Kawasaki KLR650, 2012

 

Kawasaki KLR650, 2012

Key Features

• • Ultimate on
• • and off-road motorcycle is the best-selling dual-sport seven years in a row
• • Durable 651cc single-cylinder engine produces smooth, user-friendly power
• • Comfortable wind protection and 5.8-gallon fuel tank allows for long-range adventure touring
• • Aluminum rear cargo rack provides plenty of space for luggage
• • 41mm telescopic fork supplies all-day rider comfort
• • 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

Long-distance-minded 651cc Four-stroke Single

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

Four-valve Cylinder Head

• • 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
• • Secondary air (ASV) system helps reduce harmful exhaust emissions

Liquid Cooling

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

Fully Transistorized Ignition

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

Electric Starter
• Easy and convenient starting

Handlebar-mounted Choke
• Convenient location makes starting and warm-up easier

Five-speed Transmission

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

Capable Suspension

• • Beefy, 41mm 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
• • High-mounted front fender for any adventure-touring situation
• • Rear Uni-Trak® suspension features a five-way preload shock absorber with four-way rebound damping and 7.3 inches of rear wheel travel
• • Progressive rate provides a smooth, controlled ride
• • D-section swingarm contributes to the bike’s excellent traction

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

Chassis

• • 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
• • Large rear cargo rack included

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

Front and Rear Disc Brakes
• Lightweight 280mm front and 240mm rear petal-style discs offer excellent braking

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

Large 5.8-gallon Fuel Tank
• Generous capacity permits serious adventure touring

Additional Comfort and Touring Features

• • Bodywork includes a large fairing for great wind protection
• • 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
• • Easy-to-read instrument panel is mounted to the frame and includes a large-face speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meter and water temperature gauge
• • Urethane seat foam offers all-day comfort for long-distance riding
• • Optional extended warranty

 USA Specifications

• US MSRP Price: $6,299 USD
• Engine Four-stroke, DOHC, four-valve single
• Displacement 651cc
• Bore x Stroke 100.0 x 83.0mm
• Compression ratio 9.8:1
• Cooling System Liquid
• Carburetion Keihin CVK40
• Ignition Electric CDI
• Transmission Five-speed
• Final drive Chain
• Frame Type Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
• Rake/Trail 28 degrees / 4.4 in.
• Front suspension / wheel travel 41mm telescopic fork / 7.9 in.
• Rear suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping / 7.3 in.
• Front Tire Size 90/90x21
• Rear Tire Size 130/80x17
• Front brakes / rear brakes Single 280mm petal-type disc, two-piston caliper / Single 240mm disc, single-piston caliper
• Overall length 90.4 in.
• Overall width 37.8 in.
• Overall height 53.1 in.
• Ground clearance 8.3 in.
• Seat height 35.0 in.
• Curb weight 432 lbs.
• Fuel capacity 5.8 gal.
• Wheelbase 58.3 in.
• Color Choices TBD
• Good Times Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months