Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.31 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KLX 450R, priced at Rs. 9.61 Lakh. On the performance front, the KLX 450R uses a 449cc engine and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX 450R and YZF-R2, the KLX 450R is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for affordability.

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KLX 450R vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX 450RYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.61 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 23 kmplNot Available
Engine 449 cc204 cc
Max power Not Available26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 126 Kg149 Kg

KLX 450R vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX 450R STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.61 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power Not Available 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX 450R Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 26,312 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 31,842 KLX 450R Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
150 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
449 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
66 mm
Stroke
62.1 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
23 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø48 mm Inverted AOS Type Telescopic Fork With 22 Way Compression And 18 Way Rebound Damping, Travel - 305mm
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Uni Trak With 22 Way Low Speed, 2 Turns Or More High Speed Compression Damping, 22 Way Rebound Damping And Adjustable Spring Preload, Travel - 315mm
Linked-Type Monocross

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
11 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
11 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
14 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
14 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-120/90-18
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
935 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2175*820*1250 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1480 mm
1340 mm
Length
2175 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
315 mm
170 mm
Height
1250 mm
1140 mm
Width
820 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
8 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
126 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
250 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12.8V / 2AH
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Perimeter, Aluminium
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available
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Which bike is best between Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki KLX 450R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX 450R by ₹7.31 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX 450R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki KLX 450R has better performance.

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