Built around Kawasaki's atv motorcycle platform, the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 features a 633 cc (38.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 80.0 x 63.0 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches) with a 9.9:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Brute Force 650 4x4 measures 294.1 kg (648 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 861 mm (33.9 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,293 mm (50.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18.17-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2009 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
861 mm (33.9 in)
Engine
Displacement633.0 ccm (38.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.9:1
Bore x Stroke80.0 x 63.0 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. (2) Keihin CVKR-D32
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDC-CDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Driveline2x4 / 4x4 shaft
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, tubular steel
Front SuspensionMacPherson / 6.7 in.
Rear SuspensionAluminum swingarm and single shock / 7.2 in.
Wheelbase1293 mm (50.9 inches)
Ground Clearance229 mm (9.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12
Rear Tyre25/10-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesDouble disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.294.1 kg (648.3 pounds)
Seat Height861 mm (33.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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