Any comments on the klx 400? are they good bikes? and compared to a 250? Can we ride together about on the same trails?

Thank you.

 

The KLX400 is actually a green DRZ400, Kawasaki just puts their name on it. Like many here, I considered the DRZ before I bought the KLX. I wanted something a little lighter for the Florida sand, but everyone has there reasons.

 

Yep, the DRZ400S/KLX400 (repeat of the above: these are the exact same bike) is the logical alternative to the KLX250S-- actually, it is the first thought because it has been around for years, is well known/owned, and has tons of aftermarket support.

Many say that the drz400S is still a little too heavy for offroad. The release of the KLX250S was exciting because of the approx. 30 lbs less weight. Apparently, those that choose the KLX250S appreciate the weight savings more than they care about giving up the power difference, and those that choose the DRZ400S appreciate the power difference more than the extra 30ish lbs.

I have a 650 thumper also, which can be considered larger, more comfy at high speed/distance, more power, but pretty heavy/tiring for offroad. For me, a DRZ400S would be a little "too close" to the 650 -- but the KLX250S is a nicer difference.

Yes of course they are fairly close to each other and can ride together. For that matter, any bikes can ride together. Haven't you all seen the story of the guy who rode all over the world offroad (including through thousands of miles of sand/mud through Africa, etc.) on an old Goldwing?!