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Kawasaki KX 500
General moped information | |
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| Model | Kawasaki KX 500 |
| Year | 1987 |
| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Rating | 64.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Power | 65.00 HP (47.4 kW)) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin flat-slide |
| Fuel control | Membrane & variable discharge openings |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Lubrication system | pre-mix |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Clutch | wet plate |
| Exhaust system | expansion chamber |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | steel tubing, aluminum rear subframe |
| Front tyre dimensions | -21 |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-19 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. hydraulic single piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. hydraulic single piston |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
| Color options | racing green, blue seat |
| Comments | insanely fast, lots of excess power. |
| Modifications compared to previous model | new head, better cooling. last year of thrust washers in gearbox (lasts indefinitely). |
