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Kawasaki KLV
1000
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Make Model |
Kawasaki KLV
1000 |
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Year |
2004-06 |
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Engine |
Liquid
cooled, four stroke, 90°-V-twin,
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
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Capacity |
996 |
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Bore x Stroke |
98 X 66 mm |
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Compression Ratio |
11.3:1 |
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Induction |
Fuel Injection with 45mm throttle bodies |
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Ignition /
Starting |
Digital Transistorized
/ electric |
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Max Power |
98 hp @ 7400 rpm |
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Max Torque |
101 Nm @ 6400 rpm |
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Transmission /
Drive |
6 Speed /
chain |
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Clutch |
Cable-operated multiplate wet clutch. |
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Front Suspension |
Telescopic, coil spring,
oil damped 43mm forks |
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Rear Suspension |
Swingarm, coil spring,
oil damped, adjustable for preload and rebound
damping |
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Front Brakes |
2x 310mm discs 2
piston calipers |
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Rear Brakes |
Single 260mm disc 1
piston caliper |
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Front Tyre |
110/80 R19 |
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Rear Tyre |
150/70 R17 |
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Seat Height |
830mm. |
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Dry-Weight |
207 Kg |
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Fuel Capacity |
22 Litres |
It’s Suzuki’s legendary TL1000 V-twin in the
Kawasaki KLV1000. Detuned from a genuine 120-odd rear wheel bhp in the sports
bike, it’s still got plenty of shove. It’s a little lumpy at very low revs – as
all big twins are but the Kawasaki KLV1000's midrange’s like a tidal wave and
there’s decent snap if you rev it hard. It suits the KLV1000 well giving instant
overtaking power at a moments notice.
The Kawasaki KLV1000 is extremely rapid on real roads. Yes on a track it’ll feel
wobbly, diving into corners under hard breaking but it’s a rapid if slightly
softly sprung road bike. It can’t match the far pricier BMW R1200GS and KTM 990
Adventure and off road ability is minimal. Brakes are modest but if in good
condition, work well. The Kawasaki KLV1000 is fine on the road unless you’re a
real speed demon.
EquipmentMCN rating
Owners' rating
The Kawasaki KLV1000 is well tooled up for touring, less suited to off-road
action. The seat and riding position are comfy. The Kawasaki KLV1000's
adjustable screen works pretty well but there’s still a little buffeting.
Suzuki’s latest version of the V-Strom comes with a centre stand and hard
luggage too which the KLV1000 would benefit from.
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