1980 Kawasaki Z 550 LTD

Kawasaki Z 550 LTD
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki Z 550 LTD
Year
1980
Category
Sport touring
Rating
  3.5 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
33.74 cubic inches (553.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 8500 RPM
Torque
30.24 pound-foot/lbf-ft (41.00 Nm / 4.18 kgf-m) at 7000 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
3.54 x 3.20 inches (58.0 x 52.4 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
178.0 kmh (110.6 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
130/90-16
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
465.2 pounds (211.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
88.5 inches (1450 mm)
Overall length
136.4 inches (2235 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.43 gallons (13.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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