Kawasaki KL650A

**Kawasaki KLR650**
	Kawasaki KLR650
Predecessor	none
Successor	KLR650 (E)
Engine	Single Cylinder, Water Cooled, Four-Stroke, DOHC, 4 valves
Compression ratio	9.5 : 1
Battery	YB14L-A2
Suspension	Telescoping fork, Uni-Trak swingarm
Length	2165
Width	?
Height	?
Weight
Manuals	Service Manual
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Kawasaki KL650A
Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Also called	, KLR650
Production	87-07
Engine	650cc
Sparkplug	DP9EA-9 '87 , '88-07
Battery	YB14L-A2 '87 , '88-07
Front Tire	3.00-21 '87; 90/90-21 '88-07
Rear Tire	'87; 130/80-17 '88-07
Manuals	Service Manual
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The Kawasaki KL650A is a motorcycle produced by Kawasaki from 1987 to 2007.

The Kawasaki KLR650 is a long standing model in Kawasaki's lineup, as it was introduced in 1987 and is almost unchanged as of 2005. The KLR is a dual-sport motorcycle intended for use on both paved and unpaved roads. This motorcycle is heavier than specialized off-road dirt bikes, but it can handle most conditions when ridden carefully. Its counterbalanced, single-cylinder, water-cooled engine develops 44 peak bhp and can maintain speeds in excess of 80 mph (130 km/h). Typical fuel economy is 50 to 60 miles per U.S. gallon (3.9 to 4.7 L/100 km). It has a 6.1 gallon (23 litre) fuel tank and a top speed of over 100 mph (160 km/h). This motorcycle is commonly described as being useful for all types of motorcycling, without being particularly good at any of them. Many owners regard the KLR as an inexpensive touring bike, adding saddle bags and modifications to make it more comfortable on long trips.

Note: Actual gas tank capacity is approximately 5.5 gallons including reserve.

Models

KLR650-A: model currently sold in the USA and Canada
KLR650-B or Tengai: was sold in the USA in 1990 and other countries for several years afterward
KLR650-C: sold primarily outside of the USA and Canada (major differences include brakes, forks, subframe, and fuel tank)
KLR650-E: Major body style and functional upgrade.
A special diesel version of the KLR650 is supplied to the United States Marine Corps.

Specifications (2005 KLR650-A)

Specifications for 2005 U.S. Model
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Water Cooled, Four-Stroke, DOHC, 4 valves
Carburetion	Keihin CVK-40 constant velocity carburetor
Displacement	651 cc
Bore × Stroke	100 mm × 83 mm
Peak Power	44 bhp (33 kW) @ 6,000 rpm
Peak Torque	34 lbf·ft (46 N·m) @ 5,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	9.5 : 1
Fuel Capacity	6.1 U.S. gallons (23 L)
Oil Capacity	2.64 U.S. quarts (2.5 L)
Charging System Output	238 W @ 14 V
Seat Height	35.0 in. (88.9 cm)
Dry Weight	337 lb (176 kg)
GVWR	794 lb (360 kg)
Tires	Front: 21 in. Rear: 17 in.
Brakes	Front: 1 disc, 1 piston caliper; Rear: 1 disc, 1 piston caliper.
Final drive	520×106 O-Ring Chain

1987 KL650-A1

1987 Kawasaki KL650 A1

1987 Kawasaki KL650-A1 in White

651 mL
Four-stroke, 1 Cylinder, Dual Over Head Camshaft
5-Speed, Return Shift
Color: Brilliant Blue, Polar White, Sunbeam Red
Beginning Engine No.: KL650AE000001
(G) KL650AG000001
Beginning Frame No.: KL65aA400001
JKAKLEA1()HA000001
PC NO.: 99917-1250-03, (E) 9991 7-1251 -03
(F 1 99919-1037-03, (G) 99918-1044-03
(I) 99959-1018-03, (C)(U) 99961-0244
OM N0.:99922-1411-01, (C)(U) 99920-135901
(G) 99923-1179-01
SM NO.: 99924-1080-51 & 99424-1050-01

1988 KL650-A2

1988 Kawasaki KL650 A2

Color: Brilliant Blue/Polar White, Sunbeam Red/Polar White, Ebony/Sunbeam Red
Beginning Engine No.: KL650AE007501
(G) KL650AG001501
Beginning Frame No.: KL650A-000001
JKAKLEA1()JA008701
PC No.: 99915-1250-03, (E) 99917-7251-03
(F) 99919.1037-03, (G) 99918-1044-03
(I) 99959-1018-03, (C) (U) 99961-0244
OM No.: 99922-1469-01, (C)(U) 99920-1420-01
(F) 99947-1007-01, (G) 99923-3211-01
SM No.: 99924-1080-51 & 99924-1050-01

1989 KL650-A3

1989 Kawasaki KL650 A3

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

4-stroke, 1 cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color : Brilliant Blue/Polar White, Ebony/Sunbeam Red
Beginning Engine No. : KL650AE007501
Beginning Frame No. : KL650A-013601,
(C)(U)JKAKLEA1()KA013601
PC No. : 99917-1251-05, (C)(U)99961-0244,
(O)99917-1250-03
OM No. : 99922-1498-01, (C)(11)99920-1469-01
SM No. : 99924-1080-52 & 99924-1050-01

1990 KL650-A4

1990 Kawasaki KL650 A4

Color : Brilliant Blue/Polar White
Beginning Engine No. : KL650AE007501
Beginning Frame No. : JKAKLEA1()LA0166001
PC NO. : 99961-0244
OM NO. : 99920-1511-01
SM No. : Same as KL650-A3

1991 KL650-A5

1991 Kawasaki KL650 A5

1991 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue

Color : Same as KL650-A4
Beginning Engine No. : KL650AE007501
Beginning Frame No. : JKALEA1()MA018001
PC No. : Same as KL650-A4
OM NO. : 99920-1 538-01
SM No. : Same a5 KL650-A3

1992 KL650-A6

1992 Kawasaki KL650 A6

4-stroke, 1 cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color : Brilliant Blue/Polar White
Beginning Engine No. : KL650AEO07501
Beginning Frame No. : JKAKLEA1( )NA021901
PC No. : 99917-1500-02
OM NO. : 99920-9590-01
SM NO. : 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-53

1993 KL650-A7

1993 Kawasaki KL650 A7

4-stroke, l-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color : Brilliant Blue/Polar Whlte
Beginning Engine Nu. : Same as KL650-A6
Beginning Frame No. : JKAKLEA1()PA026001
PC No. : Same as KL650-A6
OM NO. : 99920-1612-01
SM No. : Same as KL650-A6

1994 KL650-A8

1994 Kawasaki KL650 A8

4-stroke, 1 cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color : Green 15/Polar White
Beginning Engine No. : Same as KL650-A6
Beginning Frame No. : JKAKLEA1()RA03000l
PC NO. : 99917-1500-03
OM NO. : 99920-1672-01
SM No. : 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-54

1995 KL650-A9

1995 Kawasaki KL650 A9

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Green15/Polar White (48)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vSA032001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0341
OM No. - 99920-1724-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

1996 KL650-A10

1996 Kawasaki KL650 A10

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Forest Bluish Green (5X)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vTA040001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0404
OM No. - 99920-1764-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

1997 KL650-A11

1997 Kawasaki KL650 A11

1997 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Forest Bluish Green (5X)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vVA042001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0404
OM No. - 99920-1825-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

1998 KL650-A12

1998 Kawasaki KL650 A12

1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Forest Bluish Green (5X)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vWA045001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0404
OM No. - 99920-1839-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

1999 KL650-A13

1999 Kawasaki KL650 A13

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Forest Bluish Green (5X)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vXA050001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0404
OM No. - 99920-1900-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

2000 KL650-A14

2000 Kawasaki KL650 A14

2000 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Olive Green (HA)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1vYA057001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0404
OM No. - 99920-1949-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

2001 KL650-A15

2001 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green

4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Liquid-cooled
5-speed, Return Shift
Color - Olive Green (HA)
VIN No. - JKAKLEA1v1A070001
E No. - KL650AE007501
PC No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0507
OM No. - (US) 99987-1011-01, (CA) 99929-1399-01
SM No. - 99924-1050-01 & 99924-1080-56

2004

2004 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red

2005

2005 Kawasaki KLR650 (KL650-A19) in Red

2005 Kawasaki KLR650 (KL650-A19) in Red/Black

2006 KL650-A6F

2006 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red

2006 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green

2007

2007 Kawasaki KLR650 in black

2007 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black left side

2007 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black right side

2007 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black

2008 KLR650

2008 KAWASAKI KLR650 in Blue/Silver

2008 Kawasaki KLR650 in red

2008 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue luggage rack

2008 KLR650 blue

2008 KLR650 green

2008 KLR650 red

Front suspension travel reduced from 9.1 to 7.9 in
Redesigned UNI-TRAK® linkage reduces sag and reduces travel from 8.1 to 7.3 in
New 280mm petal-style front brake rotor
New rear brake calliper
Larger rear luggage rack that’s 3.5 in. longer and 5.1 in. wider
Revised seat design and new urethane foam for greater long-distance comfort
Improved throttle response from a new throttle position sensor
Redesigned cylinder head /w new intake porting for greater low-end torque
2008 Kawasaki KL650E8F Spec Sheet

External links

A KLR650 FAQ
Conalls KLR650 Website
KLR650.NET KLR650 Forum
1999 KLR650 Review in Motorcycle Online
2002 KLR650 Review in Minnesota Motorcycle Monthly
KLR650 on Kawasaki's website
KLR 650 Modifications for Canadians

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