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Kawasaki KLR 650 20082008 Kawasaki KLR 650 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
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| The new KLR650 is well suited to life on the highways, deserts, mountains or even the challenging terrain of today’s urban jungle. For 21 years, the Kawasaki KLR650 has been the smart choice for riders seeking reliable on and off-road performance. |
| General information | |
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| Motorcycle name | Kawasaki KLR 650 |
| Year of manufacture | 2008 |
| Type | Enduro / offroad |
| Price as new | US$ 5349. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.6 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 |
| Output | 36.1 HP (26.4 kW)) @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 44.3 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.7 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
| Top speed | 149.7 km/h (93.0 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 5.88 seconds |
| 1/4 mile (0.4 km) | 14.40 seconds |
| Maximum RPM | 7800 |
| Compression | 9.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CVK 40 |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital transistorized |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication (wet sump) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, cable operation |
| Driveline | Sealed Chain |
| Fuel consumption | 4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Semi-double Cradle Made of high-tech, round-section, high-tensile steel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 28.0° |
| Trail | 112 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41mm Telescopic |
| Front wheel travel | 201 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak linkage monoshock |
| Rear wheel travel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Front tire | 90/91-21 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-17 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper |
| Diameter | 280 mm (11.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper |
| Diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 175.5 kg (387.0 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 194.1 kg (428.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2057 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 883 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length | 2295 mm (90.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 206 mm (8.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1481 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 23.08 litres (6.10 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 2.50 litres (2.64 US quarts) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Red, blue, green |
| Starter | Electric |
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| Maintenance and service specs * | |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Oil filter | K & N KN-123 |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 1.00 litres (0.26 US gallons) |
| Battery | YB14L-A2 |
| Spark plugs | NGK DPR8EA-9, NGK DPR8EIX-9 |
| Idle speed | 1300 +/- 100 RPM |
| Chain size | 520 |
| Chain links | 106 |
| Sprockets | 15/43 (front/rear) |
| Tire pressure front | 22 PSI (1.5 Bar or 150 kPa) |
| Tire pressure rear | 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa) |
| Fork tube size | 38 mm (1.5 inches) |
| *) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual. | |
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