1979 Kawasaki KZ 400 LTD

Kawasaki KZ 400 LTD
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki KZ 400 LTD
Year
1979
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
  3.2 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
24.29 cubic inches (398.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 4 stroke
Power
36.0 horsepowers (26.9 kiloWatts) at 8500 RPM
Torque
23.01 pound-foot/lbf-ft (31.20 Nm / 3.18 kgf-m) at 7000 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
3.91 x 3.78 inches (64.0 x 62.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric and kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
151.3 kmh (94.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
6.35 inches (104.0 mm)
Front tyre
3.25-18
Rear tyre
3.50-18
Front brake
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
13.79 inches (226.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
10.98 inches (180.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
374.8 pounds (170.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
83.7 inches (1371 mm)
Overall length
126.9 inches (2080 mm)
Ground clearance
7.6 inches (125 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Reserve fuel capacity
0.50 gallons (1.9 litres)
Oil capacity
0.77 gallons (2.9 litres)

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