1985 Kawasaki ZL 900 Eliminator

Kawasaki ZL 900 Eliminator
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki ZL 900 Eliminator
Year
1985
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
55.41 cubic inches (908.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
105.0 horsepowers (78.3 kiloWatts) at 9500 RPM
Torque
62.92 pound-foot/lbf-ft (85.30 Nm / 8.70 kgf-m) at 8000 RPM
Compression
11:1
Bore x stroke
4.42 x 3.36 inches (72.5 x 55.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
215.7 kmh (134.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
29.0°
Trail
6.22 inches (102.0 mm)
Front suspension travel
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
6.71 inches (110.0 mm)
Front tyre
100/90-18 56h
Rear tyre
160/80-15 74h
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
524.7 pounds (238.0 kg)
Seat height
45.5 inches (745 mm)
Wheelbase
97.3 inches (1595 mm)
Overall length
136.7 inches (2240 mm)
Overall width
49.4 inches (810 mm)
Overall height
65.6 inches (1075 mm)
Ground clearance
8.8 inches (145 mm)
Fuel capacity
2.91 gallons (11.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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