The newly launched Kawasaki Z300 in India.
Top 5 Highlights
- Aggressive Z-series styling
- Inspired by the larger Kawasaki Z900.
- Uses Kawasaki’s “Sugomi” design language with muscular tank extensions and a sharp streetfighter look.
- Available in Candy Lime Green/Ebony and Metallic Carbon Gray/Ebony.
- 296cc Parallel-Twin Engine
- Shares its engine with the Ninja 300.
- Produces 39.4 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 26.3 Nm at 10,000 rpm.
- Comes with a 6-speed gearbox and slip-and-assist clutch.
- Conventional Hardware
- 37 mm telescopic front forks and rear Uni-Trak monoshock.
- 17-inch alloy wheels.
- 290 mm front disc and 220 mm rear disc brakes.
- Dual-channel ABS is standard.
- Kerb weight: 175 kg; Ground clearance: 140 mm.
- LCD Instrument Cluster
- Displays speed, rpm, fuel level, clock, odometer, trip meters, service indicator, and coolant temperature.
- Lacks advanced electronics and connectivity features seen on some rivals.
- Pricing
- Launched at ₹3.24 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Positioned as the most affordable motorcycle in Kawasaki’s Z range.
- Costs about ₹38,664 more than the 2026 KTM 390 Duke.
Quick takeaway: The Kawasaki Z300 is essentially a naked, streetfighter version of the Ninja 300, offering a smooth twin-cylinder engine and classic Kawasaki styling, but with relatively basic features for its price segment.
