Kawasaki 2008 KLR650

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NEW 2008 KAWASAKI KLR650 REFINES ON-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOR IMPROVED TOURING PERFORMANCE

Tougher, faster, more comfortable and better-performing than ever.

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. Now, the 2008 KLR650 features thorough updates aimed at making it a better tour-ready dual-purpose bike than ever before.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer		Kawasaki

Model Year		2008

Model		KLR650

MSRP		$5,349.00*

ENGINE
Engine		4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve single

Displacement		651 cc

Bore x Stroke		100 x 83 mm

Compression Ratio		9.8:1

Carburetion		Keihin CVK40

Cooling		Liquid

Ignition		Fully transistorized

DIMENSIONS
Length		90.3 in.

Width		37.8 in.

Height		53.1 in.

Weight		386 lbs.

Ground Clearance		8.3 in.

Frame		Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel

Wheelbase		58.3 in.

Fuel Capacity		6.1 gal.

Seat Height		35 in.

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission		5-speed

Final Drive		Chain

Suspension		Front: 41 mm telescopic fork; 7.9 in. travel Rear: Uni-Trak® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping; 7.3 in. travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes		Front: Single 280 mm petal-type disc, 2-piston caliper Rear: Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper

Tires		Front: 90/90 x 21 Rear: 130/80 x 17


Rake		28°

Trail		4.4 in.

Colors		Sunbeam Red, Candy Lime Green, Blue 21

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