Kawasaki has just rolled out the 2026 Versys-X 300 in India, slashing its sticker price by a solid Rs. 31,000 from the original May launch. At Rs. 3.49 lakh (ex-showroom), this baby Versys becomes the cheapest 300 cc parallel-twin adventure bike on sale, perfect for riders jumping from single-cylinder machines into proper twin-cylinder territory.
Lean Looks, Light Build
Forget the bulky styling of its bigger brothers like the Versys 650 or the monster Versys 1100. The X 300 keeps things simple, slim, and feather-light, making it easy to flick around town or wrestle on dirt trails. A high backbone frame holds everything together, while long-travel suspension soaks up the bumps: 41 mm upside-down forks up front with 130 mm of travel and a gas-charged Uni-Trak rear shock delivering 148 mm of wheel movement.
Spoked rimsโ19 inches at the nose and 17 inches at the tailโwear all-purpose rubber, and 180 mm of ground clearance lets you hop over rocks without scraping the belly. The upright riding triangle, narrow fuel tank, wide bars, and tall windshield keep you comfortable and wind-protected on long highway blasts. A 17-liter tank means fewer fuel stops on weekend getaways.
Rev-Happy 296 cc Parallel-Twin Heart
The proven 296 cc liquid-cooled twin spins to the moon, pumping out 40 horsepower at 11,500 rpm and 25.7 Nm of torque at 10,000 rpm. A slick six-speed gearbox with assist-and-slipper clutch makes every shift buttery and prevents rear-wheel hop under hard downshifts. An analog tachometer sits next to a crisp digital screen that flashes gear position, remaining range, and trip info.
Practical Touches for Real-World Rides
The pillion seat is wide and cushy, backed by beefy grab rails and a built-in rack ready for soft panniers or a tail bag. The bike rolls in two sharp colorways: Candy Lime Green and Metallic Flat Spark Black. Bookings are live now, and customer bikes start reaching homes in November 2025.
Size & Rivals
Overall length stretches to 2,170 mm, width is 860 mm, and height hits 1,390 mm. Main competitors include the KTM 390 Adventure and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450โboth pricier and packing different flavors of adventure DNA.
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FAQs
1. How much does the 2026 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 cost in India?
It is priced at Rs. 3.49 lakh (ex-showroom), down Rs. 31,000 from its original launch price.
2. What engine powers the Versys-X 300?
A 296 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin producing 40 PS at 11,500 rpm and 25.7 Nm at 10,000 rpm, linked to a 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch.
3. what do deliveries start?
Customer deliveries kick off in November 2025; bookings are already open at Kawasaki dealerships.
4. what are its direct rivals?
The KTM 390 Adventure and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 are the closest competitors in the entry-level ADV segment.
