| General information | 
  
    | Model name | Kawasaki Z 550 LTD | 
    | Model year | 1983 | 
    | Category | Sport | 
    | Rating | 3.6   Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Displacement | 553.0 ccm (33.74 cubic inches) | 
    | Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | 
    | Power output | 50.0 HP (36.5  kW)) @ 8500 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 178.0 km/h (110.6 mph) | 
    | Compression | 9.5:1 | 
    | Bore x stroke | 58.0 x 52.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches) | 
    | Valves per cylinder | 2 | 
    | Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | 
    | Cooling system | Air | 
    | Gearbox | 6-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Chain  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
  
    | Front tire | 3.25-19 | 
    | Rear tire | 130/90-16 | 
    | Front brakes | Dual disc | 
    | Rear brakes | Expanding brake | 
    
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 211.0 kg (465.2 pounds) | 
    | Fuel capacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons) | 
    
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