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<\/div>Overview<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\nKawasaki\u2019s KLR650 offers adventure-touring in an accessible package. This long-running model features a 650cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a five-speed transmission and fuel injection. Designed to be ridden near or far, the KLR650 has accommodations for luggage, a passenger, and offers plenty of wind protection from its fairing and windscreen. A large, 21-inch front wheel with dual-purpose tire and 7.9 inches of suspension travel make the KLR650 suitable for off-road riding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nOn the Cycle World dyno, the 2023 Kawasaki KLR650 S (lower-seat-height variant with designated suspension tuning) produced 36.9 hp at 6,080 rpm and 35.4 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,590 rpm. Measured curb weight was recorded at 464 pounds on our automotive scales. With no changes to the engine, expect all of the KLR models to produce similar power figures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nKawasaki\u2019s KLR650 is not a performance or feature-rich adventure bike. It\u2019s relatively heavy, produces modest power figures, and rider aids are limited to ABS. But its manageable engine, capable chassis, and comfortable ergonomics make the KLR650 a viable option for commuting, touring, and off-road riding. It is the stone hammer of ADV motorcycles; it may not be pretty, but it is known to be a reliable around-the-world traveler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/div>Equipped with off-road components, the KLR650 is at home in the dirt.<\/span>Kawasaki<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Pricing and Variants<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\nThe 2024 Kawasaki KLR650 is available in three variants: KLR650 (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 S (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 Adventure ABS ($8,199).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/div>Kawasaki offers the KLR650 in an Adventure package. The Adventure model comes equipped with additional features such as side cases, fog lamps, frame sliders, a tank pad, a DC socket, and an optional USB socket.<\/span>Kawasaki<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\nCompetition<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 News and Reviews<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Claimed Specs<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSRP:<\/td>\n $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEngine:<\/td>\n DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nDisplacement:<\/td>\n 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBore x Stroke:<\/td>\n 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nCompression Ratio:<\/td>\n 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTransmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel System:<\/td>\n DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nClutch:<\/td>\n Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFrame:<\/td>\n Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Suspension:<\/td>\n 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Suspension:<\/td>\n Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Brake:<\/td>\n 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Brake:<\/td>\n 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRake\/Trail:<\/td>\n 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheelbase:<\/td>\n 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGround Clearance:<\/td>\n 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSeat Height:<\/td>\n 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel Capacity:<\/td>\n 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWet Weight:<\/td>\n 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nContact:<\/td>\n kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Kawasaki\u2019s KLR650 offers adventure-touring in an accessible package. This long-running model features a 650cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a five-speed transmission and fuel injection. Designed to be ridden near or far, the KLR650 has accommodations for luggage, a passenger, and offers plenty of wind protection from its fairing and windscreen. A large, 21-inch front wheel with dual-purpose tire and 7.9 inches of suspension travel make the KLR650 suitable for off-road riding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
On the Cycle World dyno, the 2023 Kawasaki KLR650 S (lower-seat-height variant with designated suspension tuning) produced 36.9 hp at 6,080 rpm and 35.4 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,590 rpm. Measured curb weight was recorded at 464 pounds on our automotive scales. With no changes to the engine, expect all of the KLR models to produce similar power figures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
Kawasaki\u2019s KLR650 is not a performance or feature-rich adventure bike. It\u2019s relatively heavy, produces modest power figures, and rider aids are limited to ABS. But its manageable engine, capable chassis, and comfortable ergonomics make the KLR650 a viable option for commuting, touring, and off-road riding. It is the stone hammer of ADV motorcycles; it may not be pretty, but it is known to be a reliable around-the-world traveler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
<\/div>2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Pricing and Variants<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\nThe 2024 Kawasaki KLR650 is available in three variants: KLR650 (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 S (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 Adventure ABS ($8,199).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n<\/div>Kawasaki offers the KLR650 in an Adventure package. The Adventure model comes equipped with additional features such as side cases, fog lamps, frame sliders, a tank pad, a DC socket, and an optional USB socket.<\/span>Kawasaki<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\nCompetition<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 News and Reviews<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Claimed Specs<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSRP:<\/td>\n $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEngine:<\/td>\n DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nDisplacement:<\/td>\n 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBore x Stroke:<\/td>\n 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nCompression Ratio:<\/td>\n 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTransmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel System:<\/td>\n DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nClutch:<\/td>\n Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFrame:<\/td>\n Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Suspension:<\/td>\n 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Suspension:<\/td>\n Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Brake:<\/td>\n 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Brake:<\/td>\n 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRake\/Trail:<\/td>\n 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheelbase:<\/td>\n 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGround Clearance:<\/td>\n 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSeat Height:<\/td>\n 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel Capacity:<\/td>\n 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWet Weight:<\/td>\n 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nContact:<\/td>\n kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
The 2024 Kawasaki KLR650 is available in three variants: KLR650 (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 S (non-ABS, $6,899; ABS, $7,199), KLR650 Adventure ABS ($8,199).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
<\/div>Competition<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 News and Reviews<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Claimed Specs<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSRP:<\/td>\n $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEngine:<\/td>\n DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nDisplacement:<\/td>\n 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBore x Stroke:<\/td>\n 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nCompression Ratio:<\/td>\n 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTransmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel System:<\/td>\n DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nClutch:<\/td>\n Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFrame:<\/td>\n Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Suspension:<\/td>\n 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Suspension:<\/td>\n Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Brake:<\/td>\n 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Brake:<\/td>\n 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRake\/Trail:<\/td>\n 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheelbase:<\/td>\n 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGround Clearance:<\/td>\n 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSeat Height:<\/td>\n 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel Capacity:<\/td>\n 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWet Weight:<\/td>\n 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nContact:<\/td>\n kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
2024 Kawasaki KLR650 News and Reviews<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Claimed Specs<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSRP:<\/td>\n $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEngine:<\/td>\n DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nDisplacement:<\/td>\n 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBore x Stroke:<\/td>\n 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nCompression Ratio:<\/td>\n 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTransmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel System:<\/td>\n DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nClutch:<\/td>\n Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFrame:<\/td>\n Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Suspension:<\/td>\n 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Suspension:<\/td>\n Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Brake:<\/td>\n 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Brake:<\/td>\n 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRake\/Trail:<\/td>\n 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheelbase:<\/td>\n 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGround Clearance:<\/td>\n 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSeat Height:<\/td>\n 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel Capacity:<\/td>\n 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWet Weight:<\/td>\n 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nContact:<\/td>\n kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
2024 Kawasaki KLR650 Claimed Specs<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSRP:<\/td>\n $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEngine:<\/td>\n DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nDisplacement:<\/td>\n 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBore x Stroke:<\/td>\n 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nCompression Ratio:<\/td>\n 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTransmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel System:<\/td>\n DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nClutch:<\/td>\n Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFrame:<\/td>\n Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Suspension:<\/td>\n 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Suspension:<\/td>\n Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFront Brake:<\/td>\n 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRear Brake:<\/td>\n 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nTires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRake\/Trail:<\/td>\n 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWheelbase:<\/td>\n 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGround Clearance:<\/td>\n 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSeat Height:<\/td>\n 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nFuel Capacity:<\/td>\n 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWet Weight:<\/td>\n 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nContact:<\/td>\n kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
| MSRP:<\/td>\n | $6,899 \/ $7,199 (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Engine:<\/td>\n | DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Displacement:<\/td>\n | 652cc<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Bore x Stroke:<\/td>\n | 100.0 x 83.0mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Compression Ratio:<\/td>\n | 9.8:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Transmission\/Final Drive:<\/td>\n | 5-speed\/chain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Fuel System:<\/td>\n | DFI w\/ 40mm throttle body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Clutch:<\/td>\n | Wet, multiplate; cable operation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Frame:<\/td>\n | Tubular, semi-double cradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Front Suspension:<\/td>\n | 41mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Rear Suspension:<\/td>\n | Uni-Trak single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 8.0 in. travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Front Brake:<\/td>\n | 2-piston calipers, 300mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Rear Brake:<\/td>\n | 1-piston floating caliper, 240mm disc (w\/ ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Wheels, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n | Spoked; 21 in.\/17 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Tires, Front\/Rear:<\/td>\n | 90\/90-21 \/ 130\/80-17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Rake\/Trail:<\/td>\n | 30.0\u00b0\/4.8 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Wheelbase:<\/td>\n | 60.6 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Ground Clearance:<\/td>\n | 8.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Seat Height:<\/td>\n | 34.3 in.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Fuel Capacity:<\/td>\n | 6.1 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Wet Weight:<\/td>\n | 456 lb. \/ 461 lb. (ABS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Contact:<\/td>\n | kawasaki.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n |