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A surprise! A big road trail bike arrives in the Kawasaki range. A wise move. The segment is buoyant, and it fills a gap for the manufacturer. A big V-twin in an aluminum perimeter frame. A nice touch. Lots of torque, plenty of luggage-carrying options, a big fuel tank. Very nice. And what does it look like?

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... Uh, I think you're mistaken: it's a V-strom in the photo. But no, there's no mistake. It's Suzuki's trail bike, slightly reworked. Remember not so long ago? The two Japanese manufacturers got together to design joint models. After the 1600 MeanStreak - Marauder, here's their new clone. To give it its own identity, the KLV is differentiated from the V-strom by a black-painted frame and swingarm, a unique orange color scheme and different tank decals. It's not much - would it have been so complicated to create its own face with a different fork head?! As for the rest, from the dashboard to the engine and plastics, it's all the same.

There are no surprises to be had with this machine, and we can therefore expect the same behavior and the same strength as the big Smurf. Its 98 hp set the tone, but it's the muscular 10.3 mkg of torque that will provide an appreciable trunk space. We therefore expect the KLV 1000 to be a trail-GT that's good all round, in terms of comfort, efficiency, roadholding and enjoyment; without being the segment benchmark, which it isn't aiming to be. With an aggressive price tag, the Kawa will try to make up for its lack of originality and identity.

after the Z 1000, 750 and the thundering ZX-10R, it's surprising that the greens are reverting to a certain conformism. To make up your own mind, read theV-strom test is worth all the speeches.

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Published on 3/25/22
by Greg

Key facts Kawasaki KLV 1000 (2005) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Engine
Precise chassis
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Weak points

Design impersonnel
Unique color

Prices

	Basic version
France	8,899€

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Model sold in 2004 2005

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Performance

Max speed : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 6.90 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)
Estimated range : 319 km (198 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005

Chassis: Frame : Double aluminum cradle; Fuel capacity : 22 liters (5.81 US gallons); Seat height : 840 mm (33.07 in); Length : 2,295 mm (90.35 in); Width : 910 mm (35.83 in); Min height : 1,395 mm (54.92 in); Wheelbase : 1,535 mm (60.43 in); Dry weight : 208 kg (459 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 238 kg (525 lb)

Front axle: 43 mm telehydraulic fork, Wheel travel : 160 mm (6.30 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 310 mm (12.2 in), 2-piston caliper; Front tire : 110 / 80 - 19 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.5 bar

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox , manual; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 159 mm (6.26 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 260 mm (10.24 in), single-piston caliper; Rear tire : 150 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.5 bar

Motor: two-cylinder 90° L-shape , 4 strokes; Injection Ø 45 mm; Cooling system : liquid; 2 ACT; 4 valves per cylinder; 996 cc; 98 ch (96.60 hp) to 7,600 rpm; 10.30 mkg to 6,400 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 2.15 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 20.19 kg/mkg; Compression : 11.3:1

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Competitors

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005

Yamaha TDM 900 2005

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Acceleration

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 Undisclosed

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 Undisclosed

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 3 s

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 Undisclosed

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 Undisclosed

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 6.90 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 Undisclosed

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 6.10 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 7.80 liters/100km (0.30 mpg)

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 6.20 liters/100km (0.38 mpg)

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 5 liters/100km (0.47 mpg)

Range

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 319 km (198 miles)

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 Undisclosed

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 328 km (204 miles)

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 282 km (175 miles)

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 403 km (250 miles)

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 400 km (249 miles)

Torque

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 10.3 mkg

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 : 9.9 mkg

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 11.5 mkg

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 10.3 mkg

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 9.8 mkg

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 9.1 mkg

Power

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 : 95 ch (93.70 hp)

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 100 ch (98.60 hp)

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 86 ch (84.80 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 2.15 kg/ch

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 : 2.51 kg/ch

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 2.02 kg/ch

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 2.14 kg/ch

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 2.23 kg/ch

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 2.24 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : 20.19 kg/mkg

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 : 23.74 kg/mkg

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 17.3 kg/mkg

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : 20.1 kg/mkg

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : 21.94 kg/mkg

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 20.88 kg/mkg

Speed

Kawasaki KLV 1000 2005 : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)

Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2005 : over 200 km/h (124.30 mph)

BMW R 1200 GS 2005 : 208 km/h (129.20 mph)

Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2005 : over 200 km/h (124.30 mph)

Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2005 : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)

Yamaha TDM 900 2005 : 221 km/h (137.30 mph) on the odometer

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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 5 reviews

le major Model 2005

kawa can't even make a v-twin, they put a suzuk in this big piece of crap..i can tell you because i've tried one, it can't hold the pavement this piece of crap. besides, do you see a lot of them? no!! because god exists and has prevented their proliferation.... 06/27/2006 20:48 Rating : 5/5 Respond to le major

kifou Model 2005

what a piece of crap motorcycle.it looks like nothing but an orange trash can and without the handles of course...I want to puke... 04/30/2006 13:41 Rating : 5/5 Respond to kifou

titus Model 2005

superb motorcycle?? no, I'm dreaming!! I prefer to remain polite!! what a horror!! but tastes and times change...no comment. 04/30/2006 13:35 Rating : 5/5 Respond to titus

Foody Model 2005

Superb bike, both a bit sporty and all-round bike that can be pushed to at least 210
For beginners, I'd advise you not to take it, it's got a lot of power. Superb bike 01/14/2006 19:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Foody

Tan Model 2005

Why didn't Suzuki think of bringing it out in black and orange? A V-Strom prettier than the original, where is Suz.'s logic? 01/06/2005 17:17 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Tan

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the KLV 1000 2005

What is the power of the KLV 1000 2005?: The KLV 1000 2005 develops a power of 98 ch (96.60 hp)
What is the torque of the KLV 1000 2005?: The maximum torque of the KLV 1000 2005 is 10.30 mkg to 6,400 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the KLV 1000 2005?: The KLV 1000 2005 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the KLV 1000 2005?: The KLV 1000 2005 has a a dry weight of 208 kg (459 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 238 kg (525 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the KLV 1000 2005?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 6.90 l/100km (0.34 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the KLV 1000 2005?: To ensure good accessibility, the KLV 1000 2005 offers a minimum seat height of 840 mm (33.07 in).
What is the price of the KLV 1000 2005?: The price of the KLV 1000 2005 is 8,899€ in France. It is displayed at , in France, in France.

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