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KLX 300 R

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43 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.31 hp/kg
Engine
292 ccm

2002 Kawasaki KLX 300 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Kawasaki's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2002 Kawasaki KLX 300 R utilizes a 292 cc (17.8 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 33 HP (24.1 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 113 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the KLX 300 R measures 105 kg (231 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.18 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2002 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
113 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.31 HP/kg (3.18 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 292.0 ccm (17.82 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 33.0 HP (24.1 kW))
Valves/Cylinder 4
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 105.0 kg (231.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.3143 HP/kg
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