2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 2,900miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 5 complaints (56% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (3) and electrical system (1). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 2,900 miles. Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling5 56%
- Electrical system1 11%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Upon detailed internal inspection of engine, it was determined that the balancer chain tensioning assembly had failed. Evidence showed that the spring (poorly made) had been broken for quite some time. It was also evident that had the spring not broken, the very poorly made tensioner quadrant would have broken instead leading to catastrophic engine damage and most likely a crash at the time of engine failure. The factory parts were replaced with upgraded aftermarket parts.”
NHTSA complaint #10247505, filed 2008-11, 11,037 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Failure: the idler shaft spring (Kawasaki part no. 92144-1860) was broken and unable to maintain tension on the balancer idler lever. This creates a situation where the balancer chain could become loose, jump off the gearing, and cause the engine and final drive system to lock-up. Theory of operation: 1) the balancer idler lever (Kawasaki part no. 13168-1436); and, 2) the idler shaft spring (Kawasaki part no. 92144-1860). The two parts serve to maintain tension on the balancer chain. Correction: the original parts were replaced with aftermarket parts. …”
NHTSA complaint #10171528, filed 2006-10, 9,860 milesElectrical system: “The contact stated the motorcycle fuses blew out three times. Also, the motorcycle started in neutral which when starting throws it off the kickstand. The service dealer was unwilling to assist the contact with these concerns. Year, make and model: 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F. Updated 10/31/2006 - the consumer notified the dealer at the first service about starting in gear with the neutral light on. They didn't fix it or give the consumer an explanations on how they tried to remedy the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10170547, filed 2006-10, 500 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The contact stated while traveling above 30 MPH, the rear view mirrors vibrate and nothing can be seen. The dealership was unable to offer any repairs. The contact installed mirror snubbers in an attempt to correct the problem, but the problem persisted. Updated 10/6/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10164833, filed 2006-08, 2,800 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,700 and 9,012 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F.
Other model years of the Kawasaki KL650A6F
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 9 | 2,900 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Kawasaki KL650A6F model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 5 complaints (56% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 3.
Has the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A6F reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 2,900 miles and the middle half falls between 1,700 and 9,012 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.