Kawasaki KR-1S (1991)

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.

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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