Kawasaki VERSYS X 300

Production years: 2017–2024
Brand: Kawasaki

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Selected year: 2024

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 296 cm³
Power: 39 hp (29 kW)
Dry weight: 173.1 kg
Seat height: 815 mm

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Overview

The Kawasaki VERSYS X 300 is an adventure motorcycle produced from 2017 through 2024. For 2024, it has a 296.0 cm³ liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke engine producing 39 hp (29 kW), with 26.0 Nm of torque at 10,000 rpm; dry weight is 173.1 kg.

Its 815 mm seat and 180 mm ground clearance suit a taller riding position, while 130 mm of front and 147 mm of rear wheel travel help absorb uneven surfaces. The 17-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 487 km; the assist and slipper clutch helps keep the rear wheel settled during hard downshifts, and ABS is optional at both wheels.

Specifications

Engine

Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Bore x stroke: 62.0 x 49.0 mm
Engine capacity: 296 cm³
Compression ratio: 10.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Performance and transmission

Co2 emissions: 82 g/km CO₂
Epa co emissions: 2.1 CO g/km
Epa est fuel consumption: 3.49 L/100 km
Power: 39 hp (29 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.2247 HP/kg (dry)
Torque: 26 Nm at 10,000 rpm
Clutch: Assist and Slipper Clutch
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 173.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17 L
Fuel tank material: Metal
Ground clearance: 180 mm
Overall height: 1,389 mm
Overall length: 2,169 mm
Overall width: 861 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Wheelbase: 1,450 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Tubular, diamond
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake: 24.3°
Rear suspension: Uni-Trak swingarm
Rear wheel travel: 147 mm
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes and wheels

Abs: Optional
Front brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS
Front brakes diameter: 290 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-M19
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS
Rear tyre: 130/80-M17

Model years

No recorded specification changes between model years.

Specification
Engine capacity	296 cm³	296 cm³	296 cm³	296 cm³	296 cm³	296 cm³
Power	39 hp (29 kW)	39 hp (29 kW)	39 hp (29 kW)	39 hp (29 kW)	39 hp (29 kW)	39 hp (29 kW)
Torque	—	26 Nm	26 Nm	26 Nm	26 Nm	26 Nm
Dry weight	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	173.1 kg	173.1 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

Pros and cons

Advantages

Long calculated range
A 17-liter tank and calculated range of about 487 km can mean fewer fuel stops on a long ride.
Slipper clutch
The assist and slipper clutch helps calm the rear wheel during hard downshifts.
Suspension travel and clearance
The 180 mm ground clearance and 130 mm front and 147 mm rear wheel travel provide useful room for uneven roads.

Things to consider

ABS is optional
Both front and rear ABS are optional, so not every version has anti-lock braking.
Chain final drive
The chain final drive needs periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 815 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 815 mm

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How to measure

Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.

Estimated ground reach

Both feet likely flat

You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.

Seat height

815 mm

Approx. loaded height

785 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.