K awasaki New Zealand has confirmed the pricing of the new 2022 KLR650 which is set to return to dealerships as early as August 2021 . Pricing starts with the base model which will feature ABS braking as standard and be priced from $ 11,495 and will initially be offered in Pearl Lava Orange . The KLR650 Adventure model will arrive at the end of the year ( currently slated for November / December ) will be priced at $ 13,295 thanks to its additional extras at the point of purchase . These include panniers , fog lamps , frame sliders , tank pad , and DC and USB sockets . The 2022 Kawasaki KLR650 has been thoroughly updated for the 2022 model year . Instead of moving to a new engine , Kawasaki instead opted for modernising the 34-year-old 652cc single-cylinder heart of the KLR with the headline update being the addition of EFI for the first time . Other engine upgrades include a revised intake and exhaust cam profiles and a reduced exhaust diameter to improve mid-range power and torque characteristics . A stronger cam