2013 Kawasaki KLR™650

Additional Comfort and Touring Features

• Urethane seat foam offers all-day comfort for long-distance riding
• Bodywork includes a large fairing for great wind protection
• Easy-to-read instrument panel is mounted to the frame and includes a large-face speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meter and water temperature gauge
• Alternator output is 17 amps, with a total capacity of 36 watts to provide ample power for the headlight as well as add-on grip heaters and other accessories

Capable Suspension

• High-mounted front fender for any adventure-touring situation
• Progressive rate provides a smooth, controlled ride
• D-section swingarm contributes to the bike’s excellent traction
• Beefy, 41 mm front fork with 7.9 inches of travel is rigid and plush enough to tackle on- and off-road terrain and provide all-day comfort to the rider
• Rear Uni-Trak® suspension features a five-way preload shock absorber with four-way rebound damping and 7.3 inches of rear wheel travel

Chassis

• Large rear cargo rack included
• Semi-double cradle frame made of high-tech, round-section, high-tensile steel
• Detachable rear subframe provides access to the rear shock, airbox and carburetor for easy maintenance

Electric Starter

• Easy and convenient starting

Engine Guard

• Protects engine from rocks and trail debris when the going gets tough

Five-speed Transmission

• O-ring drive chain for reduced maintenance and long chain service life
• The engine’s broad torque curve means only five speeds are needed for off-road sprinting and relaxed highway cruising

Four-valve Cylinder Head

• Secondary air (ASV) system helps reduce harmful exhaust emissions
• Compact combustion chamber allows increased compression ratio with less detonation yet provides maximum valve area for optimum flow
• Boosts low-end torque with sufficient power at all rpm

Front and Rear Disc Brakes

• Lightweight 280 mm front and 240 mm rear petal-style discs offer excellent braking

Fully Transistorized Ignition

• Fully transistorized ignition unit more precisely controls timing no matter how fast the rpm changes
• Long, trouble-free lifespan

Handlebar-mounted Choke

• Convenient location makes starting and warm-up easier

Key Features

• Aluminum rear cargo rack provides plenty of space for luggage
• Comfortable wind protection and 5.8-gallon fuel tank allows for long-range adventure touring
• Ultimate on- and off-road motorcycle is the best-selling dual-sport seven years in a row
• Adjustable Uni-Trak® rear suspension offers a smooth, controlled ride
• Twin-piston front disc brake and single-piston rear disc brake furnish excellent stopping power
• Durable 651 cc single-cylinder engine produces smooth, user-friendly power
• 41 mm telescopic fork supplies all-day rider comfort

Large 5.8-gallon Fuel Tank

• Generous capacity permits serious adventure touring

Lighting

• Tail light, parking light and the high-mounted turn signals improve the KLR650’s visibility at night or in poor visibility conditions
• Dual-bulb headlamp offers great night illumination

Liquid Cooling

• Allows tighter engine clearances for quieter running
• Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power during hard use
• Thin and lightweight Denso radiator fitted with a lightweight and thin cooling fan for maximum cooling efficiency, even at low speeds
• Includes a temperature gauge

Long-distance-minded 651 cc Four-stroke Single

• Light, silent cam chain contributes to a quieter engine
• Advanced piston ring design helps minimize oil consumption
• Smooth bends on the one-piece exhaust pipe permit exhaust efficiency at all rpm
• Oil-level window permits easy and accurate inspection
• Cam timing and tuning combination aid in producing a broad, user-friendly powerband
• Double engine balancer helps engine run smoothly from idle to redline for less fatigue on long rides

Strong Wheels

• 4 mm spokes provide wheel stiffness, further enhancing handling performance and improving steering response