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Dual-sport

KawasakiKLR650

2022-2025 · Third generation (all-new redesign) · Base / ABS

Power
40hp
@ 6,100 rpm
Torque
53Nm
@ 4,500 rpm
Weight
207kg
wet
Engine
652cc
1 cyl · Single
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Launch price (USA)USD 6,699

Kawasaki KLR650 Adventure, third-generation (2022+) model — photo by Sladewolf
Kawasaki KLR650 Adventure, third-generation (2022+) model — photo by Sladewolf · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Kawasaki KLR650 is listed for 2016-2025, in 2 versions. Category: Dual-sport. Latest version (2022-2025 · Third generation (all-new redesign) · Base / ABS): 652 cc, 40 hp, 53 Nm, and 207 kg.

Engine

Engine
652cc liquid-cooled DOHC single, fuel-injected
Displacement
652 cc
Cylinders
1
Configuration
Single
Cooling
liquid-cooled
Transmission
5-speed manual
Gears
5
Final drive
chain

Performance

Power
40 hp
Power (metric)
30 kW
Peak power at
6,100 rpm
Torque
53 Nm
Peak torque at
4,500 rpm

Chassis

Front suspension
41mm telescopic fork, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.9 in (200mm) travel
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak single shock, twin-sided swingarm, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.3 in (185mm) travel
Front tire
90/90-21
Rear tire
130/80-17

Brakes

System
Single front / single rear hydraulic disc brakes; ABS optional (standard on Traveler trim), rear ABS not defeatable
Front
Single 300mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear
Single 240mm disc, single-piston caliper

Dimensions

Weight
207 kg
Weight basis
wet (curb), non-ABS; ABS version 209 kg
Seat height
870 mm
Fuel capacity
23.1 L

Electronics

Quickshifter
No

Videos

Kawasaki KLR 650 Review | Too Much Bike for New Riders?

Sonny Brooks · 2025 · Watch on YouTube