Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki KLX 230RS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R3 or Kawasaki KLX 230RS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R3 and KLX 230RS. Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs.4.65 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki KLX 230RS Price starts at Rs.5.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R3 is 2 cylinder, 321 cc Engine can generate 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm power whereas Kawasaki KLX 230RS is a 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of range, R3 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and KLX 230RS has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki KLX 230RS is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
R3 vs KLX 230RS
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R3 | Kawasaki KLX 230RS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.4.65 Lakh | Rs.5.21 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 233 cc |
| Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R3 specifications | KLX 230RS specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 5.24 Lakh Price Breakup | 5.90 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Chain Drive |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 6.6 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 321 cc | 233 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | KLX 230RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Standard |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 298 | 213 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 26 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 26 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 33 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 33 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) | Telescopifor22mm |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm | New Uni Trak Swingarm / 223 mm |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 R17M/C 54H | 80/100 - 21 51M |
Instrumentation
| R3 Instrumentation | KLX 230RS Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | - | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | No |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R3 Exterior | KLX 230RS Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | No |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Warranty
| R3 Warranty | KLX 230RS Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
| R3 Body & Suspension | KLX 230RS Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Diamond | Tubular& semi-double cradle |
Engine & Transmission
| R3 Engine & Transmission | KLX 230RS Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | Electric | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 233 cc |
Engine Type | 4-stroke& 2-cylinder& Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 4-valves | 4-stroke single& SOHC& air-cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Chain Drive |
Battery Capacity | 0.084 kwh | - |
Top Speed | - | 77 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 68 mm x 44.1 mm | 67 mm x 66 mm |
Configuration | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 19.57 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R3 Comfort & Convenience | KLX 230RS Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | - | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | No |
Riding Modes | - | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | No |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R3 Safety | KLX 230RS Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | No |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | No |
Radial Tyres | Yes | No |
Pass Light | Yes | No |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | No |
Turn Signal | LED | No |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | No |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Standard |
Power Modes | - | No |
Slipper Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | - | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R3 Dimensions & Capacity | KLX 230RS Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2090 mm | 2035 mm |
Width | 730 mm | 840 mm |
Height | 1140 mm | 1175 mm |
Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 275 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 6.6 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 1.3 Litres |
Body Type | - | Off Road |
Seat Height | 780 mm | 900 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 169 kg | 115 kg |
Pros & Cons
| R3 Pros & Cons | KLX 230RS Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki KLX 230RS
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Kawasaki KLX 230RS, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Yamaha R3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and KLX 230RS comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R3 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. Kawasaki KLX 230RS has 1175 mm seat height and 6.6 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki KLX 230RS FAQs
What is the on-road price of Yamaha R3?
The on-road price of Yamaha R3 is Rs. 5.24 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230RS?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KLX 230RS is Rs. 5.90 Lakh in New Delhi.