1985 Kawasaki KLR 600

Kawasaki KLR 600
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Kawasaki KLR 600
Kawasaki KLR 600
Kawasaki KLR 600

General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki KLR 600
Year
1985
Category
Enduro / offroad
Rating
  3.9 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
34.42 cubic inches (564.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke
Power
42.0 horsepowers (31.3 kiloWatts) at 6000 RPM
Torque
33.91 pound-foot/lbf-ft (45.97 Nm / 4.69 kgf-m) at 5500 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
5.86 x 4.76 inches (96.0 x 78.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
5.11 litres/100 km, 19.6 km/l or 46.0 mpg
Top speed
155.0 kmh (96.3 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front suspension travel
13.91 inches (228.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
13.49 inches (221.0 mm)
Front tyre
90/90-21
Rear tyre
130/80-17
Front brake
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
13.42 inches (220.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
299.8 pounds (136.0 kg)
Wet weight
341.7 pounds (155.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.04 gallons (11.5 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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