Positioned in Kawasaki's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2017 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 ABS relies on a 296 cc (18.1 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 62.0 x 49.0 mm (2.4 x 1.9 inches) with a 10.6:1 compression ratio.
The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2017 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement296.0 ccm (18.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Compression10.6:1
Bore x Stroke62.0 x 49.0 mm (2.4 x 1.9 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
DrivelineSealed chain
Chassis
Frame TypeBackbone, high-tensile steel
Rake25.0°
Trail108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionSingle shock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-M19
Rear Tyre130/80-M17
Front BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Dimensions & Weight
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsCandy Lime Green/Metallic Graphite Gray, Metallic Graphite Gray/Flat Ebony
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
