Adventure Motorcycles
2005Kawasaki KLR 650
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The 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650 is a versatile single-cylinder enduro designed for adventure riders seeking reliable off-road capability with street-legal practicality. Its lightweight 651cc liquid-cooled engine and manageable 889mm seat height make it accessible for intermediate riders tackling both trails and highways. Best known for durability and value, the KLR 650 became an iconic dual-sport for budget-conscious adventurers worldwide.
- Capacity
- 651.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 152.9 kg
- Seat height
- 889 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP
What’s new for the 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches) | 651.0 ccm (39.73 cubic inches) |
| Power | 48 HP (35.8 kW) | 40.0 HP |
| Torque | 47.00 | not listed |
| Weight | 153 kg (337.3 pounds) | 152.9 kg (337.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | — | 889 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 23.10 litres (6.10 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | — | 38mm leading axle, air-adjustable fork |
| Rear suspension | — | UNI-TRAK® single-shock system |
| Front brakes | — | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | — | Single disc |
| Wheelbase | — | 1496 mm (58.9 inches) |
| Compression | — | 9.5:1 |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a rugged, affordable dual-sport for long-distance overlanding, gravel roads, and light off-road exploration rather than outright speed or cornering precision.
- Built for
- A rider who values reliability, simplicity, and go-anywhere capability over performance, and who enjoys a slow-and-steady, torque-driven riding style.
- Not ideal for
- This bike is not for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, high-speed highway comfort, or track-day thrills.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 651.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP
- Engine type
- Single single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2616 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 83.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic CDI
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc manual clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1496 mm
- Overall width
- 940 mm
- Overall height
- 1346 mm
- Seat height
- 889 mm
- Dry weight
- 152.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 239 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 38mm leading axle, air-adjustable fork
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® single-shock system
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Other
- Color options
- Aztec Red
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1987 | 1996 | 2005 | 2006 | 2017 | 2026 |
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| Capacity | 652.00 ccm (39.79 cubic inches) | 651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches) | 651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches) | 651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches) | 651.0 ccm (39.73 cubic inches) | 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | — | 168.0 kg (370.4 pounds) | 152.9 kg (337.0 pounds) | 152.9 kg (337.0 pounds) | — | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) |
| Seat height | — | 870 mm (34.3 inches) | 889 mm (35.0 inches) | 889 mm (35.0 inches) | 889 mm (35.0 inches) | 871 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 23.00 litres (6.08 gallons) | — | 23.08 litres (6.10 gallons) | 23.08 litres (6.10 gallons) | 23.09 litres (6.10 gallons) | 23.09 litres (6.10 US gallons) |
| Color options | — | — | Aztec Red | Kawasaki Lime Green, Aztec Red | Candy Persimmon Red, Metallic Matte Carbon Gray, Matrix Camo Gray | Metallic Matte/ Old School Green, Pearl Crystal White/ Metallic Carbon Gray |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLR 650?
The 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650 has a Capacity of 651.0 ccm (39.73 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLR 650 have?
The 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650 has a Power of 40.0 HP.
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLR 650 have?
The 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLR 650 weigh?
The 2005 Kawasaki KLR 650 has a Dry weight of 152.9 kg (337.1 pounds).
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