Honda CB300R ABS vs Kawasaki KLX® 300SM (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB300R ABSstacks up against the Kawasaki KLX® 300SM. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CB300R ABS | Kawasaki KLX® 300SM |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $5,849 |
| Engine | 286 cc | 292 cc |
| Weight | 143 kg | 138 kg |
| Seat height | — | 861 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 7.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | — | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | — | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Dunlop® 110/70R 17 54H / Dunlop® 150/60R 17 66H | IRC Road Winner RX-01F: 110/70-17M/C 54S / IRC Road Winner RX-01R: 130/70-17M/C 62S |
Honda CB300R ABS vs Kawasaki KLX® 300SM — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CB300R ABS and the Kawasaki KLX® 300SM usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB300R ABS brings its published horsepower in a 143 kg package, while the Kawasaki KLX® 300SM counters with its own power figure at 138 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: