General information |
Model name
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Kawasaki Z 500 |
Model year
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1980 |
Category
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Classic |
Rating
|
3.9 See the detailed rating of design and look, engine performance, reliability, fun-factor, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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In-line four, four-stroke |
Power output
|
52.0 HP (38.0 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
Torque
|
44.1 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
Top speed
|
180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) |
Compression
|
9.5:1 |
Bore x stroke
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55.0 x 52.4 mm (2.2 x 2.1 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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2 |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. TK |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Cooling system
|
Air |
Gearbox
|
6-speed |
Transmission type
|
Chain (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Front suspension
|
Telescopic fork |
Rear suspension
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Dual shocks |
Front tire
|
3.25-19 |
Rear tire
|
3.75-18 |
Front brakes
|
Double disc |
Rear brakes
|
Single disc |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
|
210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
Fuel capacity
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15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Black, red, blue |
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