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General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki KLR 650
Year model
2005
Type
Enduro / offroad
Price as new US$ 5099. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating
3.8 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
651.0 ccm (39.72 cubic inches)
Type of engine
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor. Keihin CVK40
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
Electronic CDI
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle)
28.0°
Front suspension
38mm leading axle, air-adjustable fork
Rear suspension
UNI-TRAK® single-shock system
Front tire
90/90-21
Rear tire
130/80-17
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
152.9 kg (337.0 pounds)
Seat height
889 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1346 mm (53.0 inches)
Overall width
940 mm (37.0 inches)
Ground clearance
239 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheelbase
1496 mm (58.9 inches)
Fuel capacity
23.08 litres (6.10 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Aztec Red
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