Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC - [2000] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC - [2000]

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Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC - [2000]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC
  • Year: 2000 | Type: Off-Road
  • Engine: 651 cc (39.7 ci) 4 Valve
  • Engine Type: V-Twin | Cylinders: 1
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 189 kgs (416 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 153 kgs (337 lbs)
  • Power: 48 bhp (35 kW) @ 6500 rpm
  • Torque: 38.2 lb-ft (51.9 Nm) @ 5500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 253.9 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 202.6 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 14.6 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 14.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 94 mph (151.2 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 14.36 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Kawasaki KLR 650 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC is the 5 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2000. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2001 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC and the 2000 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade 929.This particular Kawasaki KLR 650 has a 651cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V-Twin Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute - [2019] image

An alternative V-Twin engine, Off-Road style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute - [2019]

The 2000 KLR 650 shares its V-Twin engine and Off-Road style configuration with the likes of the 2019 Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute and the 2019 Norton Atlas 650 Nomad. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the KLR 650's Off-Road style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2019 Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute | 2019cc.2019 Norton Atlas 650 Nomad | 2019cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 189 kgs (416 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder or the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700, give or take 50kg.

Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025] image

The 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 651cc 4 valve V-Twin 1 cylinder engine produces 48 bhp (35 kW) @ 6500 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 38.2 lb-ft (51.9 Nm) @ 5500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [50.0 lb-ft (67.7 Nm) @ 6500 rpm] and the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki KLR 650 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Yamaha XJ 750 D - [1982] image

The 1982 Yamaha XJ 750 D has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC.

The 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC has a Power to weight ratio of 253.9 bhp per ton and 202.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2000 KLR 650 competing with the 1982 Yamaha XJ 750 D [278.8 bhp\ton] and the 1983 Yamaha XJ 750 D-II [278.8 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki KLR 650 generating around 202.6 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2023 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid [227.2 lb-ft per ton] and the 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja [227.2 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 14.6 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 14.9 secs, this makes the Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC similar in acceleration to the 2022 Honda CMX 500 Rebel SE (14.6 secs) and the 2022 Honda CMX 500 Rebel SE (14.6 secs). This Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Honda XL 500 R - [1982] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC and the 1982 Honda XL 500 R

When talking about the performance of the 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 14.8 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1982 Honda XL 500 R (14.8 secs) and the 1991 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC (14.8 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2000 version of the Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC has a maximum speed of 94mph.

Honda VT 750 C Shadow Phantom - [2024] image

Top Speed of the 2000 KLR 650 equals the 2024 Honda VT 750 C Shadow Phantom

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2000 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC then how about a 2024 Honda VT 750 C Shadow Phantom (105 mph) and the 2024 Honda VT 750 C Shadow Aero (105 mph).

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