2026Kawasaki KLX300

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The 2026 Kawasaki KLX300 is a lightweight dual-sport designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable off-road adventure. Its 292cc single-cylinder engine delivers accessible power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the nimble handling and comfortable ergonomics make it ideal for trail exploration and casual weekend riding. Known for reliability and low maintenance costs, it excels as an entry-level platform for developing dirt bike skills.

Capacity: 292.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 137.0 kg
Seat height: 895 mm
Power: 25.0 HP (18.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki KLX300

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Power	25.5 HP (19.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM	25.0 HP (18.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque	24.5 Nm (2.5 kgf-m or 18.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM	24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Fuel capacity	7.90 litres (2.09 US gallons)	7.50 litres (1.98 US gallons)

Other years 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail90%

Cornering60%

City riding40%

Daily riding40%

Touring25%

Two-up20%

Track20%

Best for: Built primarily for trail riding and off-road exploration, with light street legality bolted on for connecting trails or short commutes.
Built for: A nimble, playful dual-sport that rewards momentum, technical maneuvering, and a willingness to stand on the pegs over outright horsepower.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking highway comfort, long-distance touring capability, or strong passenger accommodation.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 895mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2026 Kawasaki KLX300, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 292.0 ccm
Power: 25.0 HP (18.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 72 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: TKAXC.292AAA-001
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 3.07 L/100km (76.6 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 3.0 CO g/km
Torque: 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1825 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression: 11.1:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: CDI
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc manual clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1440 mm
Overall length: 2200 mm
Overall width: 820 mm
Overall height: 1204 mm
Seat height: 895 mm
Wet weight: 137.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.50 litres
Ground clearance: 274 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Front suspension: 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable compression damping
Rear suspension: Uni-Trak® gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload
Front wheel travel: 254 mm
Rear wheel travel: 231 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.7°
Trail: 107 mm