1985 Kawasaki Z 550 F. Joakim Rosen.
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki Z 550 F
Year
1985
Category
Touring
Rating
3.4 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
553.0 ccm (33.74 cubic inches)
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
56.0 HP (40.9 kW )) @ 9000 RPM
Torque
48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Max RPM
10000
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
58.0 x 52.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor. TK K26V
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
Transistor
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet plate
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front brakes
Double disc
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
184.0 kg (405.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.3043 HP/kg
Overall height
1105 mm (43.5 inches)
Overall length
2235 mm (88.0 inches)
Overall width
750 mm (29.5 inches)
Ground clearance
160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Fuel capacity
18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity
3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter
Electric
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