Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Real-World Mileage Tested Long ride results are surprising to riders!
Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has captured the imagination of adventure motorcycle market in India once again in a detailed tour test of mileage. The on-road economy numbers of this smaller ADV, at last, have been put in the test, and the result left many admirers and touring bikers quite surprised.
Highway and City Fuel Consumption as Tested
Versys-X 300 is a motorcycle of Kawasaki that uses a 296 ccs parallel-twin engine and is characterized by the possibility of touring. Although the bike is BS6-compliant, with an advanced engine, people have always put a question mark to its fuel capacity, especially in an Indian price-sensitive market.
In recent combined riding is tested, the Versys-X 300 provided
Mileage on highways: approximately 30 kmpl
City fuel consumption: 24-26kmpl
General average: 27-28kmpl
These numbers were taken during normal riding with no intense throttle manipulation on normal rides involving cruising at speeds of 70 to 90km/h on the highway and with not much manipulation to the throttle on city riding.
The real-world range and tank Capacity
Versys-X 300 is powered with a 17-litre fuel tank. Having a fuel economy between 27 to 28 kmpl, the actual riding range can be close to 450 to 470 kilometres on the full tank. This qualifies it to carry on long tours without many fuel stops.
But compared with other adventure bikes that cost more than Rs 5 lakh ex-showroom, there are other riders whose only expectation is that it should give a much better figure in terms of mileage when contrasted to the single-cylinder-powered adversaries in the same segment.
Measurement of the Mileage Used
The fuel test was done by the full tank-to-full tank, in which the bike was ridden in the city roads, expressway and hilly roads to give an average reading. No third party mileage booster or alterations were used in the test.
The riders also observed that gentle input of throttle, use of gears, and less violent acceleration gave the best of the mileage. The figures lowered a little on the hilly roads or the many city traffic jam cases.
Expert opinion about the mileage of Versys-X 300
When it comes to the models of ADV the Versys-X 300 is not the most fuel-efficient, but, according to the experts, it has a very high level of engine refinement, and long-range travelling chances. The twin-cylinder arrangement is more stable on a highway although it consumes more fuel as compared to its single-cylinder counterparts.
The Versys-X 300 is not a bad choice, especially regarding the comfort, smooth power delivery, and being a part of the wide service network of the manufacturer, even to the serious riders, who do put more emphasis on these factors, than mileage itself.
FAQs
Q1. How much is the actual highway mileage of Kawasaki Versys-X 300?
A1. Under practical circumstances, it achieves approximately 30 kmpl on the highways and 24-26 kmpl in the towns.
Q2. How much fuel tank provides Versys-X 300?
A2. The bike possesses the fuel capacity of 17 litres, and the total range of riding, thus, is estimated, to be around 450-470 km.
Q3. Is Versys-X300 good as a touring bike?
A3. Yes, it can be used in long touring rides since it has comfortable ergonomics, a twin cylinder engine, and a large tank.
Q4. Is it possible to make the Versys-X 300 fuel efficient?
A4. Riders are also advised to drive at constant speeds and avoid sudden acceleration as a way of maximizing their mileage, not to mention regular servicing.
Q5. Compare it to other ADVs in regard to the mileage.
A5. The Versys-X 300 is cheaper in terms of mileage than other single-cylinder ADVs such as the Royal Enfield Himalayan or the Suzuki V-Strom SX but it has a better cruising capacity on the highway.
The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 might not be a big winner in terms of mileage in the ADV segment but it remains an attractive choice to experienced riders who want performance, fine finish and easy touring. Other than this, there are better alternatives in the market that may be preferred by people only interested in fuel economy, but the Versys-X 300 provides good running, comfort and reliability levels on highway.
