1989Kawasaki KLR 600 E

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The 1989 Kawasaki KLR 600 E is a lightweight enduro designed for adventure riders seeking dual-sport capability. Its 564cc single-cylinder engine delivers practical off-road performance with manageable power and excellent fuel efficiency. Known for rugged reliability and versatility, it excels at combining street riding with serious trail exploration at an accessible weight.

Capacity: 564.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 163.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 42.0 HP (30.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM

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Other years 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering55%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring50%

Two-up30%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily for green-laning, trail riding, and rugged commuting rather than outright speed or highway cruising.
Built for: An honest, no-frills dual-sport with a thumping single-cylinder engine that delivers modest but usable power in a simple, rugged package.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained high-speed motorway touring, plush comfort, or two-up long-distance travel.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 564.0 ccm
Power: 42.0 HP (30.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2577 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 96.0 x 78.0 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 151.0 km/h (93.8 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight: 163.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 11.50 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes: Expanding brake
Front tyre: 90/90-21
Rear tyre: 130/80-17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification	1984	1986	1987	1989	1990
Capacity	564.00 ccm (34.42 cubic inches)	564.00 ccm (34.42 cubic inches)	564.00 ccm (34.42 cubic inches)	564.00 ccm (34.42 cubic inches)	564.00 ccm (34.42 cubic inches)
Fuel capacity	11.50 litres (3.04 gallons)	11.60 litres (3.06 gallons)	11.60 litres (3.06 gallons)	11.50 litres (3.04 gallons)	11.50 litres (3.04 gallons)