Kawasaki KX 450 2023 vs. KTM 300 EXC 2017

Kawasaki KX 450 2023

Kawasaki KX 450 2023

KTM 300 EXC 2017

KTM 300 EXC 2017

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki KX 450 2023 compared to KTM 300 EXC 2017

Kawasaki KX 450 2023
KTM 300 EXC 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore96 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke72 mm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemCarburator
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionCDI, DigitalIgnitionKokusan
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes2-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel305 mmTravel300 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountdirect
TravelTravel307 mmTravel310 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter260 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height955 mmSeat Height960 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KX 450 2023

Kawasaki KX 450 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 300 EXC 2017

KTM 300 EXC 2017

Although the 1000PS Offroad Crew found a few weak points, all testers were enthusiastic about the KTM 300 EXC. Its single-cylinder has good responsiveness and is very easy to ride thanks to its power. The chassis offers a solid basic setup ex works, even if it is a bit top-heavy according to our pros. In addition, many parts, such as the fan, have to be bought from KTM accessories, so the bill will be a little higher.

good responsiveness

solid chassis setup

Important parts subject to surcharge

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki KX 450 vs KTM 300 EXC

Price Kawasaki KX 450

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Price KTM 300 EXC

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