What is the 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS is Kawasaki’s street-focused supermoto motorcycle, now updated for the 2027 model year. The motorcycle is part of Kawasaki’s KLX300 family but is positioned separately from the KLX300 dual-sport, engineered to combine the light, agile character of an off-road bike with the wheels, brakes and tyres needed for confident road riding.
What has changed for 2027?
For 2027, the Kawasaki KLX300SM receives ABS as standard, an updated LCD paired with Kawasaki’s Rideology app, which enables smartphone connectivity. Kawasaki has also updated the engine, which now has a slight bump in power listed at 26.8hp at 8,000rpm and 24.9Nm at 6,800rpm, compared with 25hp and approximately 24Nm for the outgoing version.
What engine does it use?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS uses a 292cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-stroke, single-cylinder engine. The engine produces 26.8bhp at 8,000rpm and 24.9Nm of torque at 6,800rpm, paired with a six-speed gearbox.
What brakes and suspension does it get?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS gets a 300mm front petal disc, 240mm rear disc and standard front-wheel ABS. Suspension consists of a 43mm inverted fork with adjustable compression damping and a rear Uni-Trak gas-charged monoshock with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload. Paired with 17-inch wheels and road tyres, this wheel and suspension setup enables precise handling and stable cornering on tarmac.
What are its dimensions and weight?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS uses a box-and-tubular-section high-tensile steel perimeter frame. The motorcycle has a short wheelbase of 1,435 mm and a kerb weight of 139 kg. It features a seat height of 860mm.
How much does it cost in the US?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM ABS is priced at USD 6,399 in the United States. The supermoto is available in two colour options: Neon Green/Ebony and Battle Gray/Ebony.
