1987 Kawasaki KX 500 technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: KX 500
Years: 1987
Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder, read valve
Capacity: 499 cc / 30.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 86 x 86mm
Compression Ratio: 8.4:1
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Exhaust: Expansion chamber
Lubrication: Premix
Induction: Mikuni VM3$SSwkhova1 bore and R-Slkk carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 63,5 hp / 46,7 kW @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 65,7 Nm 48.4 lb-ft / @ 6000 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Primary Reduction: 2.538
Final Reduction: 3.357
Gear Ratio: 1st 2.000 2nd 1.450 3rd 1.181 4th 0.954 5th 0.791
Frame: Chrome-moly steel tubing, aluminum rear subframe
Front Suspension: Leading-axle, 43mm air-assisted forks with adjustable compression damping
Front Wheel Travel: 292 mm / 11.5 in
Rear Suspension: Uni Trak, damping-ad
Rear Wheel Travel: 330 mm / 13.0 in
Front Brakes: Single 220mm disc
Rear Brakes: Single 190mm disc
Front Tyre: 3.00 -21
Rear Tyre: 110/100 18
Trail: 122 mm / 4.8 in
Wheelbase: 1514 mm / 59.6 in
Seat Height: 950 mm / 37.3 in
Ground Clearance: 325 mm / 12.8 in
Dry Weight: 100 kg / 220.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 9 Litres / 2.4 US gal

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