Adventure Motorcycles
2021Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS
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The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS is a lightweight adventure bike for newer riders and budget touring. Its liquid-cooled 296cc parallel twin makes 38.9 hp and 26 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS is standard, with an 815 mm seat and a large 17-litre tank. At 175 kg wet it is easy to handle on gravel and in traffic.
- Capacity
- 296.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 175.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
What’s new for the 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS
vs the 2020| Spec | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 11500 RPM | 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a small-displacement adventure-styled commuter that handles daily street duty with occasional gravel road and light trail excursions.
- Built for
- A friendly, approachable all-rounder that prioritizes manageability and versatility over outright performance, with a torquey small-bore twin feel.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring capability, serious off-road technical terrain, or track-day thrills.
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.
- MKAXC.296AAC-012
- 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 (wet)
- 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
- Wet weight
- 175.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 180 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular, diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak® swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 147 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 100/90-M19
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-M17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Moondust Gray/Metallic flat Spark Black
- 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 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc | 296 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | — | 159 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS?
The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS has a Capacity of 296.0 ccm (18.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS have?
The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS has a Power of 38.9 HP (28.6 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS have?
The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS?
The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS 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 ABS weigh?
The 2021 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS has a Wet weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).
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