Kawasaki KLX 300R vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: August 29, 2026

Kawasaki KLX 300R price starts at Rs. 5.17 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.72 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki GSX-8R, priced at Rs. 9.89 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX 300R offers a claimed 45 kmpl, while the GSX-8R delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX 300R uses a 292cc engine producing 29 PS @ 8000 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX 300R and GSX-8R, the KLX 300R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the GSX-8R stands out for performance.

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KLX 300R vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX 300RSuzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.17 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage 45 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 292 cc776 cc
Max power 29 PS @ 8000 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 128 Kg205 Kg

KLX 300R vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX 300R STDSuzuki GSX-8R STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.17 Lakh Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 29 PS @ 8000 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
292 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
29 PS @ 8000 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
26.3 Nm @ 7000 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
78.0 mm
84 mm
Stroke
61.2 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
11.1
12.8 : 1

Front Brake
Not Available
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
45 kmpl
23.8 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-100/100-18
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Peak Power
29 PS @ 8000 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
14 psi
Not Available

Seat height
900 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2120*825*1245 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1435 mm
1465 mm
Length
2120 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
300 mm
145 mm
Height
1245 mm
1135 mm
Width
825 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.9 Liters
14 L
Kerb Weight
128 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Saddle Height
900 mm
Not Available
Front Brake Size
270 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
Not Available

Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Not Available
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available
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Kawasaki KLX 300R Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki KLX 300R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX 300R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The Kawasaki KLX 300R is cheaper than Suzuki GSX-8R by ₹4.72 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX 300R vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
For the STD version, 292 cc Petrol engine of KLX 300R produces 29 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 26.3 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 776 cc Petrol engine of GSX-8R produces 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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