STG53065 Starter for Kawasaki KL650 KLR650 KLX650 1987-2018 651cc Motorcycle – 21163-1108, 21163-1217, SMU0121 | 12V 9T CW PMDD

Part Numbers

Product Description

The STG53065 starter motor is a 12V direct replacement starter designed for Kawasaki 651cc motorcycle and dirt bike applications. It fits a wide range of Kawasaki KL650 Tengai, KLR650, and KLX650 models from the late 1980s through the 2010s, providing dependable starting performance for compatible engines.

This starter features a Permanent Magnet Direct Drive (PMDD) design, 9-tooth pinion gear, and clockwise rotation. It is engineered to provide reliable cranking performance while maintaining compatibility with the original Kawasaki starter mounting and drive configuration.

The STG53065 replaces multiple OEM and aftermarket references, including Kawasaki 21163-1108 and 21163-1217, Arrowhead SMU0121, Lester 18690, and other listed cross-reference numbers. It is suitable as a replacement starter for daily riding, off-road use, and motorcycle maintenance applications.

Key Features

• 12V electrical system

• Permanent Magnet Direct Drive (PMDD) starter

• 9-tooth pinion gear

• Clockwise rotation

• Designed for Kawasaki 651cc engines

• Wide application coverage across KL650, KLR650, and KLX650 models

• Replaces Kawasaki 21163-1108 / 21163-1217

• Cross-references Arrowhead SMU0121 and Lester 18690

• New aftermarket replacement part

Specifications

Fitment

Applications:

• Kawasaki KL650 Tengai 1990-1991

• Kawasaki KLR650 / KL650 1987-2018

• Kawasaki KLR650 KL650 Camo 2017-2018

• Kawasaki KLX650 1993-1996

Compatible Part Numbers:
Kawasaki 21163-1108, 21163-1217
Arrowhead SMU0121, 410-54177
Barsanco 620-075
EMS KS-11
Hi Level STK0121
J & N 410-54177
Lester 18690
Minnpar 57-3288
PIC 191-359
Stockers Starters KS-11, KS-11A
Tucker Rocky 464254
Wilson Small Engine 71-26-18690