Kawasaki GPX 600R Ninja (1987)

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The Kawasaki GPX 600R Ninja Limited Edition motorcycle was produced in 1987. Its engine is a 598cc four-stroke transverse four-cylinder, DOHC, with four valves per cylinder that can produce a maximum power output of 84 horsepower at 11,000 rpm. The cooling system is liquid-cooled, and the compression ratio is 11.71. The lubrication is wet sump with an induction of 4x 32mm Keihin CV carburetors. It has electronic ignition and electric starting. The maximum torque output is 42 ft-lb at 9000 rpm, and the maximum power output to the rear tyre is 74.8 hp at 10300 rpm. The clutch is a wet, multiple discs and cable-operated, with a six-speed transmission and a chain final drive.

The motorcycle features a 38mm Telescopic front suspension with electronic anti-drive, and a rear suspension that is rising-rate monoshock with adjustable preload and rebounding preload. The bike also has 2x 270mm front brakes with one 130mm rear disc brake. The front and rear tyres of the bike are 110/80 V16 and 130/90 V16, respectively, with a wheelbase of 1425 mm and a seat height of 760 mm. The bike weighs 173 kg when dry, and its fuel capacity is 19.5 litres. Overall, the Kawasaki GPX 600R Ninja Limited Edition is a high-performance motorcycle that packs a punch in terms of speed and agility, making it a top choice for riders who want a thrilling ride.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki GPX 600RX Ninja Limited Edition

Year: 1987


Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 598 cc / 36.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 60 x 52.4 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 11.71
Lubrication: Wet sump
Induction: 4x 32mm Keihin CV carburetors
Ignition: Digital
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 84 hp / 62 kW @ 11000 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre: 74.8 hp @ 10300 rpm
Max Torque: 42 ft-lb / 5.8kgf-m @ 9000 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain

Front Suspension: 38mm Telescopic with electronic anti-drive.
Rear Suspension: Rising rate monoshock with adjustable preload and rebounding preload.
Front Brakes: 2x 270mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 130mm disc
Front Tyre: 110/80 V16
Rear Tyre: 130/90 V16
Wheelbase: 1425 mm / 56.1 in
Seat Height: 760 mm / 30.0 in
Dry Weight: 173 kg / 381 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19.5 Litres / 5.1 US gal

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