1980 Kawasaki Z 500

Kawasaki Z 500
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Kawasaki Z 500
Kawasaki Z 500
Kawasaki Z 500

General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki Z 500
Year
1980
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.9 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
52.0 horsepowers (38.8 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
32.51 pound-foot/lbf-ft (44.07 Nm / 4.49 kgf-m) at 7500 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
3.36 x 3.20 inches (55.0 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
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
180.0 kmh (111.8 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.75-18
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
463.0 pounds (210.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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