1987 Kawasaki KX 500. Submitted by anonymous user..
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki KX 500
Year
1987
Category
Cross / motocross
Rating
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Engine and transmission
Displacement
499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine type
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
65.0 HP (47.4 kW ))
Compression
8.5:1
Fuel system
Carburettor. Keihin flat-slide
Fuel control
Membrane & variable discharge openings
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
pre-mix
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
wet plate
Exhaust system
expansion chamber
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
steel tubing, aluminum rear subframe
Front suspension
showa forks
Front wheel travel
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear suspension
monoshock
Rear wheel travel
330 mm (13.0 inches)
Front tire
-21
Rear tire
130/90-19
Front brakes
Single disc. hydraulic single piston
Rear brakes
Single disc. hydraulic single piston
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity
15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
racing green, blue seat
Starter
Kick
Comments
insanely fast, lots of excess power.
Modifications compared to previous model
new head, better cooling. last year of thrust washers in gearbox (lasts indefinitely).
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