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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Kawasaki W2 |
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Year of manufacture
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1968 |
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Type
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Allround |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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624.0 ccm (38.08 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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In-line four, four-stroke |
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Output
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53.0 HP (38.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM |
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Top speed
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185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
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Compression
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9.0:1 |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Two |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Ignition
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Battery |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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4-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Duplex steel cradle |
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Front suspension
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Telescopic |
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Rear suspension
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Swingarm |
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Front tire
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3.25-19 |
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Rear tire
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3.50-18 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Wheels
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Spoked |
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Seat
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Dual |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Overall height
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1060 mm (41.7 inches) |
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Overall length
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2126 mm (83.7 inches) |
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Overall width
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880 mm (34.6 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1415 mm (55.7 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
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Oil capacity
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3.20 litres (3.38 US quarts) |
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Other specifications |
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Further information |
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| Ask questions | Join the 68 Kawasaki W2 discussion group or the general Kawasaki discussion group. |
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Rating sample for this Kawasaki bike
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Racing track capabilities for the 1968 Kawasaki W2:
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