Kawasaki Unveils New KLE650 With More Power & Touring Capability

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Kawasaki is expanding its new KLE adventure motorcycle family with the introduction of the 2027 KLE650 ABS and KLE650 SE ABS, bringing a larger 649cc powerplant and additional touring-focused features to the recently launched KLE lineup. Building on the KLE500 platform, the new KLE650 adds more power and technology, while the SE version further upgrades […]

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[Snakeboy]

Interesting new bike! But I wish we could get the specs in metric…..
467,5 pounds - is approx 212 kilos?
Not exactly a lightweighter…..

Fuel capacity 4,2 gallons? I presume US gallons which then would be 15,9 liters? Thats less than a 450 Himalayan and a CFMoto 450 MT which both are much smaller bikes. Yes I know the T7 takes only 16 liters of fuel but Yamaha at least have a T7 model with a bigger fuel tank.

And I presume a 180 degrees crank? Not the most exiting new model from Kawasaki….

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The 2027 Kawasaki KLE 650 (and the upgraded KLE 650 SE) is a middleweight adventure-touring motorcycle powered by Kawasaki’s 649cc parallel-twin platform, featuring a 21-inch front wheel and modern electronic rider aids. [1, 2, 3]

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Engine & Performance

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, DOHC, 180° crank parallel-twin [1, 2]
• Displacement: 649 cc [1]
• Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 60.0 mm [1]
• Compression Ratio: 10.6:1 [1]
• Fuel System: Fuel injection with electronic throttle valves (ride-by-wire) [1, 2]
• Ignition: TCBI with electronic advance [1]
• Max Power: ~70 hp (51.5 kW) @ 8,600 rpm (varies slightly by market) [1, 2]
• Max Torque: 64 Nm (47.2 lb-ft) @ 7,500 rpm [1, 2]
• Transmission: 6-speed, return shift [1]
• Final Drive: Sealed chain [1]

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Chassis, Wheels & Dimensions

• Frame & Suspension: High-tensile steel trellis frame paired with 43 mm KYB upside-down front forks (210 mm travel) and a bottom-link New Uni-Trak rear suspension (196 mm travel).
• Brakes: Dual 300 mm front discs and a single 230 mm rear disc, both equipped with switchable ABS.
• Tires & Wheels: 90/90-21 front and 150/70-17 rear tires featuring tubeless spoked rims on the SE variant.
• Dimensions: Features an 870 mm seat height with a dry weight around 192 kg. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]

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Electronics & Features

• Rider Aids: Equipped with ride-by-wire throttle control, multi-mode KTRC traction control, and electronic cruise control.
• Displays: Standard models use a 5-inch LCD, while SE versions upgrade to a 5-inch color TFT with smartphone connectivity. The SE also adds a quick shifter, USB-C outlet, handguards, a larger skid plate, and a taller windscreen. [1, 2, 3, 4]