Motorcycle Video Review – 2008 Kawasaki KLR650

Sample of Motorcycle Video Review show. This is a portion of the Kawasaki KLR650 test episode 1. More to come!

25 Responses to “Motorcycle Video Review – 2008 Kawasaki KLR650”

1. Bshelton18 says:

   July 3, 2008 at 5:22 pm

   nice video, does the KLR perform well on long tours, Im planning a trip from Omaha NE to somewhere in the Yucatan for next summer, I was thinking either of the new KLR or a Vstrom 650
2. mvrtvcom says:

   July 3, 2008 at 8:15 pm

   THe only down side is the new seat isn’t as nice as the last KLR seat – looks good though. We love the V-Strom 650 as well, but it won’t go off-road like the KLR. All street I’d go with the V-Strom, with some off-road you need the KLR. Both have great mileage and we love them!
3. mvrtvcom says:

   July 3, 2008 at 8:16 pm

   To see a little on the Suzuki V-Strom 650 watch the Blue Strada Tours video. MVR
4. Bshelton18 says:

   July 3, 2008 at 8:24 pm

   Have you tested the corbin seat for the new KLR, they look more comfy than the old ones, they look more,,,, “saddlish” than the last corbins.
5. kickZtailout says:

   July 16, 2008 at 5:00 pm

   The pass had to be when the car was pulling over. Nothing wrong with that. Great video! I’d actually love to pick up a 2008 KLR…
6. mvrtvcom says:

   August 10, 2008 at 7:09 am

   The Suzuki would be a little more easy at first. With your off-road experience you would probably be fine with either bike. The Suzuki is smaller, the Kawasaki better on the freeway. MVR
7. mvrtvcom says:

   August 10, 2008 at 7:10 am

   We love both bikes. The V-Strom is more powerful and better on the street. The Kawasaki is a little smaller and the bike we would certainly choose for off-road or even dirt roads. MVR
8. mvrtvcom says:

   August 10, 2008 at 7:10 am

   Sorry, we don’t know the answer. MVR
9. mvrtvcom says:

   August 10, 2008 at 7:11 am

   Yep, we would guess it to be great for this kind of ride. We actually like it anywhere, this is one of the reasons the bike is so popular. MVR
10. mvrtvcom says:

    August 10, 2008 at 7:13 am

    Yes, ours had to go back to Kawasaki – we miss it soooo much! MVR
11. bozotrev says:

    September 7, 2008 at 5:29 am

    What is the song?
12. benzo430 says:

    January 19, 2009 at 4:14 am

    what kind of maximum hiway cruzing speeds do thing the KLR will do?
13. NJAZ says:

    February 24, 2009 at 10:39 am

    he didn’t even ride it off road … I ride my 08 KLR in some pretty serious off road situations which, after all, is what I bought it for. It would’ve been nice to see a more thorough review of the bikes intended purpose. Nice concept for a motorcycle review …
14. mvrtvcom says:

    February 25, 2009 at 5:54 am

    Oh yes we did! It’s in the episodes to come. Unfortunately some other shows have to be done before we can get back to this – sorry for the long delay. You better believe we have dirt! Hey, we even took the Victory Vision off-road through the snow – we are dirt riders to the core.
    MVR
15. Tunz says:

    March 29, 2009 at 11:53 pm

    hows it goin? I’ve been thinking of purchasing a klr650 for a cross canada tour. Just wondering how you thought it would hold up for such a trek? lots of both highway and dirt.

    thanks alot!
16. mvrtvcom says:

    April 2, 2009 at 5:21 am

    We think it will hold up just fine. It’s very good for street to dirt, street to dirt, etc. It’s a great bike to live with day after day – so mellow, great fuel range, good mileage and quiet. It would make a great choice and the rack will really help out. I would suggest the Kaw tank bag.
    MVR
17. lazloholyfeild says:

    May 1, 2009 at 3:20 pm

    I can drive 55!
18. accordionman2 says:

    May 10, 2009 at 9:20 pm

    can anyone tell me what the gel seat is like for the 650.
19. joubliksemlytie says:

    May 23, 2009 at 1:26 am

    What is the fuel consumption like?
20. mvrtvcom says:

    May 26, 2009 at 5:20 am

    Off the top of my head it is very good. Something like 55 – 57 mpg. MVR
21. XdeathXpunchX says:

    June 4, 2009 at 8:27 am

    I am looking at getting a dual purpose bike. Not to experienced ,Im a bout 205 pounds. Ive read mixed reviews on this bike. Will this bike be somethin i should look at or should i go smaller.
22. haxxorboyz says:

    June 11, 2009 at 9:51 pm

    how tall are you? The seat is quite high. Im 6’4 (205lbs) and its still a stretch for my legs to touch both feet flat. That said, if you do have somewhat long legs, this bike is awesome. Good beginner bike too. Its big, but not overpowered. Great ride overall.
23. mvrtvcom says:

    June 13, 2009 at 5:48 am

    6’2″ plus. Yes, it’s high, this is one of the reasons it’s so nice to ride. Also a big reason for the long term comfort – less the seat. The seat has to go for rel long rides.
    MVR
24. baker101z says:

    June 17, 2009 at 9:40 am

    I am 5’9″, about 160 lbs, and looking for my first bike. Is this anything I should be interested in, or would anyone recommend something else? I’m looking for a good DS bike. Ive been looking at the XR600R and 650R also.
25. ElmerFuddGun says:

    July 12, 2009 at 7:59 pm

    I am seriously thinking I will be buying a ’09 KLR650. Looks like a lot of fun!

    Now where is part 2 of this review?