2015 Kawasaki KLR 650

Kawasaki KLR 650 2015


2015 Kawasaki KLR 650 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
That the Kawasaki KLR™650 dual purpose motorcycle has remained firmly atop the sales charts in the dual-sport category for nearly a decade is no surprise. Designed from the very beginning to be rugged, fuel efficient and capable of carrying enough cargo to make a pack mule jealous, the KLR also provides effective wind protection for increased long-distance comfort, making it an unbeatable value for adventure-minded riders seeking to follow the horizon wherever it leads.

General information
Motorcycle name Kawasaki KLR 650
Model year 2015
Category Super motard
Price as newUS$ 6599. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.7  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 651.0 ccm (39.72 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Compression 9.8:1
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 Electric CDI
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle) 28.0°
Trail 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension 41mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel 201 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear suspension Uni-Trak single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping
Rear wheel travel 185 mm (7.3 inches)
Front tire 90/90-21
Rear tire 130/80-17
Front brakes Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 196.0 kg (432.0 pounds)
Seat height 889 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1349 mm (53.1 inches)
Overall length 2296 mm (90.4 inches)
Overall width 960 mm (37.8 inches)
Ground clearance 211 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 23.09 litres (6.10 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Candy Lime Green/Ebony, Metallic Flat Raw Graystone/Ebony, Pearl Stardust White/Ebony
Starter Electric
Factory warranty 12 Months
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