Kawasaki KLR 650 - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

2008

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Year	2008
Model	Kawasaki KLR 650

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Starter	Electric
Ignition	Digital transistorized
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Carburettor. Keihin CVK 40
Bore x stroke	100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Compression	9.8:1
Max RPM	7800
Torque	44.34
Power	36.10
Stroke	4
Engine type	Single cylinder
Capacity:	651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance	206 mm (8.1 inches)
Seat height	883 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	194.1 kg (428.0 pounds)
Dry weight	175.5 kg (387.0 pounds)
Kawasaki KLR 650 dimensions and frame
Rear brakes diameter	240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper
Front brakes diameter	280 mm (11.0 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper
Rear tyre dimensions	130/80-17
Front tyre dimensions	90/91-21
Rear suspension travel	185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear suspension	Uni-Trak linkage monoshock
Front suspension travel	201 mm (7.9 inches)
Front suspension	41mm Telescopic
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.2057 HP/kg
1/4 mile (0.4 km)	14.400 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	5.880 seconds
Top speed	149.7 km/h (93.0 mph)

Other specs
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)	4.70 litres (1.24 gallons)
Fuel capacity	23.08 litres (6.10 gallons)