The steering head angle is a dirt-friendly 26.7 and it rides on a 21 front and 18 rear spoke wheels shod with Dunlop D605 dual sport knobbies. Why ? Start it again, work for a bit, quit again. However, the WR250R does merit a mention. Presumably this will be because of the new, stricter Euro 5 laws. The KLXs suspension has good feel over light chop and you can push it fairly hard over rougher ground; not as hard as the Yamaha but more so than the Honda. Easy to brake on a mild crash! I'm 5'-10" and the WR felt a bit too tall for me. Thats also true if you are planning on doing any ADV Rides carrying all your gear for a few nights in the wilderness. Would love to read your write up the CRF300 and the comparison. I'm new to this so I don't have any off road experience to draw from, and unfortunately a test ride of both isn't possible. ive ridden with a 1098, now that pulls away like im standing still! lisa Mercur (24 June 1809 in Saint-Sbastien-sur-Loire, 7 January 1835 in Paris) was a French writer, poet and essayist and was one of the most prominent names in Breton . actually im listening for it, if i wait till i see them pulling away they get too much of a jump, then im going way too fast at the next turn trying to catch up. im amazed at how much difference having an extra gear makes. Trail protection consists of engine deflector rails welded to the frame and a small skidplate that mounts underneath the engine. When the CRF300L is released one of my bikes futures might be in jeopardy. Of the three, however, the Yamaha takes it one step farther for also being a fully capable off-road motorcycle for the more experienced rider. Honda also started offering ABS as an option with the 17 model. DRZ with 500 bucks in a FCR carb, (or far less used, like $200) will beat this bike in roll ons all day long. Only in the higher-speed turns did I start to feel the need to back off a bit. HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL - This headlight is made of the best PP and PC materials, the lamp housing of PP material has the . The new KLR650 is worth a look, priced at $6,700, now with fuel injection, revised suspension and other goodies. Sitting on the bike for the first time, it feels similar to a full-sized motorcycle if not a tad small for my 6-foot 2-inch frame. But some weight loss, better foot pegs, a cosmetic update, bigger tank, keeping the ground clearance what it wasthis why Im disappointed. We try to be thorough. Nice write-up. Unfortunately, ground clearance is down to 9.8 inches from 11.2. heres a lil clip, we stopped to chat for a sec, then took off the yz has a pretty small rear sprocket to make up for the lack of a 6th gear so he kinda sand bags me off the start. It's a gearing thing, not a horsepower thing. The WRR isn't going to have nearly the same grunt as that KLX300. Two years ago, we compared the WR250R with the KLX250 and CRF250L. This is where the Honda really shines and makes up for its shorter wheel travel. June 7, 2009 in XT/TT/TW. 6 speed. And what's more it's capable of being substantially better with not too much effort or indeed cash. The rake has been increased 0.2 degrees and the trail has been increased by 0.1 degree inches. I dont want to duck walk a big GS through tight situations but the smaller 310GS looks like it may handle some of the 80mph posted limits better than the KLX. Price: $5,499 USD/$5,999 CAD Key Features: Six speed manual transmission Full competition grade disc brakes front and rear Electronic starter Main Specs Engine Type: 292cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 4-valve single Horsepower: Approx 33 HP Torque: Approx 21 lb-ft Wet Weight: 282 lbs (128 kg) Seat Height: 36.4 inches (925 mm) Competitors I'm 99% sure it's the same guy that got booted off of advrider for his attitude. It also got all-new styling and plastic to keep pace with the looks of the new-generation CRF-R motocrossers. Copyright 2023 Cycle World. It has a 6 cc advantage over the CRF300L, its 292cc's verses 286cc's. The Honda engine has been taken straight out of their CBR300, and it should take you around the world without any dramas. Hes asking $7,000 for standard and $7,300 for the Camo.i need to shop elsewhere as this is at the top of my list.Ive ridden bikes for 40 years and now just want something easy to handle and maintain. So what matters is how it feels in the parts for which you buy it off-road. With its short wheelbase, the KLX felt nimble and flickable in tight bends. Talk about disappointing. By shaving 0.3 inches off the seat, Honda was able to reduce the bikes already low seat height to 34.4 inches. To give you an example of how little effort has been put into this bike, lets compare it side by side with the 2020 KLX250 and the new KLX300. Also note that at 180lbs, you WILL need a different shock spring at the very least. I plan to put a Rade Garage fairing kit on it. The increase in engine displacement allows the KLX to push higher gearing than last year (14/40 vs 14/42) and it also has an updated gear-driven engine balancer to help smooth things out. My first bike was also an 82 MB5 when I was 15. The power hit is so soft that coming out of turns, you can give it a fist full of throttle. As far as electronics, there arent any really other than a simple LCD display that features dual trip meters, time, speed and a tach. Jeff Allen. Thanks for the responses. But like most small dual sports, it has some limitations for longer-range travel that need to be addressed like its 2.0-gallon tank and lack of windscreen, hand guards or luggage rack. We use data about you for a number of purposes explained in the links below. Chuck on an exhaust system, dyno tune, bash plate, tail tidy and hand guards and this should be a pretty decent bike. For those riders who dont have a vehicle that can carry a bike, the KLX300 is about as smooth of a small single as you can get for short stints on the highway enroute to the trails. Wr250r is the best of the 250-300 dualsports, on the road can be very subjective and go either way, offroad it's just better PoopSmith87 1 yr. ago I mean, the WR is the better bike. For your average off-road terrain, second gear pulls fine up most hills. usually im following someone on unfamiliar roads. Stability was good too. And whats not to love about that? As a result, wheel base has been extended by 0.4 of an inch. It is about 2hp more then klx250 what a disappointment ! Steve, with your weight you better get a heavier shock spring for sure (and probably fork sprints as well) regardless of which lightweight dual sport bike you buy. The all new KLX 300 dual sport is essentially EXACTLY the same as the current KLX250S, except with a bored out motor and some extremely minor updates. All good stuff. I appreciate you guys taking the time to reply. A 43cc increase in displacement may not seem like a lot, but in the case of the KLX300, its just enough of a boost to have a significant impact on its versatility. Much appreciated Jerry. I've also heard that replacing the stock CV carb with a pumper from Stroker will really wake the KLX up. Also, forbase on the non adjustable suspension, I did not want the honda. The 2018 Yamaha WR250R returns much like it was 10 years ago but with an inflated price tag of $6699. Heres where color or your favorite dealership might be your deciding factor. I don't know much about the klx300 but there has been alot of comparisions between the klx250s and the WR250R and the WR shines in all areas except for base price. Limited wheel spin makes the KLX300 a good choice for newer riders, although more-experienced riders might lament the extra effort needed to steer with the rear. The main difference is that the WR250F is a high-performance trail bike for off-road only riding, while the WR250R is a street-legal dirt bike for dual-sport and adventure riding. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); https://www.instagram.com/onthebackwheel/. The current KLX250S is and this has a much needed engine bump. The rear tire grip suffered a bit under hard braking but that is pretty common with knobbies. The Yamaha is the lightest at 295 pounds, followed by the Kawasaki at 298 and the Honda at 317. That's about 30 pounds heavier than the KLX230R and about 10 pounds lighter than the street-legal KLX230. No ABS, no traction control, no rider modes, just you and your wrist to control the bike. Its a quick fix though if you decide to remove it. (now 302lbs), even with the new exhaust. The Kawasaki is the only bike that drives its odometer with the front wheel; the Yamaha and Honda do so via their transmissions. All rights reserved. well i wasnt really talking about top speed, just all around power. i dont think it does too bad.. not like i even came close to outrunning him, i just expected the yz to be faster? Price $5,699 Kawasaki KLX230R Kawasaki KLX230R Surprisingly, the curb weight of the bike appears to down 2 lbs. The Honda lags a bit in the suspension department, but that is only a concern for the more experienced rider who will complain that the CRFs fork and shock are way too soft and bottom easily; it has the least amount of front-wheel travel of the three bikes and just slightly more rear-wheel travel than the Kawasaki. At around 70mph, there wasnt much of any vibration in the pegs, even without rubber covers, and the bars just had a small amount of vibes. Smooth, precise and predictable low rpm throttle response is critical for riders new to motorcycling, and all three bikes have just thatexcellent throttle response. It also has petal-style disc brakes, generous 11.2 inches of ground clearance, sturdy engine guards, a large and informative meter and a claimed ready-to-ride weight of 298 pounds. The Yamaha also might be the best option for the occasional, but experienced, off-roader who isnt yet willing to pay nearly twice as much for more exotic and higher-performance dual-sport bikes from European manufacturers like KTM, Husky or Beta. And it came with an amazingly low MSRP of $4499. Let us know what new bike you end up choosing too! Stock it will do that, to a point. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience and personalize both the content and advertising you see. It would be ideally suited for those living in the suburbs or rural areas who arent far from the trails and might use the bike for getting to work or running errands during the week as well. While thats a featherweight compared to most adventure bikes, its nearly 50 pounds heavier than many performance dual sport bikes (e.g. What are your thoughts? The WR checks all of the boxes I'm looking for except the engine. The Dainese Expedition Masters Patagonia trip encompasses eight days and 1,600 km starting in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the For 2023, the KTM New Zealand Adventure Rallye returns to the South Island for the third time in the events What are the components of an epic adventure ride? In addition, the new KLX300 receives slimmer-profile radiators, optimized ignition timing and engine balancer, updated gear ratios and some additional suspension tweaks on the damping. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. By Even so, its capable of scooting through all but the gnarliest of dirt bike trails. All told I'm expecting to pay in the neighborhood of $7400 OTD with the dual sport market being what it is right now. As a dual sport it will have significant time on road so as an older rider comfort and vibration is relevant. We waited & waited, did you turn around & leave? At Oto.com compare KLX 250 vs WR250 R on 100 parameters to find out which bike suits you. ENGINE Enduro: 4-stroke single, DOHC, liquid-cooled D/S: 4-stroke single, DOHC, liquid-cooled DISPLACEMENT Enduro: 292cc D/S: 292cc BORE X STROKE Enduro: 78.0 x 61.2mm D/S: 78.0 x 61.2mm COMPRESSION RATIO Enduro: 11.0:1 D/S: 11.1:1 FUEL SYSTEM Enduro: DFI with 34mm Keihin throttle body D/S: DFI with 34mm Keihin throttle body IGNITION It's 13 lbs lighter than a WRR and 43 lbs lighter than a CRF250L or DRZ400S. I got an opportunity to get in some laps on a motocross track during our test and the KLX was a blast to ride if you are just out there cruising around for fun. Use left/right arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe left/right if using a mobile device By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. I assumed it was more than a klr 250. i think stock its 25-26ish hp? Even on a trail bike I need a headlight. Single cylinder 250cc EFI. https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/research-tools/dealer-locator Even so, it does take a little planning and a good check in the rear view before attempting a pass. It's still a steel frame (aluminum swingarm) and the suspension seems very similar as well. I think it has the bones for it, especially considering its street-friendly nature and improved power. Thanks man. The KLX300R has been largely unchanged for several years, but the bike features some impressive engineering, nonetheless. (LogOut/ Hey maybe it'll have decent enough maintenance intervals and come stock with decent enough components to warrant making it a basic minimalist street legal DS. Its now $5,149. Many want something more approachable, easier to ride, at an affordable price, that doesnt require a lot of maintenance. But all is good now thanks to FI. Please, somebody, give us a new mid-displacement dual sport! The KLX300 features a 292cc water-cooled engine with optimized ignition timing, updated suspension damping and more. Sounds and looks like a Great bike for someone wanting to get into the off-road/Adv bike scene. Fast forward to 2021 and Kawasaki has given the little thumper a displacement upgrade, now boasting 292ccs, plus a higher-performance camshaft profile from its KLX300R dirt bike. ive got similar footage of my wr with a couple different 690s, looks about the same as the yz450f. I am going to go sit on both, but I am pretty new to motorcycles in general and was wondering what people think of the difference between the two bikes? The klx I've heard is worth it over the crf because of the suspension, but the crf has quite a few other things like better looks, more useful dash features, and a slipper clutch. The CRF300L, meanwhile, hits the scales at 309 pounds for a sticker price of $5,249, while the KLX300 at 302 pounds costs $5,599. The smart money would probably grab the Kawi and not look back. The KLX300R comes with an electric start and fuel injection. Workaday commuters to urban playbikes to high-country trailbikes. None of them, however, are rocket ships, thats pretty much a given with these bikes, but the Yamaha moves along pretty good for what it is. Sign in with Google. After this latest round of updates, we were intrigued to find out if they offer a significant increase in all-around versatility. I'm thinking something like a Yamaha WR250F (not WR250R) might be the best choice for you. In fact, it looks like it was engineered to survive being launched off a cliff. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. Prepping it for some longer journeys wouldnt take much either. On long paved road journeys the (tight) knee bend angle made my legs tired. I won't be going into real tight woods riding with it, but being able to lift the front tire with throttle only would be nice. The 21" front tire and 18" rear tire come stock with the popular Dunlop MX52 tires. The larger and/or more experienced rider will like the Yamaha best, without question, because it will fit their longer arms and legs better, and they will appreciate the WRs more capable suspension and more powerful engine over the other two bikes. i dont have any experience with the klx. but i have a wrx and it surprises me every time i ride with faster bikes. Make an informed choice after head-on comparison including price, user reviews, detailed specs, features, color(s), performance, reviews and safety features. Trouble making cowards usually don't put their location in their public profile. so i hammered for all the wr was worth to try and keep up! 2021 Kawasaki KLX300 Specs: Website: Kawasaki Base Price: $5,599 ($5,799 for Fragment Camo) Engine Type: Liquid-cooled single, DOHC w/ 4 valves Displacement: 292cc Bore x Stroke: 78.0 x 61.2mm. Yamaha WR250R Discontinued! recall probs? Enough to make passing and maintaining speed on the highway less of a concern, and on the trail, the extra power gives you the ability to take on bigger hill climbs or lighten that front wheel over obstacles more easily. why? Press J to jump to the feed. (LogOut/ #25 Bama67 , Jun 19, 2019 #26 Bama67 Comfort is for cars Joined: Dec 31, 2009 Oddometer: 836 Location: Sandpoint Idaho Jumping up from the 250cc to 300cc range is one change that can make a significant difference, especially when it comes to dual sport riding that entails getting on the highway to reach the trails. 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