1966 Kawasaki W1

Kawasaki W1
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki W1
Year
1966
Category
Allround
Rating
  3.4 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
38.08 cubic inches (624.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 4 stroke
Power
52.3 horsepowers (39.0 kiloWatts) at 6500 RPM
Torque
40.49 pound-foot/lbf-ft (54.90 Nm / 5.60 kgf-m) at 5500 RPM
Compression
8.7:1
Bore x stroke
4.52 x 4.43 inches (74.0 x 72.6 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
140.0 kmh (87.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.50-18
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
399.0 pounds (181.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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