2004 Kawasaki Concours problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine (2) · Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
What owners report
2004-12-22 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 4,936 mi“2004 kawasaki klr650 1) vehicle was purchased new and ridden according to break-in schedule. the vehicle was ridden mostly on the surface streets and highways, and about 100 miles off-road. the bolt,idler lever pn 92150-1923 was adjusted at the interval recommended by the manual. 2) at 4,932 miles, the spring,idler shaft, pn 92144-1860 is missing…”
2004-09-10 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 300 mi“motor was defective. consumer had the motorcycle for 1 week and experienced an engine problem. it made a knocking noise that sounded like a rod was defective within the engine. this noise occurred when the motorcycle was started and continued. consumer took the motorcycle to the dealer where the motorcycle was purchased and contacted the manufactu…”
2004-08-11 · Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields · 💥 crash“while driving 25 mph and the brakes were applied for an urgent stop motorcycle flipped over. also, excessive vibration throughout the entire body. the consumer found out that the frame was stressed when the motor was mounted. *ak…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.