Kawasaki KLR650
- Production years
- 2009–2016
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI KLR650 (2022-Present)
Selected year: 2016
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 651 cm³
- Power
- 42 hp (31 kW)
- Wet weight
- 196 kg
- Seat height
- 889 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki KLR650 is a dual-sport motorcycle from the KLR 650 family, produced from 2009 to 2016. The 2016 model has a 651.0 cm³ single-cylinder, four-stroke engine rated at 42 hp (31 kW), and weighs 196.0 kg wet.
Its 889 mm seat is tall, which can make getting both feet down harder for shorter riders. A 211 mm ground clearance and 201 mm front and 185 mm rear wheel travel suit uneven surfaces, while the rear shock’s five-way preload and stepless rebound damping let riders tune its response. The 23.10-liter tank and estimated fuel consumption of 3.45 L/100 km give a calculated full-tank range of about 670 km.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 83.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 651 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- Electric CDI
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet
- Oil capacity
- 2.5 L
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 81 g/km CO₂
- Epa co emissions
- 6.1 CO g/km
- Epa est fuel consumption
- 3.45 L/100 km
- Power
- 42 hp (31 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2399 HP/kg (dry)
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc manual clutch
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 175.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23.1 L
- Ground clearance
- 211 mm
- Overall height
- 1,349 mm
- Overall length
- 2,296 mm
- Overall width
- 960 mm
- Seat height
- 889 mm
- Wet weight
- 196 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,481 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 201 mm
- Rake
- 28.0°
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping
- Rear wheel travel
- 185 mm
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 280 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Candy Lime Green, Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2010
Power: 36 hp (27 kW) → 42 hp (31 kW); Wet weight: 194.1 kg → 196 kg; Seat height: 883 mm → 889 mm
2011
Power: 42 hp (31 kW) → 40 hp (30 kW); Fuel capacity: 23.1 L → 22 L
2012
Power: 40 hp (30 kW) → 42 hp (31 kW); Fuel capacity: 22 L → 23.1 L
2013
Power: 42 hp (31 kW) → 40 hp (30 kW)
2014
Power: 40 hp (30 kW) → 42 hp (31 kW)
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 651 cm³ | 651 cm³ | 651 cm³ | 651 cm³ | 651 cm³ | 651 cm³ |
| Power | 40 hp (30 kW) | 42 hp (31 kW) | 40 hp (30 kW) | 42 hp (31 kW) | 42 hp (31 kW) | 42 hp (31 kW) |
| Torque | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wet weight | 196 kg | 196 kg | 196 kg | 196 kg | 196 kg | 196 kg |
| Seat height | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Long fuel range
The calculated range of about 670 km can mean fewer fuel stops on a long ride.
Suspension adjustability
Five-way preload and stepless rebound damping at the rear allow adjustment for different loads and riding conditions.
Room for rough surfaces
The 211 mm ground clearance and substantial suspension travel help it handle uneven terrain.
Things to consider
Tall seat
At 889 mm, the seat may make it difficult for shorter riders to plant their feet securely at stops.
Heavy at walking pace
Its 196.0 kg wet weight takes more effort to manage during slow, tight maneuvers.
Chain upkeep
The chain final drive needs cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment over time.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier
Plan to use a one-foot stop and test the motorcycle before buying.
Seat height
889 mm
Approx. loaded height
859 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 23.1 L at 6 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
385 km
With 10% reserve
347 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2016 Kawasaki KLR650 have?
It has a 651.0 cm³ single-cylinder, four-stroke engine rated at 42 hp (31 kW).
What is the 2016 KLR650’s fuel economy and range?
Estimated fuel consumption is 3.45 L/100 km, with a calculated full-tank range of about 670 km from its 23.10-liter tank.
How tall is the seat on the 2016 Kawasaki KLR650?
The seat height is 889 mm.
How much ground clearance and suspension travel does the 2016 KLR650 have?
It has 211 mm of ground clearance, with 201 mm of front travel and 185 mm of rear travel.
