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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250vsKawasaki KLX230 S

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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

75% Match

The Vitpilen 250 is the more complete performance package, with nearly double the power, a quickshifter, traction control, and dual-channel ABS with a bigger 320mm front disc, all for roughly ₹8,000 more than the KLX230 S. The Kawasaki counters with far superior ground clearance, a lighter kerb weight, and off-road-friendly spoked wheels, making it the pick for those who want a dual-purpose, trail-capable machine rather than a street performance bike.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Standard

₹2.18 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Nearly Double the Power
30.57 bhp vs 18.37 bhp means the Vitpilen pulls much harder and hits a claimed 150 kmph top speed.
Quickshifter & Traction Control
Clutchless upshifts and traction control give the Vitpilen a tech edge the KLX230 S simply doesn't offer.
Dual-Channel ABS with Bigger Brakes
A 320mm front disc with 4-piston caliper and dual-channel ABS outclasses the KLX's single-channel setup with a smaller 290mm disc.

AI Match

75%

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Performance
88%
Comfort
65%
Efficiency
70%
Features & Tech
85%
Safety
88%
Ownership
72%
Practicality
55%
Value
72%

Kawasaki KLX230 S

Standard

₹2.19 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Way More Ground Clearance
255mm of ground clearance versus 180mm makes the KLX230 S dramatically more capable over rough terrain and obstacles.
Significantly Lighter
At 139 kg kerb weight versus 163.8 kg, the KLX230 S is easier to flick around and manage off-road or in tight spaces.
Spoked Wheels Built for Off-Road
21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoked wheels with dual-purpose tyre sizing suit loose or uneven surfaces better than the Vitpilen's street-only alloys.

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Daily Commuter

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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

70% Match

-5%vs 75% overall match

The Vitpilen 250 offers better fuel efficiency, a more road-friendly tubeless tyre setup, and refined street-focused ergonomics ideal for daily traffic riding.

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Why Vitpilen 250 for you?

Better fuel efficiency

37 kmpl ARAI vs 36 kmpl owner-reported means lower running costs for daily commuting.

Tubeless tyres, dual-channel ABS

Tubeless tyres reduce puncture hassle on city roads and dual-channel ABS adds safety in traffic braking.

Lighter feel in traffic manageability

Street-naked ergonomics with low seat height (820mm) and liquid-cooled refinement suit stop-go city riding better than a tall dual-sport.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 and Kawasaki KLX230 S stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Kawasaki KLX230 S

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 pulls ahead overall

The Vitpilen dominates on performance, tech, and safety thanks to its liquid-cooled engine, quickshifter, and dual-channel ABS, while the KLX230 S claws back ground on practicality and comfort through its light weight, high ground clearance, and off-road-oriented ergonomics.

Nearly Double the Power

30.57 bhp vs 18.37 bhp means the Vitpilen pulls much harder and hits a claimed 150 kmph top speed.

Quickshifter & Traction Control

Clutchless upshifts and traction control give the Vitpilen a tech edge the KLX230 S simply doesn't offer.

Dual-Channel ABS with Bigger Brakes

A 320mm front disc with 4-piston caliper and dual-channel ABS outclasses the KLX's single-channel setup with a smaller 290mm disc.

A Trade-off

255mm of ground clearance versus 180mm makes the KLX230 S dramatically more capable over rough terrain and obstacles.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Strengths for those who prioritise power, features and safety.

Nearly Double the Power
30.57 bhp vs 18.37 bhp means the Vitpilen pulls much harder and hits a claimed 150 kmph top speed.
Quickshifter & Traction Control
Clutchless upshifts and traction control give the Vitpilen a tech edge the KLX230 S simply doesn't offer.
Dual-Channel ABS with Bigger Brakes
A 320mm front disc with 4-piston caliper and dual-channel ABS outclasses the KLX's single-channel setup with a smaller 290mm disc.
Liquid-Cooled, 4-Valve Engine
The Vitpilen's liquid-cooled, 4-valve single is more thermally stable and higher-revving than the KLX's air-cooled 2-valve unit.
Richer Instrument Cluster
A 5-inch LCD display with gear shift light, engine temperature indicator, and low oil indicator gives riders far more at-a-glance information.

Kawasaki KLX230 S

Strengths for those who prioritise performance, features and value.

Way More Ground Clearance
255mm of ground clearance versus 180mm makes the KLX230 S dramatically more capable over rough terrain and obstacles.
Significantly Lighter
At 139 kg kerb weight versus 163.8 kg, the KLX230 S is easier to flick around and manage off-road or in tight spaces.
Spoked Wheels Built for Off-Road
21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoked wheels with dual-purpose tyre sizing suit loose or uneven surfaces better than the Vitpilen's street-only alloys.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation & Bluetooth
Built-in Bluetooth connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation beats the Vitpilen's optional-only phone connectivity and GPS.
Lower Ex-Showroom Price
At ₹219,000 versus ₹227,111, the KLX230 S undercuts the Vitpilen on upfront cost.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Power & Performance

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services
Vehicle Warranty 30,000 km or 2 years
No. of Free Services 3
1st Service 1000 km or 45 days
2nd Service 8500 km or 150 days
3rd Service 16000 km or 240 days

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring
Vehicle Location Tracking No Last Park Location
Lights
Headlight LED Headlamp Dual LED Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) 1 1
Brake/Tail Light LED LED
Hazard Warning Lights 1 1
Pass Light 1 1
Turn Signal LED LED
Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage No No
Pillion Seat Yes Yes
Pillion Comfort Footrest, Grab rail Footrest, Grab rail
Additional Features
Additional Features Ride-by-Wire

Max Power	30.57 bhp @ 9500 rpm	18.37 bhp
Max Torque	25 Nm @ 7500 rpm	19 Nm @ 6400 rpm
Top Speed	150 kmph
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Riding Range	459 km	270 km
Riding Modes	Street and Rain
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement	249 cc	233 cc
Mileage - Owner Reported	34 kmpl	36 kmpl
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Engine Type	1 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves	1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 2 Valves
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 61.2 mm	67 mm x 66 mm
Compression Ratio		9.4:1
Spark Plugs	1 Per Cylinder	1 Per Cylinder
Battery	12V/8Ah
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2B	BS6 Phase 2
Mileage - ARAI	37 kmpl

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
Front Brake	Disc, 320 mm, 4 piston caliper	Disc, 290 mm, 2 piston caliper
Rear Brake	Disc, 240 mm, 1 piston caliper	Disc, 230 mm, 1 piston caliper
Wheel Type	Alloy	Spoke
Wheel Size	Front - 17 inch, Rear - 17 inch	Front - 21 inch, Rear - 18 inch
Tyre Size	Front - 110/70 - R17, Rear - 150/60 - R17	Front - 2.75 - 21 45P, Rear - 4.10 - 18 59P
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubed

Front Suspension	WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	WP APEX Monoshock, preload adjustable	Ø 37 mmm Uni-Trak
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	1
Chassis Type	New steel-trellis frame and subframe	Perimeter, high-tensile steel

Kerb Weight	163.8 kg	139 kg
Seat Height	820 mm	830 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	255 mm
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)		2110 mm x 830 mm x 1160 mm
Wheelbase	1368 mm	1370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 litres	7.5 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity	2.7 litres

USB Charging Port	Yes
Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off	1	1
Kill Switch	1	1
Saree Guard	1
Quickshifter	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	No
Silencer Cover	1	1

Vehicle Warranty	30,000 km or 2 years
No. of Free Services	3
1st Service	1000 km or 45 days
2nd Service	8500 km or 150 days
3rd Service	16000 km or 240 days

Headlight	LED Headlamp	Dual LED Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	1	1
Brake/Tail Light	LED	LED
Hazard Warning Lights	1	1
Pass Light	1	1
Turn Signal	LED	LED

Under Seat Storage	No	No
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Comfort	Footrest, Grab rail	Footrest, Grab rail

Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital
Clock	1	1
Gear Indicator	1	1
Instrument Console	5 " LCD Display	LCD Display
Mobile Phone Connectivity	Optional	Bluetooth
GPS & Navigation	Optional	Turn by Turn Navigation
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty	1
Tripmeter	2 Tripmeters, Digital	2 Tripmeters, Digital
Stand Alarm	1
Low Battery Indicator	1
Hazard Warning Indicator	1
High Beam Indicator	1
Malfunction Indicator	1
OTA Updates	Not Available	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	No	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Gear Shift Light	1
Low Fuel Indicator	1	1
Low Oil Indicator	1
Service Reminder Indicator	1
Engine Temperature Indicator	1

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250vsKawasaki KLX230 S

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Kawasaki KLX230 S

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Every vehicle has a different personality.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 pulls ahead overall

Strengths that matter every day.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Kawasaki KLX230 S

Features that matter every day.

Power & Performance

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring

Lights

Seat & Storage

Additional Features

Instrument Cluster

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