The Kawasaki KR1S is a high-performance sports motorcycle produced in 1991. It is equipped with a two-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder engine with Electronic Variable Exhaust Valve (KIPS) technology and a capacity of 249cc. The carburetor is Keihin PWK, and the ignition system is Capacitor Discharge. The bike has a kick start, and its maximum power is 43.2 kW @ 10500 rpm with a maximum torque of 40.2 Nm @ 10500 rpm. Transmission is six-speed, and final drive is via chain.
The bike features a Tubular Diamond frame and Aluminium Extruded E-Box frame, which combined with the air-assisted telescopic front fork and Bottom Link Uni-Trak rear suspension, provide stability and precision even at high speeds. The braking system includes 2x discs with 4-piston calipers in the front and a single disc with 2-piston caliper at the rear. The machine runs on 100/70 VR17 front tyre and 130/60 VR18 rear tyre.
The bike measures 1,365 mm in height, 2,015 mm in length, and 695 mm in width, with a wheelbase of 1,365mm and seat height of 755mm. Its dry weight is 131 kg, and it has a fuel capacity of 16.0 litres. The bike’s average fuel consumption is 36mpg. The Kawasaki KR1S can reach a top speed of 217.7 km/h and achieve a standing 1/4 Mile in 12.9 seconds with a speed of 108mph. The bike has a rake of 24.0 degrees and a trail of 90 mm.
Overall, the Kawasaki KR1S is a powerful and agile sports motorcycle equipped with advanced technology that provides a precise and stable riding experience at high speeds. Its performance capabilities make it a desirable model for those seeking a compact bike with race-inspired features.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Kawasaki KR1S
| Year | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Ttwo stroke, parallel twin cylinder, Electronic variable exhaust valve ( KIPS ) equipment |
| Capacity | 249 cc / 15.2 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke | 56.0 x 50.6 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 |
| Induction | 2x 28mm Keihin PWK carburetor |
| Ignition | Capacitor discharge |
| Starting | Kick |
| Max Power | 59.1 hp / 43.2 kW) @ 10500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 40.2 Nm / 4.1 kgf-m @ 10500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Tubular diamond, Aluminium extruded E-Box frame |
| Front Suspension | 41mm stanchions, air assisted telescopic fork with unstepped preload adjustment |
| Rear Suspension | Bottom Link Uni-Trak with air adjustable gas shock, unstepped preload, and four-way rebound damping |
| Front Brakes | 2x discs 4 piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tyre | 100/70 VR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/60 VR18 |
| Rake | 24.0 degrees |
| Trail | 90 mm / 3.5 in |
| Dimensions | Height 1,365 mm / 53.7 in Length 2,015 mm / 79.3 in Width 695 mm / 27.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 1365 mm / 53.7 in |
| Seat Height | 755 mm / 29.7 in |
| Dry Weight | 131 kg / 288.8 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 Litres / 4.2 gal |
| Consumption Average | 36 mpg |
| Standing 1/4 Mile | 12.9 sec / 108 mph 173.8 km/h |
| Top Speed | 135.3 mph / 217.7 km/h |
