Detailed comparison of Kawasaki KLX 450R and Kawasaki Versys 650. The ex-showroom price of Kawasaki KLX 450R is ₹ 8,49,405 and Kawasaki Versys 650 is ₹ 6,93,961. Kawasaki KLX 450R is available in 1 colours and Kawasaki Versys 650 is available in 2 colours. Compare Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Kawasaki Versys 650 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between KLX 450R and Versys 650.
| Kawasaki KLX 450R 4.0 out of 5 | Kawasaki Versys 650 4.3 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Kawasaki Versys 650 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 449 cc | 649 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 20 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 126 kg | 219 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 150 Kmph | 199 Kmph | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 1 litres | 3.1 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8 litres | 21 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual | Wet Multi-Disc | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 449 cc | 649 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 62.1 mm | 60 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 96 mm | 83 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | N/A | 61 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | N/A | 65.7 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 20 kmpl | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 126 kg | 219 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2175 mm | 2165 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 820 mm | 840 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1480 mm | 1415 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 315 mm | 170 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 935 mm | 845 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Perimeter, aluminium | Diamond, high-tensile steel | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 80/100 - 21 | 120/70 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Uni-Trak with 22-way low-speed, 2 turns or more high-speed compression damping,22 way rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 315mm | Offset laydown single-shock with remote spring preload adjustability/145 mm | - | - |
| Front Suspension | 48 mm inverted AOS type telescopic fork with 22-way compression and 18-way rebound damping / 305mm | ø41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 psi | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 11 psi | 33 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 psi | 36 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 11 psi | 33 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 120/90 - 18 | 160/60 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Braking System | Standard | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 21 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 2 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper | Front- 2 Piston , Rear-Single Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 240 mm | 250 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 250 mm | 300 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 2 Year | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | 30000 Kilometers | 30000 Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | No | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | No | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | No | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | No | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | 12.8V 2.0 Ah (10HR) Li Battery | 12V 10 Ah (10 HR) | - | - |
| Headlight Type | N/A | LED Headlamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | No | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | TFT Instrument Cluster | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | No | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Not Present | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | No | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | No | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Lime Green
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Lime Green
Metallic Phantom Silver
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Q: Which bike is better, Kawasaki KLX 450R or Kawasaki Versys 650?
A: According to our expert rating, Kawasaki KLX 450R has a score of 4.0/5 whereas Kawasaki Versys 650 scored 4.3/5.
Q: Among Kawasaki KLX 450R and Kawasaki Versys 650, which bike is cheaper?
A: Kawasaki Versys 650 is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX 450R . Kawasaki Versys 650 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 6,93,961 while the ex-showroom price of Kawasaki KLX 450R is ₹ 8,49,405.
Q: Apart from Kawasaki KLX 450R and Kawasaki Versys 650, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Kawasaki KLX 450R and Kawasaki Versys 650 the other similar alternatives are Honda CB500F, Kawasaki Versys 650, Hyosung GT650R and Kawasaki Ninja 500.
