The Kawasaki Z 650SR-D2, produced in 1979, is a motorcycle with a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC engine that has a capacity of 652 cc. The bike has a compression ratio of 9.5:1 and uses a dry sump lubrication system with an oil capacity of 7.4 US pints. Induction is achieved through 22mm Mikuni slide/needle carburetors and battery & coil ignition. The Z 650SR-D2 has a maximum power output of 66 hp and a maximum torque of 5.8 kgf-m at 7000 rpm. It has a wet, multi-plate clutch and 5-speed transmission with a final chain drive.
The frame of the motorcycle is constructed from steel twin-loop cradle and features telescopic hydraulic fork front suspension and a swinging fork rear suspension. The front brakes consist of two 300mm discs, while the rear has a single 300mm disc. The Z 650SR-D2 has a wheelbase of 1437mm and a dry weight of 211kg. It has a fuel capacity of 16.6 liters and an average fuel consumption of 16.8 km/lit. The standing 1/4 mile time is 13.8 seconds and the top speed of the bike is 186 km/h or 115.5 mph.
Overall, the Kawasaki Z 650SR-D2 is a powerful and well-built motorcycle designed for speed and performance on the road. With its reliable engine, sturdy frame, and impressive range of features, this bike is a great option for anyone looking for a classic motorcycle that can still hold its own on modern roads today.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Kawasaki Z 650SR-D2 (Stateside Replica)
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Capacity | 652 cc / 39.7 in |
| Bore x Stroke | 62 54 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Oil Capacity | 7.4 US pint |
| Induction | 22mm Mikuni slide/needle carburetors |
| Ignition | Battery & coil |
| Battery | 12V-10AH |
| Starting | Electric & kick |
| Max Power | 66 hp / 48.2 kW @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 5.8 kgf-m / 57 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Gear Ratio | 1st 15.63:1 2nd 10.93:1 3rd 8.52:1 4th 6.97:1 5th 5.97:1 |
| Frame | Steel twin loop cradle |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic hydraulic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Swinging fork |
| Front Brakes | 2x 300mm Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single 300mm Disc |
| Front Tyre | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tyre | 4.00-18 |
| Rake | 27 o |
| Trail | 106 mm / 4.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 1437 mm / 56.6 in |
| Seat Height | 800 mm / 31.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 152 mm / 6.0 in |
| Dry Weight | 211 kg / |
| Wet Weight | 219 kg / 483.0 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 Litres / 4.4 US gal |
| Consumption Average | 16.8 km/lit |
| Standing 1/4 Mile | 13.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h / 115.5 mph |
