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ADV ProductsPolisport Releases Affordable KLR650 OEM Replacement Plastics

Polisport Releases Affordable KLR650 OEM Replacement Plastics

Restore your KLR650 to its former glory while making it tougher than ever!

Published on 07.25.2018

One of the most frequently recommended ADV Bikes for new Adventure Riders has to be the Kawasaki KLR650. With its combination of range, versatility, reliability and price, it’s hard to beat it for value. But all too often, those early days of riding off-road can be pretty hard on the machine. To make matters worse, the Gen 2 (2008 and newer) KLR650s have brittle street bike plastic bodywork that can easily crack with a mere tip over.

All that mayhem on the trail means there’s a lot of KLR650’s out there with scratched up, cracked bodywork, held together with JB Weld and zip ties. And it’s hard to blame the KLRistas for not looking their best. Just to replace one radiator shroud at your friendly Kawasaki dealer can run upwards of $225! And with stock plastics made of potato chip, you’re just one missed dab from being back to square one.

Polisport Kawasaki KLR650 OEM replacement plastics Adventure Motorcycle


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But there’s hope for those budget-minded, function-first KLR650 owners out there. OEM replacement plastics manufacturer Polisport, recently released new replica bodywork for the KLR. They offer most of the major plastic body parts including radiator shrouds, front and rear fenders, and side panels available as a kit or individually at an affordable price.

While this is a new product offering for Polisport, that doesn’t mean they are new to the game. The company was founded by passionate motocross racer, Pedro Araújo, 40 years ago. Over the decades, they have developed partnerships with many of the top OEMs in the industry including KTM, Husqvarna, GASGAS and Sherco. The Portuguese company is already well known for their high-quality dirt bike replacement plastics, and now they are beginning to expand into Dual Sport and Adventure Bikes.

Polisport Kawasaki KLR650 OEM replacement plastics Adventure Motorcycle
Polisport OEM replacement plastics for the Kawasaki KLR650 can be purchased as a kit or individually.

Polisport’s OEM replacement plastics are injection molded to ensure a factory fit and finish. And just like with their dirt bike plastics, the company uses Durable Gloss Polypropylene (DGP) technology. DGP is stronger and more scratch resistant than stock body panels, while providing flexibility to reduce the chance of cracking in a fall. They are also color matched to the stock KLRs bodywork (only comes in black right now) and won’t fade as easily in the sun. Best of all, they cost just a fraction of what Kawi dealers charge. For example, a KLR650 radiator shroud goes for just $133.99 — that’s a 41% discount!

Polisport Kawasaki KLR650 OEM replacement plastics Adventure Motorcycle
Courtesy Chad Berger

The new Polisport replacement plastics let you restore your KLR650 to its former glory while making it tougher than ever, without breaking the bank. Polisport plastics are distributed in the US by Western Power Sports and can be found on popular e-commerce sites or look for them at your local moto shop.

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Paul koekemowr
Paul koekemowr
July 25, 2018 7:50 pm

Hi i have a KLr generation 1 and would like to know if a gen 2 head light and fairing will fit on gen 1.

ADV Pulse
ADV Pulse
July 26, 2018 10:31 am
Reply to  Paul koekemowr

Our understanding is that there are differences in the fuel tank attachment point and wiring harness. Possible but not an easy job.

Jared
Jared
July 26, 2018 8:21 pm

I’m wondering if you offer plastics for gen 1

ADV Pulse
ADV Pulse
July 26, 2018 10:57 pm
Reply to  Jared

Unfortunately Polisport only offers Gen 2 plastics at this time.

Jake Murray
Jake Murray
July 27, 2018 10:05 am

WOOT! I cracked both of my radiator shrouds within the first 3000 miles and have been hiding the cracks w/ mud and pine needles, hahaha. This is just great! Thanks for the heads-up article!

Shane Flaherty
Shane Flaherty
June 22, 2019 1:15 pm

I live in San Diego, CA. I layed down my KLR on the street today. I am lying in bed with a severely torn knee trying to figure out how, and where to purchase a radiator shroud and a rear fender. Please someone help guide me in the correct direction

Christopher Learned
Christopher Learned
August 21, 2019 5:28 pm

Headlight fairing?

David Freehling
David Freehling
October 25, 2019 12:07 pm

how does one order these parts?

advrider38
advrider38
April 30, 2020 9:17 am

Click the big button that says ‘shopping options’.

Shane K Roholt
Shane K Roholt
July 19, 2020 8:52 am

I’m looking for the side panels and radiator shrouds for a 2015 KLR 650.
When I select “Black”, it shows me a picture of white plastics that that are not for a 2015 KLR 650. The fitment description says that the plastics will fit my bike, but the picture is completely wrong in every way possible.
Why?
Am I supposed to assume that the correct plastics will be sent?

Douglas Dobson
Douglas Dobson
September 14, 2020 2:09 am

Do you have plastics for 2019 klr650 if not would 2018 fit.

ADV Pulse
ADV Pulse
June 28, 2021 10:13 pm
Reply to  Douglas Dobson

Those are the same.

Craig LaFleur
Craig LaFleur
June 27, 2021 9:40 pm

I do not see the side fairing plastics for the 2009 KLR Gen 2 ?
Do the make these ?

ADV Pulse
ADV Pulse
June 28, 2021 10:22 pm
Reply to  Craig LaFleur

Only the lower side fairings, not the upper.

Joaquin Lares
Joaquin Lares
September 2, 2021 1:50 pm

Do you have the side panels for the 2022 KLR 650 model?

Joaquin Lares
Joaquin Lares
September 4, 2021 4:34 am

I’m looking for the 2022 KLR650 side panels, are they available yet?

Samuel Escobedo
Samuel Escobedo
April 20, 2022 9:02 pm

Hi i have a KLR 650 generation 2 and would like to know if you have/sell the fairing ?

Ed Nowlan
Ed Nowlan
September 5, 2022 4:25 pm

When you click on the buying options link it send you to Rocky Mountain. I only see the complete kit option for 480.00. Is there somewhere to buy just a left or a right upper fairing?

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