At the heart of the 2006 Kawasaki KLR 650 super motard motorcycle, Kawasaki relies on a 651 cc (39.7 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KLR 650 measures 152.9 kg (337 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 889 mm (35 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,496 mm (58.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 23.08-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 29 indexed model years from 1987 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
889 mm (35 in)
Engine
Displacement651.0 ccm (39.72 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK40
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic CDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake28.0°
Front Suspension38mm leading axle, air-adjustable preload / 9.1 in.
Rear SuspensionUNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 5-way preload and 4-way rebound damping / 9.1 in.
Wheelbase1496 mm (58.9 inches)
Ground Clearance239 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-x21
Rear Tyre130/80-x17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight152.9 kg (337.0 pounds)
Seat Height889 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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