If you’re hunting a middleweight adventure bike that won’t break the bank, the new Kawasaki KLE650 lands in the UK at £7,499, powered by a 649cc, liquid‑cooled parallel‑twin that churns out 70hp at 8,600rpm, with 64Nm of torque at 7,500rpm.
It sits between the CB500X at £5,800 and the higher‑end Africa Twin at £13,000, offering more torque than the MT‑07 but at a fraction of the price, making it a sensible middle‑weight choice for riders who want a punchy yet affordable adventure platform.
The base model comes with a 5‑inch LCD, cruise control, and KTRC, while the SE version ups the ante with a 5‑inch TFT, USB‑C, quickshifter, and tubeless tyres—ideal for long‑haul comfort. Suspension is a 43mm inverted fork with 210mm travel up front and a Uni‑Trak rear with 196mm travel; braking is dual 300mm front discs and a 230mm rear disc, with selectable ABS that can be turned off for off‑road use. Wheels are 21‑inch front and 17‑inch rear spoked, fitted with Dunlop Trailmax Mixtour tyres.
Dealers will start rolling out the bike in April 2027, and while India has yet to confirm a launch, the KLE650 could follow the UK release within a year, giving Indian riders a chance to test its rally‑ready chassis and tech stack before the next generation hits the market.