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2019Kawasaki Versys-X 300

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The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is a lightweight adventure bike built around the Ninja 300's twin. Its liquid-cooled 296cc parallel twin makes 38.9 hp and 26 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. An 815 mm seat, 175 kg dry weight and a 17-litre tank suit commuting and light trails.

Capacity
296.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
175.0 kg
Seat height
815 mm
Power
38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
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What’s new for the 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300

vs the 2018
Spec20182019
Torque — 26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Other years 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 30Agility 63Comfort 65Off-road 60Touring 66Road manners 55
Off-road & trail60%
Cornering55%
City riding70%
Daily riding72%
Touring65%
Two-up45%
Track15%
Best for
Designed as a lightweight adventure-tourer for mixed pavement and light gravel riding rather than outright speed or hardcore off-roading.
Built for
A friendly, versatile all-rounder that favors easy handling and everyday usability over aggressive performance.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring, serious off-road capability, or track-day performance.

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

Will it fit you?

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At 815mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward 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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Range and running costs

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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
296.0 ccm
Power
38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
CO2 Emissions
82 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.
KKAXC.296AAC-015
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
3.49 L/100km (67.4 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions
2.1 CO g/km
Torque
26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m) @ 10000 RPM
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2223 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
62.0 x 49.0 mm
Compression
10.6:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
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
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1450 mm
Overall length
2169 mm
Overall width
861 mm
Overall height
1389 mm
Seat height
815 mm
Dry weight
175.0 kg
Fuel capacity
17.00 litres
Ground clearance
180 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Backbone, high-tensile steel
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Single shock
Front wheel travel
130 mm
Rear wheel travel
147 mm
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Trail
108 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
290 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
100/90-M19
Rear tyre
130/80-M17
Other
Color options
Green, grey
Comments
Small windscreen.
Fuel Tank Material
Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: .

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20172019202120222024
Capacity 296 cc 296 cc 296 cc 296 cc 296 cc
Dry weight 175 kg 175 kg 175 kg 175 kg 173 kg
Seat height 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm
Fuel capacity 17 L 17 L 17 L 17 L 17 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300?

The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Capacity of 296.0 ccm (18.06 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 have?

The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Power of 38.9 HP (28.6 kW).

How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 have?

The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300?

The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Torque of 26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 weigh?

The 2019 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).

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