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2027Kawasaki KLR650 DF
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The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF is a dark-finished version of the KLR with blacked-out hardware, a tall adjustable windscreen and ABS. Its liquid-cooled 652cc single makes 40 hp and 53 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A 23.1-litre tank and 871 mm seat suit long, rough-road trips.
- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 871 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
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?
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- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
- Torque
- 53.0 Nm (5.4 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2116 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 83.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electric CDI
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc manual clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1539 mm
- Overall length
- 2281 mm
- Overall width
- 970 mm
- Overall height
- 1465 mm
- Seat height
- 871 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 209.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 210 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular, Semi-Double Cradle
- Front suspension
- 41mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 203 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 30.0°
- Trail
- 122 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single piston. Optional ABS..
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte/ Old School Green, Pearl Crystal White/ Metallic Carbon Gray
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLR650 DF?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF has a Capacity of 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLR650 DF have?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLR650 DF have?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLR650 DF?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF has a Torque of 53.0 Nm (5.4 kgf-m or 39.1 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLR650 DF weigh?
The 2027 Kawasaki KLR650 DF has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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