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Kawasaki KLR 650 2008

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2008 Kawasaki KLR 650

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The new KLR650 is well suited to life on the highways, deserts, mountains or even the challenging terrain of today’s urban jungle. For 21 years, the Kawasaki KLR650 has been the smart choice for riders seeking reliable on and off-road performance.

General information
Model:	Kawasaki KLR 650
Year:	2008
Category:	Enduro / offroad
Rating:	72.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP):	US$ 5349. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	651.00 ccm (39.72 cubic inches)
Engine type:	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power:	36.10 HP (26.4 kW)) @ 6200 RPM
Torque:	44.34 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.7 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Top speed:	149.7 km/h (93.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph):	5.880 seconds
1/4 mile (0.4 km):	14.400 seconds
Max RPM:	7800
Compression:	9.8:1
Bore x stroke:	100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel system:	Carburettor. Keihin CVK 40
Ignition:	Digital transistorized
Gearbox:	5-speed
Transmission type, final drive:	Chain
Fuel consumption:	4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse gases:	109.0 CO₂ g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension:	41mm Telescopic
Front suspension travel:	201 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear suspension:	Uni-Trak linkage monoshock
Rear suspension travel:	185 mm (7.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	90/91-21
Rear tyre dimensions:	130/80-17
Front brakes:	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper
Front brakes diameter:	280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc. 2-piston sliding caliper
Rear brakes diameter:	240 mm (9.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight:	175.5 kg (387.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	194.1 kg (428.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio:	0.2057 HP/kg
Seat height:	883 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance:	206 mm (8.1 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,481 mm (58.3 inches)
Fuel capacity:	23.08 litres (6.10 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:	Electric
Further information
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