Ready for adventure? The Kawasaki KLR650 is your ultimate two-wheeled companion, built to tackle any terrain with ease. Whether you’re cruising city streets or conquering rugged backroads, its legendary durability, smooth power delivery, and versatile design make it the perfect bike for thrill-seekers and explorers. Lightweight, fuel-efficient, and packed with performance, the KLR650 delivers the freedom to go wherever the road—or no road—takes you. Get ready to ride beyond limits—your adventure starts now!
Second Generation (2008–2018)
Kawasaki KLR650
2009 KLR650
Manufacturer Kawasaki
Production 2008–2018
Assembly Rayong, Thailand (2008–2018)
Engine 652 cc single, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valves
Bore / stroke 100 mm × 83 mm (3.9 in × 3.3 in)
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Power 36.5 hp (27.2 kW) @ 6,100 rpm
Torque 35.2 lb·ft (47.7 N·m) @ 4,600 rpm
Ignition type Electric start
Fuel delivery Keihin CVK-40 constant velocity carburetor
Transmission wet, 5 speed
Suspension Front 38mm Telescoping; Rear: Uni-Trak swingarm
Brakes Front: disc
Rear: disc
Rake, trail 28°, 111 mm (4.4 in)
Wheelbase 58.3 in (1,480 mm)
Dimensions L: 2,295 mm (90.4 in)
W: 960 mm (38 in)
H: 1,350 mm (53 in)
Seat height 35 in (890 mm)
Weight 337 lb (153 kg) (dry)
432.1 lb (196.0 kg) (wet)
Fuel capacity 6.1 US gal (23 L; 5.1 imp gal)
Oil capacity 2.6 US qt (2,500 ml)
In 2008 the KLR650 was extensively redesigned compared to the minor year over year updates seen throughout the first generation. A vast majority of the changes are comfort and quality of life improvements, rather than performance-related changes.
Changes from first generation
New trim, fairings, and turn signals
New instrument panel and gauge cluster
Redesigned handlebar control switches
Twin-piston rear brake caliper (previously single piston)
Alternator upgraded to 17 A output, providing 36 additional watts
Reinforced idler-shaft lever (called the doohickey by KLR riders).[5]
Fork diameter increased from 38 to 41 mm (1.5 to 1.6 in)
New rear swingarm
Larger petal-style vented brake rotors (280mm/240mm)
Increased radiator capacity
Other minor changes were also done, such as a dual beam headlight, larger luggage rack, firmer seat and larger-diameter wheel spokes. With the numerous changes and improvements, the second generation KLR gained 16 lb (7.3 kg) of dry weight to the bike.
Incremental changes
During production of the second generation of KLR, the following changes were made:[3][4]
2009: New piston rings are thinner and have more tension, resulting in a significant reduction in oil consumption.
Mid-2011: New clutch basket with only 6 clutch plates (vs 7 since 1996). The change starts at engine number KL650AEA72320.
2014 1/2: (Mid year) The 41mm forks were upgraded to make the springs 40% firmer and to increase the firmness of the rebound damping by 27%. The Uni-Trak rear linkage suspension were upgraded to provide a 63% increase spring rate and to increase the firmness of the rebound damping by 83%. Changes to the seat were made to make it narrower with a more tapered front. The width of the rear of the seat has been increased and has become less tapered.
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