Kawasaki KL V 1000

Production years: 2004–2008
Brand: Kawasaki

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Selected year: 2008

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 996 cm³
Power: 98 hp (73 kW)
Dry weight: 208 kg
Seat height: 840 mm

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Overview

The Kawasaki KL V 1000 is an adventure motorcycle produced from 2004 to 2008. The 2008 model uses a liquid-cooled, 996 cm³ four-stroke parallel twin producing 98 hp (73 kW), with a dry weight of 208 kg; torque is not included here.

Its 840 mm seat places the rider relatively high, while the 208 kg dry weight can take more effort to manage at walking pace. Both ends of the suspension offer adjustment, so riders can tune spring preload and rear rebound damping; the 22-liter tank provides room for fuel on longer rides, and the chain final drive needs routine cleaning and adjustment.

Specifications

Engine

Engine capacity: 996 cm³
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Performance and transmission

Power: 98 hp (73 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.4712 HP/kg (dry)
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 208 kg
Fuel capacity: 22 L
Overall height: 1,395 mm
Overall length: 2,295 mm
Overall width: 910 mm
Seat height: 840 mm
Wheelbase: 1,539 mm

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension: 43 mm cartridge fork, fully adjustable spring preload
Rear suspension: Bottom-Link, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring reload

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

Model years

No recorded specification changes between model years.

Specification
Engine capacity	996 cm³	996 cm³	996 cm³	996 cm³	996 cm³
Power	98 hp (73 kW)	98 hp (73 kW)	98 hp (73 kW)	98 hp (73 kW)	98 hp (73 kW)
Dry weight	207 kg	207 kg	207 kg	207 kg	208 kg
Seat height	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Adjustable suspension
Preload adjustment at both ends and adjustable rear rebound damping let riders tailor the suspension to their load and road conditions.
Large fuel tank
The 22-liter tank carries a substantial amount of fuel for longer rides between stops.
19-inch front wheel
The 110/80-R19 front tire gives the bike a larger-diameter front wheel suited to riding over uneven surfaces.

Things to consider

Tall seat
At 840 mm, the seat may make it harder for shorter riders to put both feet down securely.
Weight at low speed
Its 208 kg dry weight takes more effort to maneuver at walking pace, especially when stationary or turning tightly.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 840 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 840 mm

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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

Balls of both feet likely down

You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.

Seat height

840 mm

Approx. loaded height

810 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.