Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha Serow 250. The Honda got its first and only upgrade in 2017 since its 2012 debut, while the Kawasaki got a significant enhancement in 2018 after a brief hiatus from Kawi’s lineup. Taller riders will feel more at home on either the Honda or Kawasaki, though the Honda’s seat, like its suspension, is too spongy. The Kawasaki has a slightly higher base price of $5399. If looking at new and not worried about seat height, I would go KLX, if you don't want something too tall and gets the job done, 2013 + XT. MSRP on the 2016 XT250 was $5,190, same as it was since 2013; though for 2017, we saw the price jumped a whole $9 to $5,199, and Yamaha held it there through 2019. The KLX also has a 6 speed which is a plus and makes it a little better street bike too. The KLX’s suspension provides the most adjustability. KLX250 or CRF250 vs a Yamaha XT250. That puts the camo version over our $5500 budget by $99. And, as mentioned, their MSRPs are comparable. Some competitors for the Yamaha XT250 would include the Kawasaki KLX230, Honda CRF250L, and Kawasaki KLX250. 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan Base vs. 2018 Yamaha XT 250 Side-by-Side Comparison Compare the 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan Base vs 2018 Yamaha XT 250. Anything in the same price range is OK, and if 2nd hand or 400's ok as long as within same price range. Kawasaki announced a KLX230 model for 2020, a new dual-sport motorcycle slotting in alongside the KLX250 that is also returning for 2020. Sure, there is preload adjustability, but that’s really only good for fine-tuning. The local dealer said the XT 250 was cheaper on maintenance, lighter than the crf 250, and 500$ cheaper out the door. And besides, we tested the green one, so we’re good. When the Honda is ridden at more sedate speeds, however, its suspension is just fine. The KLX230 felt fairly soft and was overwhelmed rather quickly once the pace ramped up off-road, whereas the R model left us all wondering why Kawi didnât just use the same internals on the street-going model. When you’re talking just 230cc here, it’s nice having the six-speed gearbox, which better utilizes every one of those precious cubic-centimeters. Like the CRF250L, ABS is offered as an option. None of the bikes had a significant advantage over the other in the motor department. Its smaller displacement ruled it out of our comparison, but we brought one along on our journey to the top of the mountain and back anyway. Help me choose my first bike! There is also a KLX300R (Bore and stroke 78 x 61.2 mm), vs KLX250 (72.0 x 61.2 mm) both have same size fuel injection and gear ratios (Kawasaki website) KawaSAKE should have spent their energy on the 300 and make this one street legal The KLX250 only cost $500 more than KLX230,with it you get water cooling,bigger engine and Shamwow Of the three bikes, the red one is the only one that offers ABS (a $300 option), its price still keeping below our $5500 threshold, if only by a dollar. Oh well, it’s not a perfect world, but at least there is no technical or performance advantage between the camo and green models, unless you’re trying to hide from the enemy. The KLX also has a low 34.8-inch seat height and short 54.3-inch wheelbase. The XT250 is around 7300 on road, not too sure about the kawasaki. Our real gripe is with the shock. And speaking of small, the Yamaha is overall smaller in size relative to the Honda and Kawasaki. We have the Kawasaki KLX230 priced at â±190,000 , while Yamaha Serow 250 is priced at â±229,000 . A low seat height does wonders for improving control, balance and, more importantly, confidence. But itâs off the pavement that the little 230 really shines. It features electric start and has decent travel in the suspensionâ8.9 inches up front and 7.1 inches in the rear. Yamahaâs started posting its 2021 lineup on its North American websites, and the TW200 and XT250 are both back for next season, holding down the ⦠In a nutshell, all three suspensions work well at a casual pace, but you’ll “run out” of suspension on the Honda and Yamaha well before you will on the Kawasaki. The shock offers spring preload adjustability. The big difference between the two is the KLX230 is powered by a SOHC 233cc air-cooled Single, whereas the KLX250 uses a liquid-cooled 249cc DOHC Single. Discussion in 'Thumpers' started by nacho squatcho, Nov 28, 2020. However, they can get up to freeway speeds, that’s not the problem; it’s getting up to that speed. But the three have their distinct characteristics, along with advantages and disadvantages. [Archive] XT250 vs Super Sherpa vs KLX250S vs CRF230L Street. It is powered by a 249cc, air-cooled, four-stroke engine. Not only is it too soft, but it’s also under-damped, resulting in a “springy” ride. It won’t fix the soft problem even if cranked all the way in. The Honda has the advantage in the braking department. 2.75-21 in. RE Himalayan vs 250cc Dual Sport - need your opinions! Bridgestone Trail Wing TW-301, 120/80-18 in. The KLX230 is a very capable dirt bike and excellent for exploring back roads. The suspension is quite good, too, but suffers the same issues as the CRF250L—it’s quite soft and bottoms easily as soon as the pace picks up. All-new from the ground up is the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230 dual sport motorcycle. A big strike against the Yamaha when it comes to first-time riders is its tall 36.6-inch seat height. We chose this engine displacement because of its versatility and popularity, as it is a good all-around engine size for both experienced and non-experienced riders. However in the same(ish) budget price range are the Japanese Dual Sports like the CRF 250, KLX 250. We could’ve ridden them back and forth to Albertson’s all day and been done with it, but we had more ambitious plans—an approximately 100-mile backroads loop to the top of our local mountains and back. CRF250L vs KLX250S vs XT250/TW200. (Donât worry, we didnât forget about it entirely in this comparison, nor Kawasakiâs new KLX230.) Two years ago, we compared the WR250R with the KLX250 and CRF250L. 2020 Yamaha XT250 Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2020 Yamaha XT250 is one of the longest-running, most reliable, most durable dual-sport motorcycles ever made, being introduced way back in 1980. As a Expat from the old country living in USA I'm looking into a small bike for my next ride and I've been very interested in Royal Enfields Himalayan. Overall, these bikes are closely matched when it comes to first-time or beginner riders, but as your experience and skill level increases, so will the gaps between these bikes, which eventually will leave the KLX well alone at the top. It was, and still is, a much more capable motorcycle of the three when ridden aggressively over rough terrain. Plus, it looks frickin’ great in the garage. I'm finding 08 and 09 KLX, KL, CRF, and XT bikes with less than 500 miles on them for $3K and under. Kawasaki was actually launching three new models, the KLX230, KLX230R, and KLX300R, but only the non-R 230 would be street-legal. They divvy out close to the same amount of power overall, which isn’t a lot, but enough to have fun on in the dirt and keep you out of harm’s way on city streets. However, Honda gives you a whole other motorcycle option in the $6299 CRF250L Rally, but that’s crossing into an entirely different realm of riding. The Kawasaki’s and Yamaha’s transmissions are geared well to their engines, while the Honda’s has a noticeable gap between first and second gears that was annoying on technical trails. The Kawi also handles well, has good brakes and is a good looker. Thread starter LDB; Start date Jul 19, 2014; LDB. We had no mechanical issues with any of the bikes. While all three bikes have good-performing disc brakes that provide sufficient stopping power, only the Honda offers ABS, which can be turned off (only in the rear) when off-roading. CN. Despite giving away up to a two of inches of wheel travel to the other two bikes, the XT isn’t afraid of rough roads and tricky trails and handles them quite well, even at speed. And not only all this, but it’s also a looker! The suspension duties are handled by a nonadjustable 35mm conventional fork, while the shock is adjustable for preload and rebound damping. The WR250R excels when it comes to handling and suspension. Despite having the narrowest profile (front and rear) tires of the three, the XT’s stuck remarkably well to the dirt and gave the rider surprisingly good feedback. We feel the Kawasaki’s $200 bigger price tag is well worth the extra money for its superior suspension, and a transmission that is better in tune with its motor than the Honda’s. A simple SOHC two-valve d⦠The base model KLX230 weighs a claimed 293 (curb) pounds and has an appealing $4599 price tag ($4899 with ABS), a whopping $600 less than both the XT and the non-ABS CRF250L, and another $800 less than its KLX250 brother. 2019 Kawasaki KLX 250 vs. 2019 Yamaha XT 250 Side-by-Side Comparison Compare the 2019 Kawasaki KLX 250 vs 2019 Yamaha XT 250. Some competitors of the KLX230 ⦠At $4399 the sticker price is about half of most current dirt bikes. Find below the detailed motorcycle comparison of Kawasaki KLX230 and Yamaha Serow 250, based on price, specifications, & other features. The Yamaha XT250 packs a reliable punch. Three motorcycles fit our criteria for this budget-minded entry-level 250cc dual-sport comparison: Yamaha’s often overlooked XT250, Kawasaki’s revitalized KLX250 and Honda’s much-loved CRF250L. Fuel injection puts mountain climbing into these little bikesâ repertoire now. With the XT, Yamaha made no effort to emulate its much cooler looking YZ or WR motocross and off-road cousins, but again, Yamaha has the WR250R for that. Kawasaki seems to think so. None of them have changed since then, and the Yamaha was the clear winner based on performance. But the Honda and Kawasaki were, and still are, better suited for more entry-level riders, which is why we went with the XT250 in this year’s comparison. The KLX230 offers Kawasakiâs first implementation of what they call dual-purpose ABS. 2020 Kawasaki KLX250 vs. Honda CRF250L vs. Yamaha XT250 Comparison The Contestants The Yamaha’s fork is non-adjustable, but you can tune the shock’s spring preload and rebound damping. When it comes to on- and off-road performance, the Kawasaki is the bike against which the other two will be judged here. The KLX rules the roost here. Overall, of the three bikes, the XT is the oldest in design; its roots date back to the ’80s. Yes, it bottoms easily, but the XT does a great job providing a comfortable, well-balanced ride up until then. It’s just plain better. The engine has a bore and stroke of 67.0 x 66.0 mm, with a displacement of 233 cc. The suspension duties are handled by a nonadjustable 35mm conventional fork, while the shock. Stopping to not only kill the motor, but turn the ignition off and back on again, seemed to allow it to readjust. The KLX230 is an easy bike to ride that is very predictable, yet reacts well to rider input by being easy to lean both in the dirt and on the street. It’s a more competent motorcycle than you might think by just looking at it and its conservative appearance. Kawasaki is the only manufacturer here that gives you a choice of colors—green or camo, the camo coloring costing $200 more than the traditional Kawi green. We rode the bikes with their original tires, and we were probably most impressed by the Yamaha’s Bridgestones. Ready for action: (Left to right) Yamaha TTR230, Kawasaki KLX140G and Honda CRF230F. Even though the WR250R has not changed over the years, its price tag has crept up to its current $6699 MSRP. The Honda’s suspension, however, is a little disappointing. Afternoon folks! Period. But is there room for two KLX models separated by just 16cc? The all-new KLX230 is aimed at entry-level riders along with folks who want a simple, small, no-frills dual-sport. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience and personalize both the content and advertising you see. The WR, however, doesn’t have a huge advantage when it comes to power over the other bikes, even the XT250, but the WR is still the bike for more hard-core dual-sporters shopping in the quarter-liter category. MotoAmerica And FOX Sports Together Again For 2021, Virtual Tour of Ducati Museum Starts December 22, Mama Tried Show and Flat Out Friday Expand Internationally, Trevor Bollinger Set to Undergo Knee Surgery This Week, Dunlop Tires Accumulated Over 80 Championships At 2020 Mini Olympics. At $5,199, the XT250 is $600 more than the KLX230, the same price as the CRF250L⦠All three ran well, no annoying hesitation or bogging, though at higher elevation, the Yamaha popped every now and then on deceleration. The WR's seat height is WAY too tall for my midget's inseam. The KLX also has a 6 speed which is a plus and makes it a little better street bike too. The XT has changed little since its re-birth in 2013 when it got fuel injection and a few other goodies. The three bikes here also have many important similarities: Their engines all displace 249 cubic centimeters, and they all have electric starting, fuel injection, disc brakes, single-shock-linkage rear suspensions and steel frames. (You must log in or sign up to reply here. XT250 USA CAN 2018 YAMAHA XT250: $5199. It’s a very-good performing motorcycle that does a lot of things well. But it’s the XT smallish size that sets it apart from the Honda and Kawasaki, making it an excellent choice for beginners, or for those with shorter inseams, or for those, as mentioned, who are a bit older and perhaps not as limber as they once were. Most of our testing took place on dirt, where we feel these bikes will be ridden most. Compared to the Honda and Yamaha, the KLX’s suspension does a better job soaking up the bumps and doesn’t run out of wheel travel nearly as soon as the Honda or Yamaha. It’s too short and nearly impossible to wedge a “normal” size foot between it and the footpeg, which was also designed by the same small child. Joined May 9, 2006 Messages 296 Reaction score 2 Location Friendswood First Name Leo Jul 19, 2014 #1 The seats are too high on the first two and the fuel tanks are too small on all four. We’ll get right to the point. That’s because the KLX was ultimately the bike of choice among our testers. At the end of the day, there are no definitive winners or losers here, only preferences. It comes from the factory tuned very soft, and there is no easy fix because the shock and forks are non-adjustable, except for rear spring preload. 43mm telescopic fork, preload, compression damping adj. The Honda wasn’t as quick to adapt to the thinner air. It’s an easy and unintimidating motorcycle to ride both on- and off-road, and you can get it with ABS. (You can read our 2018 250cc dual-sport shootout here.). Photo by Kevin Wing. Kawasaki has one machine in the dual sport ring and that is the KLX230, which comes in ABS and non-ABS versions, both of which are affordable with ⦠Yamaha covers your ⦠We traveled from 1350 feet elevation to 7000 feet via roads, of which 90 percent was dirt, of which about five percent was probably more suited for healthy mules. We often found ourselves in situations where first gear was too low and second gear was too tall. All three are fun little around-town go-getters and decent commuters, as long freeways aren’t part of the equation. The current, third-generation Pricing/Conclusion. Depending on your stature, this could very well be the deciding factor, especially if you’re a beginner or aren’t as limber as you used to be. But the KLX230 gets an extra gear (6 speed vs 5 speed), 1.6â more rear suspension travel, optional ABS, and a modern design with a base price thatâs $600 cheaper. (Don’t worry, we didn’t forget about it entirely in this comparison, nor Kawasaki’s new KLX230.). It is powered by a 249cc, air-cooled, four-stroke engine. All rights reserved. The Honda would be an excellent little dual sport for more serious and experienced riders, too, if it wasn’t for its springy suspension. Honda CRF 250L-True Dual Sport Adventure All three bikes are fuel injected, which has many benefits over carburetion, and the ones you’ll appreciate most are improved cold starting, better fuel economy and smoother throttle response. ALL-NEW six speed transmission The four-stroke air-cooled single cylinder engine offers smooth, reliable and durable performance in a compact package. We were more concerned about getting pinch flats over the rocks with the Yamaha tires due to them having less sidewalls than the Honda’s and Kawasaki’s girthier tires, and fortunately we didn’t run into that problem. The Yamaha surprised us the most. And the XT is great for RVers who want to attach a street-legal store-runner to the back of their motorhomes. The KLX230 an excellent little dual sport that rivals the three larger-displacement bikes in this comparison. Plus, the Honda and Kawasaki have sporty looks, while the Yamaha sticks with a conservative look. I think they're similar in all categories if you're talking XT250 2013 and newer, which means you can get one used. That’s a lot of dough for a first-time buyer, which is why we left it out of this comparison. That Bottom Line. It’s a solid performer with a small price tag. The all-new KLX230 is aimed at entry-level riders along with folks who want a simple, small, no-frills dual-sport. However, its hefty price tag reflected this, putting it approximately $1000, at minimum, above its nearest competitors at the time, namely the KLX250S. The bottom line? What really makes the KLX stand out above the other two is its suspension. However, we were quite surprised by how good the XT’s suspension actually is, more so than you’d think by just looking at this bike. The Yamaha XT250 has a $5,349 price tag in Canada for 2018; the Kawasaki KLX250 is $5,599, and the Honda CRF250L is $5,799. At least the color is the same). 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