2025 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Arrives in India with New Livery, Price Holds Steady

India Kawasaki Motors (IKM) has officially launched the latest iteration of its smallest adventure-tourer, the 2025 Kawasaki Versys-X 300, in the Indian market. The updated model enters the fiercely competitive entry-level ADV segment with a fresh aesthetic appeal, while notably retaining its highly attractive ex-showroom price.

The 2025 Versys-X 300, which continues to be Kawasaki’s most accessible twin-cylinder adventure machine, is priced at ₹3.49 lakh (ex-showroom). This strategic decision to keep the price point unchanged makes the package more appealing, especially for riders looking for a refined, multi-cylinder touring experience without the added cost of a full overhaul.

A Fresh Coat of Adventure: The Only Change

The most significant, and virtually only, update for the 2025 model year is purely cosmetic. The Versys-X 300 now sports a striking new colour option: Candy Lime Green and Metallic Flat Spark Black.

This dual-tone livery replaces one of the older shades and adds a sharper, more contemporary look to the adventure machine, aligning it more closely with Kawasaki’s sporty DNA. This new paint scheme will be sold alongside the existing Metallic Ocean Blue and Pearl Robotic White option, giving customers a choice between a rugged or a vibrant aesthetic. Beyond this visual tweak, the lightweight adventure-tourer remains mechanically and structurally identical to the outgoing model.

Proven Mechanicals Remain the Core

The unchanging nature of the motorcycle’s hardware is a testament to its proven capability as a dependable, smooth, long-distance runner.

• Engine: The Versys-X 300 continues to draw power from its heart—a reliable 296cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine derived from the Ninja 300. This highly refined motor is tuned to deliver a punchy 39 hp at 11,500 rpm and 26 Nm of peak torque at 10,000 rpm. Paired with a six-speed gearbox and an Assist & Slipper Clutch, the engine’s characteristic smoothness and high-revving nature ensure comfortable highway cruising and effortless gear shifts.
• Chassis and Suspension: The motorcycle retains its robust backbone frame, which is complemented by long-travel suspension—a 41mm telescopic fork up front with 130mm travel, and a Uni-Trak monoshock at the rear with 148mm travel. This setup, combined with a generous 180mm of ground clearance, offers confidence over rough patches and urban obstacles alike.
• Wheels and Brakes: It rolls on adventure-ready wire-spoke wheels (19-inch front and 17-inch rear), fitted with tube-type tyres. Braking is handled by single petal discs on both wheels, backed by dual-channel ABS for safety.

Positioning in the Segment

The decision to limit the update to a new colour and graphics package, while keeping the price stable, suggests Kawasaki is banking on the Versys-X 300’s core strengths: its refined twin-cylinder engine and comfortable, touring-focused ergonomics.

In an Indian market now populated by more feature-rich, though mostly single-cylinder, rivals like the KTM 390 Adventure and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, the Versys-X 300 maintains its unique position as the most affordable twin-cylinder adventure tourer. While it lacks modern features like TFT displays, traction control, or ride modes, its simple, analog-leaning, and mechanically sound approach appeals to a niche of riders who prioritise the legendary Japanese reliability and the distinctive smooth character of a twin-cylinder motor for long-haul touring.

Deliveries for the 2025 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 are slated to begin shortly across all authorised dealerships.