Kawasaki KLR 650s-short on stature

Comparing and talking these 2 bikes and making a hell of a blooper at the same time.Enjoy!

[@gs5616]

I like that you didn’t edit out your first test of those frame sliders - looks like they all ready paid for themselves!

[@eminiscalperpro9729]

Not sure why people complain about these bikes, finally a review showing how good of a job Kawasaki did. Never when I'm exploring dirt roads or cruising through town or even on the hwy, do I think, man I need more power. It's actually somewhat spunky in town and really fun. So fun that I recently bought a 22 with 71 miles on it and now I'm at 5600 miles and it seems to have gotten smoother. I would definitely buy another one

[@Txfire409]

I bought the same bike in the same color last month and absolutely love it. It's my first motorcycle at age 54 and I look forward to putting lots of miles on it.

[@TheHortond]

Its the everydad bike. Good. I want to see more dads get out of the minivans and back on 2 wheels.

[@theokomulainen7549]

I got mine and it has the technology of a hammer… and I love it!

[@countyofficer]

Nice bike, all those years telling you the KLR was the bike to have!! And of course, you do not disappoint, giving a good laugh, at your expense, testing the engine guard bars in the shop 😂😂. Might be able to hook up some “landing gear” set up so that won’t happen again, outside of the controlled environment. Good thing you didn’t get MJ to help stand that bad boy back up, or you just aren’t ready to ride with the big boys yet!! Great extras you added, probably would have gone with larger side bags, but they will do for now. Hope to get up there this year with the boys for some off roading!! See how time permits. Great vid!!

[@christopher3391]

Great review! I'm picking up my KLR6750s tomorrow, same color too.

[@rodneybjornstad9016]

I like how you came out of the tip over

[@64brew]

GREAT job on this video. Im buying one tomorrow can't wait to get her home.

[@kevinsmith8328]

Much enjoyed. You did a good job describing the KLR. Thanks, N.E. guy.

[@DennysPlantBasedJourney]

great job... thinking about the S model myself as I'm getting older and it will be easier on and off. I like the way you set it up

[@tonyiannace756]

nice bike Mike!! congrats !!

[@joe2479]

Thanks for not editing the drop! Nice bike. Ride safe.

[@andyw237]

Thanks for the Great review, down to earth and realistic. My next bike will likely be a KLR now that they have the S model out. I plan on replacing my KTM 790 adventure with something more suited to my slow 'scenic' riding style, but can still handle dirt and gravel while loaded down. as far as the kids saying "lack of power" makes it boring, i already know what "boring" is like, i also have a V-strom ;-). enjoy the bike.

[@mylifebymusic]

I think you should get some aftermarket training wheels! Nice bike!

[@awabac]

Is there an aftermarket tach and gear indicator that can be added? I have a Versys 650 that I’d like to go more off-road with but I know it’s not really built for it so I’m looking at the KLRs. But I really want those 2 indicators.

[@shaneshields4464]

Bummer KLR dirt nap, don’t feel bad, I’ve been over on mine 3 times in 6000 miles and twice was at a dead stop getting on the old pig😂

[@HunsValley]

Picked one up today. S model fits me well. 5'11 200lbs. Blast to ride.

[@edjones2110]

I've looked at the KLR s , and like it . I had already bought the royal enfield Himalayan 411 before the KLRs came out . The price , easy to work on , gas mileage , handling , on road off road for me was perfect . If I had seen a KLR before the Himalayan, I may have bought one . I like kawasaki anyway . I very happy with the Himalayan .

[@scottdavis9318]

Great video. You really added all the best goodies on it. I would give your bike 2 thumbs up. Have you had any trouble with the steering head bearing getting tight and affecting how it steers. I've heard some 2023 klr650 were overtighten from the factory causing the problem.