Benelli 304 vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 S (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli 304stacks up against the Kawasaki KLX® 230 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli 304Kawasaki KLX® 230 S
Model year19892026
Price$5,199
Engine231 cc233 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight124 kg
Seat height846 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L7.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesSingle discHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeHydraulic Disc
Tires3.00-18 / 3.25-18 2.75 x 21 45P / 4.10 x 18 59P

Benelli 304 vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli 304 and the Kawasaki KLX® 230 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli 304 brings 27 hp, while the Kawasaki KLX® 230 S counters with its own power figure at 124 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: