Kawasaki KLR 500
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Key Specification Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
Engine and Drive Train
| Engine power | 39.97 HP |
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| Rpm at Max. Power | 7500 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Displacement | 497 ccm |
Suspension Front
| Travel | 231 mm |
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Suspension Rear
| Shock absorber | Monoshock |
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| Travel | 231 mm |
Brakes Front
| Diameter | 260 mm |
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Brakes Rear
| Diameter | 230 mm |
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Dimensions and Weights
| Front tyre width | 90 mm |
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| Front tyre height | 90 % |
| Front tyre diameter | 21 inch |
| Rear tyre width | 130 mm |
| Rear tyre height | 80 % |
| Rear tyre diameter | 17 inch |
| Seat Height | 889 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 189 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 l |
| License compliancy | A2 |
| Stationary noise | 96 dB |
FAQ tires Kawasaki KLR 500
- Which tires are currently recommended by the 1000PS editorial team for this model?
- Michelin Enduro Medium
- Mitas Terra Force EX
- X-Grip The Escalator Sticky
- Metzeler 6 Days Extreme
- Bridgestone Battlecross E50 Extreme
- Continental ContiTrailAttack 3
- Pirelli SCORPION TRAIL II
- Dunlop Trailmax Meridian
- Bridgestone Battlax A41
- Metzeler TOURANCE NEXT 2
- Mitas Touring Force
- Michelin Road 6
FAQ Kawasaki KLR 500
- Which one is better? Kawasaki KLR 500 or {AlternativeBrandModel}?
- You can compare these two motorcycles here. You can find all pros and cons of the comparable model here.
- How about the availability of the Kawasaki KLR 500?
- Compared to other Enduro motorcycle bikes the availability is very poor. There are very few Kawasaki KLR 500 bikes available on the market.
- How popular is the Kawasaki KLR 500?
- There is a weak demand for a Kawasaki KLR 500 on the market. Test reports of this model are rarely read on the platform of 1000PS.
- What is the data source for the content on this page?
- The data comes from the online motorcycle magazine '1000PS'. 1000PS was founded in 2001. The company is based in Austria. Most of the content is published in German. However, the team also presents motorcycle test videos in English on YouTube. Here you can find 1000PS on Instagram.
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