Japan

Kawasaki

JIS cross-head plus hex. KLR650 uses a large rear axle nut — verify the size before you rely on the OEM wrench.

Fastener system

Metric

Cross-head standard

JIS

Hex (Allen)

4, 5, 6, 8

Torx

T30

Common spanners / sockets

8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 22

Wheels

Both, depending on model

Final drive

chain

Powertrain

ice

Typical segments

Sport (Ninja), Adventure (Versys, KLR), Dual-sport (KLX)

Before you pack

— KLR650 / KLX are tube-type with spoked wheels; Versys cast wheels are tubeless.
— Known for fasteners backing out on long trips — threadlocker and spare bolts earn their weight.

Reversible screwdriver — JIS/Phillips + flat
Carb bowls, clamps, bodywork and inspection covers. On Japanese bikes the cross-head screws are JIS, not Phillips — a Phillips driver cams out and rounds them off.
Spoke wrench
One loose spoke turns into a buckled wheel over a few hundred kilometres of piste. Check and re-tension on the road.