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{{Motorcycle | {{Motorcycle | ||
|name = | |name = Kawasaki KL650E KLR650 | ||
|photo = klr650.jpg | |photo = Kawasaki-klr650-2012-2012-2.jpg | ||
|aka = KLR650 | |aka = KLR650 | ||
|manufacturer = | |manufacturer = Kawasaki | ||
|parent_company = | |parent_company = | ||
|production = | |production = 2008 - 2019 | ||
|predecessor = [[Kawasaki | |predecessor = [[Kawasaki KL650A]] | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = | |class = Dual purpose | ||
|engine = single cylinder, four-stroke | |engine = 651[[cc]] single cylinder, [[four-stroke]], [[liquid-cooled]] | ||
|bore_stroke = 100.0mm x 83.0mm | |bore_stroke = 100.0mm x 83.0mm | ||
|compression = 9.8:1 | |compression = 9.8:1 | ||
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|fuel_system = carburetor. [[keihin]] cvk40 | |fuel_system = carburetor. [[keihin]] cvk40 | ||
|ignition = electric cdi | |ignition = electric cdi | ||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR8EA-9}} | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR8EA-9}} <ref name="owners">{{cite book|title=2015 Kawasaki KLR650 owners manual|publisher=Kawasaki}}</ref> | ||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}} '87 , '88-07 | |battery = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}} '87 , '88-07 | ||
|transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | |transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | ||
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|wet_weight = 196.0 kg | |wet_weight = 196.0 kg | ||
|fuel_capacity = 6.1 Gallon (23.09 Liters) | |fuel_capacity = 6.1 Gallon (23.09 Liters) | ||
|oil_capacity = 2. | |oil_capacity = 2.1 L (2.2 US qt) <ref name="owners" /> | ||
|recommended_oil = K-tech 10W-40 | |recommended_oil = K-tech 10W-40 | ||
|oil_filter = K&N KN-123 | |oil_filter = K&N KN-123 | ||
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|related = [[Kawasaki KL250D]] | |related = [[Kawasaki KL250D]] | ||
|competition = [[Suzuki DR650]], [[Aprilia Pegaso 650ie]], [[BMW F650]], [[Honda XR650L]] | |competition = [[Suzuki DR650]], [[Aprilia Pegaso 650ie]], [[BMW F650]], [[Honda XR650L]] | ||
|manuals = [[:File:2014 Kawasaki KLR650 owners manual.pdf]]<br />[[:File:2015 Kawasaki KLR650 owners.pdf|2015 Kawasaki KLR650 owners manual]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] KLR650''' was a single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] Enduro [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1987 and 2018. It could reach a top speed of 93 mph (149 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 4500 RPM. | The '''[[Kawasaki]] KLR650''' was a single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] Enduro [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1987 and 2018. It could reach a top speed of 93 mph (149 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 4500 RPM. | ||
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==2008 KLR650== | |||
<gallery mode='packed-hover'> | |||
File:2008-KAWASAKI-KLR650-BLUESILVER.jpg|left|thumb|2008 KAWASAKI KLR650 in Blue/Silver | |||
File:2008-Kawasaki-KLR650-in-red.jpg|left|thumb|2008 Kawasaki KLR650 in red | |||
File:2008-Kawasaki-KLR650-in-Blue-luggage-rack.jpg|left|thumb|2008 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue luggage rack | |||
File:2008_klr650_blue.jpg|left|thumb|2008 KLR650 blue | |||
File:2008_klr650_green.jpg|left|thumb|2008 KLR650 green | |||
File:2008_klr650_red.jpg|left|thumb|2008 KLR650 red | |||
</gallery> | |||
*Front suspension travel reduced from 9.1 to 7.9 in | |||
*Redesigned UNI-TRAK® linkage reduces sag and reduces travel from 8.1 to 7.3 in | |||
*New 280mm petal-style front brake rotor | |||
*New rear brake caliper | |||
*Larger rear luggage rack that’s 3.5 in. longer and 5.1 in. wider | |||
*Revised seat design and new urethane foam for greater long-distance comfort | |||
*Improved throttle response from a new throttle position sensor | |||
*Redesigned cylinder head /w new intake porting for greater low-end torque | |||
*[[Media:2008-Kawasaki-KL650E8F-Spec-sheet.pdf|2008 Kawasaki KL650E8F Spec Sheet]] | |||
==2009 - 2017 Kawasaki KLR 650== | ==2009 - 2017 Kawasaki KLR 650== | ||
[[File:kawasaki-klr650-2009-2017-4.jpg|600px|2009 - 2017 Kawasaki KLR 650]] | [[File:kawasaki-klr650-2009-2017-4.jpg|600px|2009 - 2017 Kawasaki KLR 650]] | ||
The Kawasaki KLR650 is a dual-purpose motorcycle intended for use on both paved and unpaved roads. It has been a long-standing model in Kawasaki's lineup, having been introduced in 1987 and remaining almost unchanged through the 2007 model. Kawasaki, in releasing the much-anticipated 2008 model, introduced the first significant redesign of the KLR650 since its inception. The KLR650 is heavier than specialized off-road dirt bikes, but it can handle most conditions when ridden carefully by a skilled rider. Its 4-stroke DOHC dual-counter balanced, single-cylinder, water-cooled engine develops a claimed 44 hp (33 kW) at the crank; typical measurements at the rear wheel are 35 horsepower (26 kW). Typical fuel economy is 45 to 60 miles per U.S. gallon (3.9 to 4.7 L/100 km). It has a claimed 6.1 gallon (23 litre) fuel tank and a top speed of approximately 105 mph (160 km/h). The KLR is widely used as an inexpensive adventure/touring bike. The addition of luggage and personalized modifications (GPS, heated handgrips, larger windscreens) make it more functional on long trips. | The Kawasaki KLR650 is a dual-purpose motorcycle intended for use on both paved and unpaved roads. It has been a long-standing model in Kawasaki's lineup, having been introduced in 1987 and remaining almost unchanged through the 2007 model. Kawasaki, in releasing the much-anticipated 2008 model, introduced the first significant redesign of the KLR650 since its inception. The KLR650 is heavier than specialized off-road dirt bikes, but it can handle most conditions when ridden carefully by a skilled rider. Its 4-stroke DOHC dual-counter balanced, single-cylinder, water-cooled engine develops a claimed 44 hp (33 kW) at the crank; typical measurements at the rear wheel are 35 horsepower (26 kW). Typical fuel economy is 45 to 60 miles per U.S. gallon (3.9 to 4.7 L/100 km). It has a claimed 6.1 gallon (23 litre) fuel tank and a top speed of approximately 105 mph (160 km/h). The KLR is widely used as an inexpensive adventure/touring bike. The addition of luggage and personalized modifications (GPS, heated handgrips, larger windscreens) make it more functional on long trips. | ||
==2012 Kawasaki KLR650== | ==2012 Kawasaki KLR650== | ||
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The new Kawasaki KLR 650 is a dual-purpose bike, the bikes from which adventure bikes were spawned. If adventure bikes are dual-purpose tourers, then the KLR 650 is a dual-purpose go for a ride, and let it take you somewhere fun bike. Not a full-fledged tourer, but as on-road/off-road capable as a dual-purpose bike can be. | The new Kawasaki KLR 650 is a dual-purpose bike, the bikes from which adventure bikes were spawned. If adventure bikes are dual-purpose tourers, then the KLR 650 is a dual-purpose go for a ride, and let it take you somewhere fun bike. Not a full-fledged tourer, but as on-road/off-road capable as a dual-purpose bike can be. | ||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|KL650A]] | [[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|KL650A]] | ||