The changes include upgraded 41mm (1.6in) forks, a new D-section swingarm, dual beam headlight, dual-piston front and rear brake calipers, upgraded cooling system, 4mm spokes, cowling and fairing redesign as well as various redesigned parts. travelRear: Single shock, adj. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kawasaki_KLR650&oldid=1135899637, Articles needing additional references from August 2009, All articles needing additional references, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using infobox motorcycle with unknown parameters, Wikipedia articles that are excessively detailed from May 2021, All articles that are excessively detailed, Wikipedia articles with style issues from May 2021, Cleanup tagged articles with a reason field from May 2021, Wikipedia pages needing cleanup from May 2021, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Front: 9.1in (231mm); Rear: 9.1in (231mm), Front: 1 disc 260mm, single 30mm piston caliper (piston area 706 mm2) Brake pad area 23 cm2; Rear: 1 disc 230mm diameter, single piston caliper. -. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You dont mess with success, and if it aint broke, dont fix it. Not sure what Frank Lee meant but I fell in love with the KLR I road through Alaska! After a 32-year run (1987-2018), Kawasaki has ceased production of the KLR650. Ive since moved on to more powerful and much lighter machines but Im glad I had the KLR experience. Ask for: Brad McCullough . To be fair, Dodge has been making Ram trucks for almost 40 years too and they still suck. Anchorage, formerly Spenard (hub of the universe), http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/klr650-only-thread.742912/, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. The bike is so perfectly modified to me that I am looking at the Versys/Ninja engine mod! By making the subframe an integrated part of the main frame, the entire chassis is stiffer, which improves stability and increases load capacity. Though far lighter than contemporary liter-class ADV bikes, compared to most dual-sport 650 singles the KLR is heavy and has less ground clearance, so it can be a handful in sand and on big hills. He also sent an adjuster from the previous model. WHat a wonderful dual sport!Sorry to see it be discontinued. Back in 1989, when we published our first comparison test featuring the KLR650, its MSRP was $3,499 ($7,164 in 2018 dollars). I do worry about thedoohickey though. The KLR650 S features a seat height of 32.1-inches vs. 34.3-inches on the KLR650. Trails in the Coconino National Forest provided the perfect opportunity to test the loaded KLR. Sorry to see it go. Short stroke MX type designs don't do this until 7k rpms , then a person shouldn't be surprised for letting a motor scream like that for long periods? Description: IN STOCK NOW AT ELYS KAWASAKI 929 E 4TH HUTCHINSON. (2009 KL650E9F) Completely thrilled that finally a black dirtbike was available and the fact that I've had KLR pics on my walls since being a teen caused a major black-out. Although the KLR is not a highway bike per se, it happily cruises at 75 mph. I was on the non-ABS version, which coped admirably, as did the side bags, which remained bone dry inside. posted: 2023-02-27 15: . Holy sh*t he was fast on that thing, often two-up. Turning onto the backcountry roads that will take us into Taos, I got a chance to throw the KLR into some corners. For 1985, the engine-starting procedure got an electric leg, and sales showed that customers liked this innovation, the first in the single-cylinder dual-sport world. On the road, however, its 651cc single was buzzy (despite having dual counterbalancers) and its front brake was woefully underpowered. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. I miss my 2012 KLR. In the October 2013 issue of Rider, Clement Salvadori wrote his Retrospective column about the 1993-1996 Kawasaki KLX650, a more powerful, more off-road-oriented spin-off of the KLR, and he summed up the icons early history: On the conservative end was the venerable KLR650, which began life as a 600 in 1984 and showed a very modern approach to dual-sporting as it had the first liquid-cooled engine, with a kickstarter and a smallish gas tank holding just three gallons. I was hoping that it would receive a fuel injection at some point. Kawasaki surprised us all a year ago when it brought back the KLR650, resurrecting the venerable adventure bike with fuel injection, updated styling, and a new one-piece frame.. For the U.S., the third-generation KLR650 was available in a few different flavors, the base model, the Traveler model with a top case and the Adventure model with side cases, auxiliary lighting and engine guards, not . The suspension is done as well as the KLX kit and Lmod. Interval: 15,000 milesFuel Delivery: DFI w/ 40mm throttle bodyLubrication System: Wet sump, 2.2 qt. You must log in or register to reply here. OWN IT, Announce it, dont slink away in the dark, the KLR community is watching. 1988: Beefed up the engine cases with extra bolts between the crank and countershaft; crank has a different part number, and may be lighter. Built for almost any terrain an adventurous rider could dream up, this dual-sport can go the distance with its rugged single-cylinder engine and incredible fuel efficiency. After spending two years on the bench, the Kawasaki KLR650 is back where it belongs, exploring the boondocks. ;-). But on the Cycle Trader website there are scads of new, 0-mile KLR650s going for less than $6,000, with some even listed for less than $5,000. Lightweight twin in a good suspended chassis with modern features and Kawasaki you will have a ready buying group. We had hoped for another update with fuel injection. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1995 Kawasaki KLR650 KLR 650 OEM SHIFTER PEDAL at the best online prices at eBay! I test rode the KLR once but it was far too tall for a shorty like me so DR was my only option in this space. I would like to buy a new bike but I want to retire without more payments. Our test ride began at the RFD-TV Ranch, where the sprawling Rocky Mountains descend into the high New Mexico plains. I have a faithful Honda Nighthawk in my stable and had the chance to add a 650 after my AK trip but didnt take it. Anything else specific to a certain year. So Kawasaki, can you beat Yamaha to the market with their much delayed T-7? It was built with a 652cc four-stroke, DOHC, dual-counterbalanced, single-cylinder, water-cooled engine. Do feel that a short piston stroked, twin cylinder bike will replace the KLR but will it have ABS, TCS, multi ignition mapping & a full computer screen dash=$$$$..? Engine Type: 4-Stroke, single cylinder, DOHC Displacement: 652cc Bore and Stroke: 100.0 x 83.0mm Compression Ratio: 9.8:1 Fuel System: DFI w/40mm Throttle Body Ignition: Cdi Transmission: 5-speed, return shift with wet multi-disc manual clutch Final Drive: Sealed Chain No matter where Ive ridden in the world, I always seem to end up on tracks like these, with a mix of sand, rubble, and gravel. Suddenly I found myself and my Honda RC51 left behind while my new group of friends hit the myriad of forest roads and trails on weekends. January 5, 2022. After putting 150k miles on those 3 bikes and not riding for a year now, this new KLR has me yearning. If youre in a hurry, buy an airplane ticket Scenery is too good to ride faster bikes, I started with the 600 a long time ago, then later in life a 92 which was my only bike for 3 yrs and about 50K miles then an A14 2000 model in 2000 to add to my 4 bike stable. ago a 2022 Adventure (non-abs). Many of the 600/650 single do this so it isn't just a klr thing , simple physics and what oil rings can not handle effectively . Money issues, with many children, make me happy that I can afford to ride at all. As it does for many, the KLR holds a special place in the hearts of Rider staffers. CALL DARRELL WITH QUESTIONS AT 620-665-8962. Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos, full description and technical specifications. It is not sold in Europe due to emission regulations. Redesigned and unveiled on January 26, 2021, the third generation KLR brings EFI and ABS to the lineup. . The KLR proved to be the best off-road bike of the three thanks to its generous low-end torque, 9.1 inches of suspension travel and comparatively low weight. And its the ultimate workhorsejust keep it shod and fed and a KLR will be your faithful companion on many adventures. Rider published its first solo test of the KLR in the November 1997 issue, written by Arden Kysely. Its name "Tengai" is a traditional Japanese saying which means "The End of The Sky.". The Kawasaki KLR650 is a 652cc (39.8cuin) dual-sport motorcycle intended for both on-road and off-road riding. That A14 saw many bikes come and go from my stable but stayed till I had to finally get off bikes due to health problems. Fond memories of my KLR El Burro Rojo! That aligned perfectly with Riders focus on touring, travel and adventure, and since the KLR has always been reasonably priced, even more so when purchased used, it also fit within the limited budgets of staffers and contributors. But the world has moved on, and as with many long-in-the-tooth motorcycles, satisfying the latest regulations is a major driving factor behind the updates to the new model. The new KLR stays true to that formula. Riding the KLR on national forest roads and trails throughout the Angeles, Los Padres and Sequoia national forests and all over the Mojave Desert reminded me of my high school days, when I would explore trails on my mountain bike. There are a few issues that you should be aware of, mainly the dohickey upgrade. The. My longest trip was when I shipped it to England and went to Russia. And how about some honest indignation about the tactics employed here? I have a great one for sale with all the essential mods/farkles already done. 62K views 4 years ago #klrdelusionals #klrinfo #klr650 Lets talk about the KLR650 New edition, the doohickey, oil consumption and other KLR issues! We use cookies to improve your experience on this website and so that ads you see online can be tailored to your online browsing interests. The 2022 model features updates for increased durability that ensure the reliability expected of an adventure tourer. ). At 5 foot 8, the KLR was waaay too high for me to enjoy. The KLR650-A was unveiled in 1987, replacing the smaller KLR600 and becoming the monster of the Japanese dual sports. Worth a look. With a twinge of sadness, I sold it to a good friendthe very same guy who led the first and many of the best rides I had on the KLR. [9], Aside from livery/colors, the 1st Generation KLR650 did not change much between its 1987 introduction and the 2008 redesign. Requiem for the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987-2018), Favorite Rides & Destinations Digital Edition, Adventure & Dual-Sport Motorcycle Reviews, Read Clement Salvadoris exploration of Californias Lost Coast, New Buell Super Cruiser to Debut at Daytona Bike Week, 2023 Indian Sport Chief | First Ride Review, 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | First Ride Review, Aerostich Pop-Up Event in Pleasanton, CA, March 21-25. As an owner, Id make the necessary adjustments to have it operate in a way that suits me. 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