Adventure Motorcycles
2018Kawasaki Versys-X 300
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The 2018 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is a small adventure bike for new riders and light trails. Its liquid-cooled 296cc parallel twin makes 38.9 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 815 mm seat, 175 kg dry weight and 17-litre tank give it a long range.
- 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)
What’s new for the 2018 Kawasaki Versys-X 300
vs the 2017| Spec | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 296.0 ccm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 82 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- JKAXC.296AAC-015
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 3.49 L/100km (67.4 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.1 CO g/km
- 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
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
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
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 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc |
| Dry weight | 175 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg | 173 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 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.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300?
The 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 weigh?
The 2018 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).
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