Adventure Motorcycles
2025Kawasaki KLR650
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The 2025 Kawasaki KLR 650 is a versatile dual-sport motorcycle designed for adventure riders seeking reliable on and off-road capability. Powered by a liquid-cooled 652cc single-cylinder engine with fuel injection, it delivers consistent torque for varied terrain while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency. Known for its durability, affordability, and legendary reputation as a go-anywhere workhorse, the KLR 650 appeals to beginners and experienced adventurers alike.
- 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)
What’s new for the 2025 Kawasaki KLR650
vs the 2024| Spec | 2024 | 2025 |
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| Wet weight | 206.9 kg (456.1 pounds) | 209.0 kg (460.8 pounds) |
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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?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 116 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- SKAXC.652AAA-002-R01
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.94 L/100km (47.6 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 4.5 CO g/km
- 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
- Spark plugs
- NGK DPR8EA-9, NGK DPR8EIX-9
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc manual clutch
- Sprockets
- 15/43 (front/rear)
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
- Carrying capacity
- Aluminum rear carrier
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
- Fork tube size
- 38 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
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
- Tire pressure front
- 22 PSI (1.5 Bar or 150 kPa)
- Tire pressure rear
- 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa)
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.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1987 | 1997 | 2007 | 2017 | 2025 | 2027 |
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| Capacity | 652 cc | 652 cc | 651 cc | 651 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc |
| Dry weight | 153 kg | 153 kg | 153 kg | — | 189 kg | 189 kg |
| Seat height | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 871 mm | 871 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L | 23.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLR650?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR650 has a Capacity of 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLR650 have?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR650 has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLR650 have?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR650 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLR650?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR650 has a Torque of 53.0 Nm (5.4 kgf-m or 39.1 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLR650 weigh?
The 2025 Kawasaki KLR650 has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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