2010Kawasaki KLR650

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The 2010 Kawasaki KLR650 is a rugged, simple dual-sport bike loved by long-distance adventurers. Its liquid-cooled 651cc single makes 42.1 hp through a five-speed gearbox and chain. An 889 mm seat, 196 kg wet weight and huge 23.1-litre tank give it a long range.

Capacity: 651.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 152.9 kg
Seat height: 889 mm
Power: 42.1 HP (31.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2010 Kawasaki KLR650

vs the 2009

Spec	2009	2010
Power	36.1 HP (26.9 kW)	42.1 HP (31.4 kW)
Torque	44.3 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.7 ft.lbs)	not listed
Top speed	149.7 km/h (93.0 mph)	not listed
Dry weight	175.5 kg (386.9 pounds)	152.9 kg (337.1 pounds)
Front suspension	41mm Telescopic	41mm telescopic fork / 7.9 in.
Rear suspension	Uni-Trak linkage monoshock	UNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping / 7.3 in.
Front brakes	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper	Single disc
Rear brakes	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper	Single disc

Other years 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail80%

Cornering40%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring65%

Two-up45%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily as an adventure and dual-sport tourer that prioritizes durability and off-road capability over outright speed.
Built for: A rugged, no-frills workhorse with a torquey low-rpm single that rewards patience and mechanical simplicity over performance thrills.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering performance, high top speed, or a plush, sport-touring style ride.

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

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 889mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2010 Kawasaki KLR650, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 651.0 ccm
Power: 42.1 HP (31.4 kW)
EPA Certificate No.: AKAXC.651AAB-005
EPA CO Emissions: 6.1 CO g/km
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2753 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Fully transistorized
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
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: 1481 mm
Overall length: 2296 mm
Overall width: 960 mm
Overall height: 1349 mm
Seat height: 889 mm
Dry weight: 152.9 kg
Wet weight: 196.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.10 litres
Ground clearance: 211 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Front suspension: 41mm telescopic fork / 7.9 in.
Rear suspension: UNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping / 7.3 in.
Front wheel travel: 201 mm
Rear wheel travel: 185 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 280 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 90/90-21
Rear tyre: 130/80-17

Other

Color options: Ebony, Sunbeam Red, Oriental Blue

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	1997	2007	2010	2017	2027
Capacity	652 cc	652 cc	651 cc	651 cc	651 cc	652 cc
Dry weight	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg	—	189 kg
Seat height	889 mm	889 mm	889 mm	889 mm	889 mm	871 mm
Fuel capacity	23 L	23 L	23.1 L	23.1 L	23.1 L	23.1 L