Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs TVS Apache RTX 300

Last Updated: September 8, 2026

TVS Apache RTX 300 price starts at Rs. 1.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.50 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Versys X 300, priced at Rs. 3.49 Lakh. On the performance front, the Versys X 300 uses a 296cc engine producing 40 PS @ 11500 rpm and the Apache RTX 300 a 299.1cc engine producing 36 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Versys X 300 and Apache RTX 300, the Versys X 300 is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Apache RTX 300 stands out for affordability.

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Versys X 300 vs Apache RTX 300 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Versys X 300TVS Apache RTX 300
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.49 LakhRs. 1.99 Lakh
Mileage 24.39 kmplNot Available
Engine 296 cc299.1 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 11500 rpm36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 179 Kg180 Kg

Versys X 300 vs Apache RTX 300 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Versys X 300 (2025)TVS Apache RTX 300 Base
Rating
1 review
2 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, 4 Stroke
Max Power 40 PS @ 11500 rpm 36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Versys X 300 Colors
TVS Apache RTX 300 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,556 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,733 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,559 Versys X 300 Insurance Rs. 12,036 Apache RTX 300 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, 4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
296 cc
299.1 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40 PS @ 11500 rpm
36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
26 Nm @ 10000 rpm
28.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
62 mm
78 mm
Stroke
49 mm
62.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
11.6:1

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

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

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
180 mm
Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
USD Forks, Ø 41mm
Suspension-Rear
Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 148 mm
Monoshock with Floating Piston

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-110/80 - 19, Rear :-150/70 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
815 mm
835 mm
Length*Width*Height
2170*860*1390 mm3
2176*885*1400 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1430 mm
Length
2170 mm
2176 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
200 mm
Height
1390 mm
1400 mm
Width
860 mm
885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
180 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Backbone, High Tensile Steel
Steel Trellis Frame Hinged With Aluminium Cast Swingarm
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Urban,Tour,Rally
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Electronic Throttle Body (Ride-By-Wire)
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Versys X 300
  • Unique styling
  • Pliant suspension setup
TVS Apache RTX 300
  • Gets a 5-inch TFT console with full-fledged navigation
  • Cruise control
  • Affordable than its rivals
Kawasaki Versys X 300
  • Quite expensive for a 300cc
  • Limited reach and availability
  • Kawasaki service is known to be expensive
TVS Apache RTX 300
  • Some people could find the design a bit too polarising
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Kawasaki Versys X 300 Vs TVS Apache RTX 300 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Versys X 300 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
The TVS Apache RTX 300 is cheaper than Kawasaki Versys X 300 by ₹1.50 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
For the (2025) version, 296 cc Petrol engine of Versys X 300 produces 40 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 26 Nm @ 10000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 299.1 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTX 300 produces 36 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 28.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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