Positioned in Kawasaki's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Kawasaki KLX300R relies on a 292 cc (17.8 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 78.0 x 61.2 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches) with a 11.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KLX300R measures 128 kg (282 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 925 mm (36.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,435 mm (56.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7.95-liter (2.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 1999 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
925 mm (36.4 in)
Engine
Displacement292.0 ccm (17.82 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 61.2 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI® with 34mm Keihin throttle body
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI Electronic Advance
LubricationForced, semi-dry sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-plate
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular, Semi-Double Cradle
Rake26.9°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension43mm inverted telescopic fork
Front Travel284 mm (11.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak® gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir with adjustable compression, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Travel284 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheelbase1435 mm (56.5 inches)
Ground Clearance305 mm (12.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-21
Rear Tyre100/100-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with a dual-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with a singel-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight128.0 kg (282.2 pounds)
Seat Height925 mm (36.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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