Its mellower power output makes it less intense to ride than a serious motocross bike, allowing you to focus on your turns and maintaining momentum. My KLX250 could go up to ~135 km/h (83 mph) on level terrain with 13/45 sprockets and a (slim) girl on the back. Make / Model Specific. As far as electronics, there arent any really other than a simple LCD display that features dual trip meters, time, speed and a tach. As a result, wheel base has been extended by 0.4 of an inch. Anyone know how it does as a D. I think you could be very pleased with the WRR just because it comes 100% street legal. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. So I've decided to make the jump from street bikes to dual sports. Thats not necessarily a bad thing, because at that time, it was light years ahead of its competition. The WR checks all of the boxes I'm looking for except the engine. I value reliability too, got to rememeber I own a KLX250S! 6 speed. The rear shock offers preload adjustment along with 20-way compression and 30-way rebound damping adjustments (up from last years 16 compression and 16 rebound damping settings). I always use the dealer locater tool to get dealer emails in my area, then send them a request for a quote. The motor is the 292cc, EFI unit taken straight from the KLX300R.