If you were feeling a bit left out with the launch of the new KLE500 and wanted a little more, Mr K has heard you. Here is the new KLE650 and the KLE650 SE, as in Special Edition. With a more rally visage than the smaller sibling, the new KLE650 is aimed at adventure and touring, so offers more substantial bodywork on a similar trellis frame and tall spoked wheels. The standard version run tubes, the SE has tubeless wheels with flange spokes, quickshifter,

USB-C outlet, alloy reinforced handguards, large skidplate, D. I. D aluminium fat-type handlebars and 5-inch TFT screen. In the go department, new electronic throttle bodies feed the legendary parallel twin that has been raced, ridden and tested for years. Thoroughly modernised, the 649cc Kawasaki KLE650 is a welcome addition to the adventure tourer market. Pricing and timings will follow as we get more info.

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