The end of the KLR650?

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I read an article about new, stricter EPA regulations might force Kawasaki to either update the KLR650 or discontinue it. The problem is with larger displacement single cylinder engine's burning more oil and causing an increased hydrocarbon output. The problem is not only with the KLR650, but also the Honda XR650L and Suzuki DR650S.  Here is the article:

The end of Big Thump

Photo's of the motorcycle's mentioned above:


2016 Kawasaki KLR650


2017 Honda XL650L


2017 Suzuki DR650S