The Kawasaki Z1-A was a popular motorcycle model produced in 1974. It featured a four stroke, transverse four cylinder engine with a capacity of 903 cc and 2 valves per cylinder. The engine had a compression ratio of 8.5:1 and a maximum power output of 82 hp at 8500 rpm. The Z1-A also had a wet sump, trachoid pump lubrication system and 4 x 28mm Mikuni VM28SC induction. The motorcycle had both electric and kick starting options and a wet, multi-plate clutch. Its transmission had 5 speeds and a chain final drive. The Z1-A’s frame was made of double tubular steel cradle, and its suspension consisted of 36mm telescopic forks in the front and dual shock with 5-way preload adjustment in the rear. Its braking system included a single 296mm disc with 2 piston caliper in the front and a 200mm drum in the rear. The motorcycle had a top speed of 135 mph and could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds. Its fuel capacity was 18 litres or 4.7 gallons and its average consumption was 48 mpg. The Z1-A was also noted for its braking distance, being able to stop from 30 mph to 0 in 29 feet and from 60 mph to 0 in 126 feet. Overall, the Kawasaki Z1-A was a powerful and reliable motorcycle model that was popular among riders during its time.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Kawasaki Z1-A
| Year | 1974 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 903 cc / 55.1 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke | 66 x 66 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Lubrication | Wet sump, trachoid pump |
| Air Filtration | Treated synthetic fiber |
| Induction | 4 x 28mm Mikuni VM28SC |
| Ignition | Battery and coil |
| Starting | Electric & kick |
| Max Power | 82 hp / 59.8 kW @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 73.5 Nm / 54.3 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Primary Drive | Straight cut gears |
| Gear Ratio | 1st 12.79:1 2nd 8.84:1 3rd 6.74:1 4th 5.58:1 5th 4.92:1 |
| Frame | Double tubular steel cradle |
| Front Suspension | 36mm Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shock, 5-way preload adjustment |
| Front Brakes | Single 296mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Rear Brakes | 200mm drum |
| Front Tyre | 3.25 H19 |
| Rear Tyre | 4.00 S18 |
| Rake | 27 o |
| Trail | 3.75 in. |
| Dimensions | Length 2209.8 mm / 87.0 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1498.6 mm / 59.0 in |
| Handlebar Width | 818 mm / 32.2 in. |
| Seat Height | 812.8 mm / 32.0 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm / 6.75 in. |
| Dry Weight | 230 kg / 507 lbs |
| Wet Weight | 247.6 lbs / 546 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 18 Litres / 4.7 gal |
| Consumption Average | 48 mpg |
| Braking Distance 30 mph – 0 | 29.00 ft. |
| Braking Distance 60 mph – 0 | 126.00 ft. |
| Acceleration 0-30 mph | 2.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0-60 mph | 4.8 sec |
| Standing 1/4 Mile | 12.3 sec / 112 mph |
| Top Speed | 135 mph |
