KLX230 Standard vs Rocket 3 R

Compare selected variants side by side across prices, specifications, and features.

Cheaper to buy

KLX230 Standard

₹2.61 Lakh

More powerful

Rocket 3 R

165 bhp

Better power-to-weight

Rocket 3 R

543 bhp/tonne

Lighter

KLX230 Standard

139 kg

Cheaper to run

KLX230 Standard

₹2.92/km

Kawasaki KLX230

Kawasaki KLX230

Standard

₹2.19 Lakh

Triumph Rocket 3

Triumph Rocket 3

R

₹24.02 Lakh

Price & Ownership
Ex-Showroom Price ₹2.19 Lakh₹24.02 Lakh
On-Road Price (Sikar) ₹2.61 Lakh (est.)₹28.44 Lakh (est.)
EMI (per month) ₹6,677₹72,876
Running Cost ₹2.92/km₹7.19/km
At a Glance
Fuel Type PetrolPetrol
Transmission ManualManual
Body Type AdventureCruiser
Availability On saleOn sale
Colours Battle Gray Lime Green Korosi Red Phantom Black Silver Ice Cranberry Red
Engine & Performance
Engine 233 cc2458 cc
Power 18.37 bhp165.00 bhp
Torque 19.00 Nm221.00 Nm
Power-to-Weight 132.2 bhp/tonne542.8 bhp/tonne
Torque-to-Weight 136.7 Nm/tonne727.0 Nm/tonne
Top Speed --220 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Mileage 36.00 kmpl14.60 kmpl
Fuel Tank 7.50 litres18.00 litres
Range on a Full Tank 270 km263 km
Dimensions & Weight
Kerb Weight 139 kg304 kg
Seat Height 880 mm773 mm
Ground Clearance 255 mm140 mm
Engine
Engine Type 1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 2 Valves3 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 3 Valves
Max Power 18.37 bhp @ 7800 rpmNot listed
Max Torque 19 Nm @ 6200 rpmNot listed
Bore x Stroke 67 mm x 66 mm110.2 mm x 85.9 mm
Compression Ratio 9.4:110.8:1
Spark Plugs 1 Per Cylinder1 Per Cylinder
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BBS6 Phase 2
Electricals
Start Type Self StartNot listed
Kill Switch YesNot listed
Automatic Start Stop NoNot listed
Silent Start NoNot listed
Silencer Cover YesNot listed
Battery Not listedMaintenance Free
Transmission
Transmission 6 Speed ManualNot listed
Transmission Type Chain DriveShaft Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 5 Up1 Down 5 Up
Clutch Wet MultiplateWet Multiplate with Torque Assist Clutch
Brakes
Braking System Single Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
Front Brake Disc, 290 mm, 2 piston caliperDisc, 320 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brake Disc, 230 mm, 1 piston caliperDisc, 300 mm, 4 piston caliper
Suspension
Front Suspension Telescopic forkShowa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks
Rear Suspension Ø 37 mm Uni-TrakFully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster NoYes
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster Not listedYes
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Type SpokeAlloy
Wheel Size Front - 21 inch, Rear - 18 inchFront - 17 inch, Rear - 16 inch
Tyre Size Front - 2.75 - 21 45P, Rear - 4.10 - 18 59PFront - 150/80 - R17, Rear - 240/50 - R16
Tyre Type TubedTubeless
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) Not listedFront - 42 psi, Rear - 42 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) Not listedFront - 42 psi, Rear - 42 psi
Chassis
Chassis Type Tubular, Semi-Double CradleFull Aluminium Frame
Dimensions
Overall Dimensions Not listed2500 mm x 889 mm x 1065 mm
Wheelbase Not listed1677 mm
Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage NoNo
Pillion Seat YesStepped Seat
Pillion Comfort Footrest, Grab railFootrest, Grab rail
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Console LCD DisplayNot listed
Mobile Phone Connectivity BluetoothNo
GPS & Navigation Turn by Turn NavigationOptional
Speedometer DigitalDigital
Odometer DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge DigitalDigital
Tripmeter 2 Tripmeters, Digital2 Tripmeters, Digital
Gear Indicator YesYes
Low Fuel Indicator YesYes
OTA Updates Not AvailableNot Available
Call/SMS Alerts YesNo
Clock YesYes
Instrument Cluster Not listed4.7 inch TFT Display with Brightness Control
Distance to Empty Not listedYes
Tachometer Not listedDigital
Gear Shift Light Not listedYes
Low Battery Indicator Not listedYes
Low Oil Indicator Not listedYes
Service Reminder Indicator Not listedYes
Hazard Warning Indicator Not listedYes
High Beam Indicator Not listedYes
Engine Temperature Indicator Not listedYes
Malfunction Indicator Not listedYes
Average Speed Not listedYes
Lights
Headlight Dual LED HeadlampDual LED Projector Headlamp
DRLs YesYes
Brake/Tail Light LEDLED
Hazard Warning Lights YesYes
Pass Light YesYes
Turn Signal LEDLED
Riding Modes
Riding Modes Not listedSport, Road, Rain and Rider
Safety
Traction Control NoYes
Cruise Control Not AvailableAvailable
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off YesYes
Keyless Lock/Unlock NoNot listed
Saree Guard YesYes
Stand Alarm Not listedYes
Convenience
USB Charging Port Not listedYes
Start Type Not listedSelf Start
Keyless Lock/Unlock Not listedNo
Quickshifter Not listedNo
Silencer Cover Not listedYes
Kill Switch Not listedYes
Automatic Start Stop Not listedNo
Silent Start Not listedNo
Features
Riding Modes NoNot listed
High-mounted Exhaust Single-exit rally exhaustNot listed
Warranty & Service
Vehicle Warranty Not listedUnlimited km or 2 years
Number of Free Services Not listed0
Services
No. of Free Services 0Not listed
Fuel System
Fuel Tank Capacity Not listed18 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity Not listed4 litres
Wheel Design
Wheel Design Not listedDiamond-cut alloy wheels
Touring
Windscreen Not listedTaller windscreen
Footpegs Not listedAdjustable forward-set footpegs
Pillion Backrest Not listedYes

Best value in each row is marked green. "Not applicable" means the specification does not exist for that bike (an electric bike has no fuel tank); "Not listed" means the manufacturer does not publish it. A dotted underline marks a value published for the model rather than for that variant — where variants are known to differ on a specification, each shows only its own value. Assumes petrol at ₹105/litre and electricity at ₹8/unit; claimed mileage and range, so both sides read optimistic. On the on-road price at 9.5% for 36 months after a 20% down payment.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.