2014 Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition vs 2025 Kawasaki KLR 650 S

The Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition records a lower weight than the Kawasaki KLR 650 S. The Kawasaki KLR 650 S has the advantage in displacement where both recorded values are available.

Recorded specification differences

  • Model: Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition, Kawasaki KLR 650 S Kawasaki KLR 650 S
  • Year: Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition 2014, Kawasaki KLR 650 S 2025
  • Displacement: Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition 651, Kawasaki KLR 650 S 652
  • Weight: Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition 196, Kawasaki KLR 650 S 206.9
  • Seat height: Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition 89, Kawasaki KLR 650 S 81.5
Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition vs Kawasaki KLR 650 S key specifications
SpecKawasaki KLR 650 New EditionKawasaki KLR 650 S
Year20142025
CategorySupermotoSupermoto
Displacement651652
Torque-53
Weight196206.9

Weight

The Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition records a lower wet weight of 196 kg, 10.9 kg less than the Kawasaki KLR 650 S at 206.9 kg.

Displacement

The Kawasaki KLR 650 S records 652 cc, 1 cc (0.2%) more than the Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition at 651 cc.

Seat height

The Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition has a higher recorded seat height (89) than the Kawasaki KLR 650 S (81.5), a difference of 7.5.

Frequently asked questions

Which motorcycle records the lower weight, the Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition or the Kawasaki KLR 650 S?

The Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition records a lower wet weight of 196 kg, 10.9 kg less than the Kawasaki KLR 650 S at 206.9 kg.

Which motorcycle records larger displacement, the Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition or the Kawasaki KLR 650 S?

The Kawasaki KLR 650 S records 652 cc, 1 cc (0.2%) more than the Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition at 651 cc.

How do the recorded seat heights of the Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition and the Kawasaki KLR 650 S compare?

The Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition has a higher recorded seat height (89) than the Kawasaki KLR 650 S (81.5), a difference of 7.5.

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Kawasaki KLR 650 New Edition

2014Supermoto

Displacement651 cc
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Kawasaki KLR 650 S

2025Supermoto

Displacement652 cc

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Engine & Performance

Engine Displacement
651 cc
652 cc
Torque
-
53 Nm
Engine Type
-
Other
Engine Details
DOHC
Other | DOHC | Cylinder: 1
Compression Ratio
9.8:1
9.8:1

Fuel & Capacity

Fuel System
Carburetor
Injection
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Liquid-cooled
Starter
Electric
Electric

Transmission & Drive

Gearbox
Manual 5-speed
Manual 5-speed
Transmission
Chain
Chain

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension
Telescopic
Telescopic

Brake System

Front Brakes
Disc
Disc ABS
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc ABS

Tires & Wheels

Front Tyre
-
90/90-21
Rear Tyre
130/80-17
130/80-17

Dimensions & Weight

Length
230 cm
225.6 cm
Height
135 cm
146.6 cm
Seat Height
89 cm
81.5 cm
Wheelbase
148.1 cm
151.4 cm
Ground Clearance
21 cm
18.5 cm
Dry Weight
-
189 kg
Wet Weight
196 kg
206.9 kg

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