1972 Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach III. Image credits - Harald Holm.
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach III
Model year
1972
Category
Classic
Rating
3.7 See the detailed rating of design and look, engine performance, reliability, fun-factor, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine type
In-line three, two-stroke
Power output
58.0 HP (42.3 kW )) @ 7750 RPM
Torque
56.0 Nm (5.7 kgf-m or 41.3 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Top speed
186.0 km/h (115.6 mph)
1/4 mile (0.4 km)
12.40 seconds
Compression
6.8:1
Bore x stroke
60.0 x 58.8 mm (2.4 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor. 3 x Mikuni VM28SC
Fuel control
Port control
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Injectolube, automatic pressurized injection
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double tubular steel cradle
Front suspension
Telescopic hydraulic forks
Rear suspension
Dual shocks, swing arm
Front tire
3.25-19
Rear tire
4.00-18
Front brakes
Single disc
Diameter
200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake
Diameter
180 mm (7.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
174.0 kg (383.6 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
210.0 kg (463.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.3333 HP/kg
Wheelbase
1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter
Kick
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