Benelli 304 vs Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS (2026)

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

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli 304Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS
Model year19892026
Price$5,799
Engine231 cc233 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight129 kg
Seat height841 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 IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 110/70-17 / IRC RX-01 Road Winner: 120/70-17

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

Picking between the Benelli 304 and the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli 304 brings 27 hp, while the Kawasaki KLX® 230 SM ABS counters with its own power figure at 129 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: