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Kawasaki GPz 750 Turbo (1983-85)

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The Kawasaki GPz 750 Turbo, also known as the ZX750-E1, was a motorcycle produced from 1983 to 1985. It featured a four-stroke, turbocharged, transverse four-cylinder engine with Mikuni fuel injection and a digital ignition system. The bike had a capacity of 738 cc and a compression ratio of 7.8:1. It could produce a maximum power of 112 hp at 9000rpm and a torque of 99.1Nm at 6500rpm. The motorcycle had a 5-speed transmission with chain final drive. Its front suspension had 37mm air-adjustable forks, adjustable anti-dive and 130mm wheel travel, while the rear suspension had Kawasaki Uni-Trak air-adjustable single shock, adjustable for rebound damping and 104mm wheel travel. The bike had dual front brake discs (280mm) and a single rear brake disc (270mm). Its front tyre was 110/90 V18, and the rear tyre was 130/80 V18. The motorcycle had a length of 2,220mm, width of 740mm and a wheelbase of 1490mm. It had a dry weight of 223kg and wet weight of 241kg. Its fuel capacity was 18 litres or 4.8 US gallons. Its standing 1/4 mile time was 11.5 seconds, and its top speed was 218.8km/h or 136mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki GPz 750 Turbo / ZX750-E1

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, turbocharged, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 738 cc / 45.09 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 66 x 54 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.8:1
Cooling System: Air-cooled
Induction: Mikuni fuel injection
Ignition: Digital
Staring: Electric
Max Power: 112 hp / 82.4 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 99.1Nm / 73.1ft-lb @ 6500 rpm
Transmission / Drive: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 37mm air-adjustable forks, adjustable anti dive.
Front Wheel Travel: 130 mm / 5.1 in
Rear Suspension: Kawasaki Uni-Trak air-adjustable single shock, adjustable for rebound damping.
Rear Wheel Travel: 104 mm / 4.0 in
Front Brakes: 2x 280mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 270mm disc
Front Tyre: 110/90 V18
Rear Tyre: 130/80 V18
Dimensions: Length 2,220 mm / 87 inWidth 740 mm / 29 in
Wheel base: 1490 mm / 59 in
Seat Height: 780 mm / 31 in
Dry Weight: 223 kg / 492 lbs
Wet Weight: 241 kg / 531 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres / 4.8 US gal
Standing 1/4 Mile: 11.5 sec
Top Speed: 218.8 km/h / 136 mph

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Kawasaki GPZ250 (1983-85)

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The Kawasaki GPz 250 was produced from 1983 to 1985 and was equipped with a four-stroke parallel twin SOHC engine with a capacity of 248cc. It had a liquid-cooled system and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. The motorcycle had 2x Keihin CVK32 for induction, constant velocity, diaphragm-type, and electronic advance ignition. The spark plug used was NGK C8HA or ND U24FS-L.

The Kawasaki GPz 250 had an electric starting system and could generate 33 horsepower or 26.4 kW of power at 10,500 RPM. At 9500 RPM, it could produce 2.3 kgf-m or 16.6 lb-ft of torque. Clutch features included a wet, multi-disc, manual, and cable-actuated transmission with a six-speed gear system. A belt was used for the final drive.

The motorcycle weighed 146 kg or 321 pounds and featured a tubular diamond frame, hydraulic telescoping fork for front suspension, and Uni-Trak single-shock system for rear suspension. The front brakes used two discs, while the rear brakes were a single disc. Tyres used were 90/90-18 for the front and 110/80-18 for the rear. It had a fuel capacity of 17 litres or 4.4 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki GPz 250

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke parallel twin SOHC
Capacity: 248 cc / 15.1 cc-in
Bore x Stroke: 55 52.4 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Induction: 2x Keihin CVK32, Constant velocity, diaphragm-type.
Ignition: Electronic advance
Spark Plug: NGK C8HA or ND U24FS-L (Canada: NGK CR8HS or ND U24FSR-U)
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 33 hp / 26.4 kW @ 10500 rpm
Max Torque: 2.3 kgf-m / 16.6 lb-ft @ 9500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-disc, manual, cable-actuated
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Belt
Frame: Tubular diamond
Front Suspension: Hydraulic telescoping fork
Rear Suspension: Uni-Trak single-shock system
Front Brakes: 2x discs
Rear Brakes: Single disc
Front Tyre: 90/90-18
Rear Tyre: 110/80-18
Dry-Weight: 146 kg / 321 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17 Litres / 4.4 US gal

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Kawasaki ZN1200 Voyager (1983-85)

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The Kawasaki ZN1200 Voyager motorcycle was produced in 1983-1985 with a liquid-cooled four-stroke transverse six-cylinder engine that had a capacity of 1286 cc. With DOHC and 4 valves per cylinder, the engine had a compression ratio of 9.3:1 and was powered by a Mikuni fuel injection system. The ignition was battery-powered transistorized, and the starting was electric. The motorcycle could produce a maximum power of 96.9 kW/130 hp at 8000 rpm and a maximum torque of 118 Nm/12.03 kgf-m/87 ft. lbs at 6500 rpm. The bike had a 5-speed transmission and a final drive shaft with a gear ratio of 11.72 for the first gear and 4.26 for the final gear. The frame was a double-downtube, full-cradle frame with a box-section steel swingarm, and the suspension consisted of 41mm Kayaba air adjustable forks in the front and dual Kayaba shocks, fully adjustable in the rear. The brakes were 2x 266mm discs with 1 piston caliper in the front and a single 296mm disc with 1 piston caliper in the rear. The bike had a front tire size of 130/90-16 and a rear tire size of 150/90-15 with a seat height of 757mm/29.8in. The dry weight was 324.0 kg/714.3 lbs, and the wet weight was 417 kg/919lbs. It had a fuel capacity of 27 liters/7.1 US gallons and an average fuel consumption of 34 mpg. The standing 1/4 mile time was 13.1 sec/100 mph, and the top speed was 145 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki ZN 1300 Voyager

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke transverse six cylinder. DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 1286 cc / 78.5 cub in
Bore x Stroke: 62 x 71 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.3;1
Induction: Mikuni fuel injection
Ignition: Battery powered transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 96.9 kW / 130 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque: 118 Nm / 12.03 kgf-m / 87 ft. lbs @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Gear Ratio: transmission (1) 41/16, 2.56 (2)36/20.1.80 (3)33/24,1,38 (4)30/27,1.11 (5)27/29,0.93 overall (1) 11.72 (2) 8.23 (3) 6.29 (4) 5.08 (5) 4.26
Frame: Double-downtube, full-cradle frame; box-section steel swing arm
Front Suspension: 41mm Kayaba air adjustable forks
Rear Suspension: Dual Kayaba shocks, fully adjustable.
Front Brakes: 2x 266mm discs 1 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 296mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 130/90-16
Rear Tyre: 150/90-15
Seat Height: 757 mm / 29.8 in
Dry Weight: 324.0 kg / 714.3 lbs
Wet Weight: 417 kg / 919 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 27 Litres / 7.1 US gal
Standing 1/4 Mile: 13.1 sec / 100 mp/h
Consumption Average: 34 mpg
Top Speed: 145 mph

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Bimota HB3-S (1983-85)

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The Bimota HB3-S motorcycle was produced from 1983 to 1985, with only 101 units being made. It has a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC engine with 4 valves per cylinder, a capacity of 1062cc, and 9.7:1 compression ratio. It has an air/oil-cooled system with 4x 33mm Keihin carbs and electronic ignition. With a maximum power of 85.8 kW/115 hp at 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 100 Nm/73.4 lb-ft at 7500 rpm, it has a top speed of 235 km/h/146 mph.

The HB3-S has a frame formed from four parts and rear shock absorber crossbar. The lower cradle has two connecting plates made of machined avionic steel. The front suspension is Italia 40 mm with 8 settings with magnesium tubes, whereas the rear suspension is a slightly backward facing De Carbon shock absorber with 10 settings. The swing arm is made of chrome-molybdenum steel. It also has a front brake with 2x 280mm discs and a rear brake with a single 280mm disc. It rolls on a front tire of 3.5 x 16 and a rear tire of 4.24 x 16. Its dry weight is 239 kg / 526.9 lbs.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Bimota HB3-S

Year: 1983 – 85
Production: Included in 101 units for HB3
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 1062 cc / 64.8 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke: 70 x 69 mm / 2.75 x 2.71 in.
Compression Ratio: 9.7:1
Cooling System: Air / oil cooled
Induction: 4x 33mm Keihin carbs.
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 85.8 kW / 115 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque: 100 Nm / 10.2 kgf-m / 73.4 lb-ft. @ 7500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Formed from four parts. The main part linked with the steering tube with the rear shock absorber crossbar. Then there is a lower cradle with two connecting plates made of machined avionic steel .
Front Suspension: Italia 40 mm with 8 settings with magnesium tubes
Rear Suspension: Slightly backward facing De Carbon shock absorber with 10 settings. The swing arm is made of chrome-molybdenum steel.
Front Brakes: 2x 280mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 280mm disc
Front Tyre: 3.5 x 16
Rear Tyre: 4.24 x 16
Dry weight: 239 kg / 526.9 lbs
Top Speed: 235 km/h / 146 mph.

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Suzuki XN85D Turbo (1983-85)

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The Suzuki XN85D Turbo is a motorcycle that was produced from 1983 to 1985 with only 1,153 units ever made. It’s equipped with a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, turbocharged engine, and has a capacity of 673cc. The bike is air-cooled and has a compression ratio of 7.4:1, with Nippondenso electronic fuel injection as the induction system. The maximum power it can generate is 62 kW/85 hp @ 8000 rpm, while the max torque it can produce is 76.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm. It uses a 5-speed transmission and has a 530 chain final drive. The front suspension has 37mm Kayaba shocks and anti-dive adjustments, while the rear suspension has Suzuki Full Floater and one Kayaba damper. The bike has 2 x 290mm discs for the front brakes and a single 265mm disc for the rear. The dimensions of the Suzuki XN85D Turbo are 2160 mm in length, 750 mm in width, and has a wheelbase of 1486 mm. The dry weight is 218 kg, while the wet weight is 250 kg. It can hold up to 20 liters of fuel and has an average consumption of 6.9 L/100 km. Its standing ¼ mile record is 12.3 seconds with a top speed of 206 km/h.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki XN 85D Turbo

Year: 1983 – 85
Production: 1153 units
Engine: Four-stroke, transverse four cylinder, turbocharged, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 673 cc / 41.1 cu in
Cooling System: Air-cooled
Bore x Stroke: 62 x 55.8 mm
Compression Ratio: 7.4:1
Induction: Nippondenso electronic fuel injection
Ignition: Transistorize
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 62 kW / 85 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque: 76.4 Nm / 7.8 kgf-m / 56.4 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: 530 chain, 39/16
Final Reduction: 39/16
Front Suspension: 37mm Kayaba shocks, adjustments for spring preload, anti-dive
Front Wheel Travel: 150 mm / 5.9 in
Rear Suspension: Suzuki Full Floater, one Kayaba damper, 1 adjustment for spring preload
Rear Wheel Travel: 106 mm / 4.2 in
Front Brakes: 2 x 290mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 265mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 100/90 H16 Michelin A48
Rear Tyre: 120/90 H17 Michelin M48
Dimensions: Length: 2160 mm / 85.0 in Width: 750 mm / 30.0 in
Wheelbase: 1486 mm / 58.5 in
Seat Height: 762 mm / 30.0 in
Dry Weight: 218 kg / 479 lbs
Wet Weight: 250 kg / 551 lb lbs
Fuel Capacity: 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal / 4.4 Imp gal
Consumption Average: 6.9 L/100 km / 14.5 km/l / 34 US mpg / 40.8 Imp mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile: 12.3 sec / 171 km/h / 106 mph
Top Speed: 206 km/h / 128 mph

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Honda TL 125 (1983-85)

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The Honda TL 125 was a motorcycle produced between 1983-85. It featured a four-stroke, single-cylinder, OHC, 2-valve engine with a capacity of 123cc and boasted a maximum power of 9.3 hp at 8000 rpm, and maximum torque of 9 kgf-m at 4500 rpm. The bike had a steel tubular frame and weighed 88 kg. The front suspension was oil telescopic forks and the rear suspension was swinging arm oil shocks that were 5-way preload adjustable. The TL 125 had drum brakes both in the front and the rear and had a fuel capacity of 4.5 litres. The bike had a wet weight of 106 kg and had 2.75-21 and 4.00-18 tires. Its maximum speed was around 70 km/h.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda TL 125

Year: 1983-85
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, OHC, 2 valve
Capacity: 123 cc / 7.57 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 56,0 X 49,5 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.0;1
Induction: Mikuni VN24SH
Ignition: Flywheel magneto
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 9.3 hp / 6.6 kW @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque: 9 kgf-m @ 4500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Transmission: 5 speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Steel tubular frame 88 Kg weight 2.75-21 and 4.00-18 tires
Front Suspension: Oil telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm oil shocks 5-way preload adjustable.
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.75-21
Rear Tyre: 4.10-18
Wet Weight: 106.0 kg / 233.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 4.5 Litres / 1.2 US gal

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Ducati 350SL/TL Pantah (1983-85)

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The Ducati 350 SL/TL Pantah was produced from 1983-85 and featured a four stroke, 90 degrees L twin cylinder, Desmo SOHC engine with a capacity of 348.9 cc. It had a compression ratio of 10.4:1 and was fitted with Dell’Orto PHF30A induction and Bosch BTZ electronic ignition. The bike was capable of producing a maximum power output of 29.1 kW or 40 hp at 9600 rpm. The transmission was a wet, multiplate clutch with 5 speed gearbox and chain final drive ratio of 3.143:1. The front suspension was a 35 mm Paioli or Marzocchi fork while the rear suspension was a swingarm, Paioli twin shock with 3-way adjustable. The front brakes were two 260 mm discs while the rear brake was a single 260 mm disc. The bike had a top speed of 170 km/h or 106 mph for XL/TL models and 180 km/h or 112 mph for SL models. It had a fuel capacity of 18 L or 4.8 US gal/4.0 Imp gal and a dry weight of 177 kg or 390 lbs for XL/TL models and 176 kg or 389 lbs for SL models. The dimensions varied depending on the model with XL/TL models having a length of 2160 mm/85.0 in and a width of 710 mm/28.0 in, while the SL model had a length of 2150 mm/84.6 in and a width of 670 mm/26.4 in. The seat height also varied with XL/TL models having a height of 760 mm/29.9 in and SL models having a height of 740 mm/29.1 in. The bike was in production for a short period of time but managed to make an impact in the motorcycle world.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Ducati 350 SL / TL / XL

Year: 1983-85
Engine: Four stroke, 90 degrees L twin cylinder, Desmo SOHC, belt driven
Capacity: 348.9 cc / 21.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 66 x 51 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
Induction: Dell’Orto PHF30A
Spark Plug: Champion L82Y
Ignition: Bosch BTZ electronic
Battery: Yuasa 12V 14Ah
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 29.1 kW / 40 hp @ 9600 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multiplate
Transmission: 5 Speed
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.500 / 2nd 1.714 / 3rd 1.333 / 4th 1.074 / 5th 0.931:1
Final Drive: Chain
Final Drive Ratio: 3.143:1 (14/44)
Front Suspension: 35 mm Paioli or Marzocchi fork
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, Paioli twin shock, 3-way adjustable
Front Brakes: 2 x 260 mm Discs
Rear Brakes: Single 260 mm disc
Front Tyre: 3.00-18
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Dimensions: Length: XL / TL: 2160 mm / 85.0 in. SL: 2150 mm / 84.6 in Width: XL / TL: 710 mm / 28.0 in. SL 670 mm / 26.4 in
Wheelbase: 1450 mm / 57.1 in
Seat Height: XL / TL: 760 mm / 29.9 in SL: 740 mm / 29.1 in
Dry Weight: XL / TL: 177 kg / 390 lbs SL: 176 kg / 389 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 18 L / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Top Speed: XL / TL: 170 km/h / 106 mph SL: 180 km/h / 112 mph

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Kawasaki Z250LTD (1983-85)

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The Kawasaki Z250LTD was a four-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder motorcycle produced from 1983-85. It had a 248 cc capacity, a bore and stroke of 70 x 64mm, and was air cooled. The compression ratio was 8.9:1 and it had a carburetor induction system with battery ignition and an electric starter. The Z250LTD could reach a maximum power of 19 hp and torque of 18 Nm, with a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive. The front suspension was telescopic forks and the rear suspension was dual shocks, with both front and rear brakes being drum brakes. Tyres were 2.75-18 for the front and 4.60-16 for the rear, with a wet weight of 143 kg and fuel capacity of 8 litres or 2.1 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki Z 250LTD

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 248 cc / 15.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 70 x 64.mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.9:1
Induction: Carburetor
Ignition: Battery / coil
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 19 hp / 14 kW @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque: 18 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.75-18
Rear Tyre: 4.60-16
Wet Weight: 143 kg / 315 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 8 Litres / 2.1 US gal

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Harley Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster (1983-85)

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The Harley Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster was manufactured from 1983-85 and had a four-stroke, 45 degree V-twin, OHV engine with 2 valves per cylinder. The capacity was 997cc and it had a bore x stroke of 81.0 x 96.8mm with a compression ratio of 9.0:1. It had a single 34mm Keihin carburetor and an electronic ignition starting system. The maximum power output was 57hp/41.6kW at 5800rpm, but the maximum torque is not stated. The transmission was four-speed with a chain final drive.

It had a front suspension of 35mm Showa tubs diameter, 193mm wheel travel, and a rear suspension with dual Showa shocks that were spring preload adjustable, with 76mm wheel travel. Its front and rear brakes were both single 285mm discs. The front tyre was MJ 90-19 and the rear was MT 90-19. The bike weighed 240 kg/529 lbs and had a fuel capacity of 9 litres/2.3 US gal.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 997 cc / 60.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 81.0 x 96.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: Single 34mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 57 hp / 41.6 kW @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque: NA
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 35mm Showa tubs diameter 193mm wheel travel.
Rear Suspension: Dual Showa shocks spring preload adjustable, 76mm wheel travel.
Front Brakes: Single 285mm disc
Rear Brakes: Single 285mm disc
Front Tyre: MJ 90-19
Rear Tyre: MT 90-19
Wet Weight: 240 kg / 529 lba
Fuel Capacity: 9 Litres / 2.3 US gal

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Kawasaki KDX250 (1983-85)

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The Kawasaki KDX250 is a two-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle produced from 1983-85. It has a capacity of 249cc and is air-cooled with a compression ratio of 8.2:1. The bike is powered by a 36mm Mikuni carburetor and has a CDI ignition and kick start. It can reach a maximum power of 33hp at 7000rpm and a maximum torque of 3.5kgf-m at 6500rpm. The KDX250 has a 6-speed transmission and chain final drive. The front suspension is telescopic forks and the rear suspension is a mono shock. The bike has front and rear drum brakes and its tires are 3.00-21 in the front and 5.10-18 in the rear. The wheelbase is 1475mm and the seat height is 935mm. The bike weighs 111kg and has a fuel capacity of 12.5 liters. The KDX250 is related to the Kawasaki KLX.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki KDX 250

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder, reed valve
Capacity: 249 cc / 15.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 70 x 64.9 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.2:1
Induction: 36mm Mikuni carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 33 hp / 24.6 kW @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 3.5 kgf-m @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Mono Shock
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-21
Rear Tyre: 5.10-18
Wheelbase: 1475 mm / 58.0 in
Seat Height: 935 mm / 36.8 in
Dry Weight: 111 kg / 245 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 12.5 Litres / 3.3 US gal
Related Link: Kawasaki KLX

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Honda CB125T (1983-85)

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The Honda CB125T was a motorcycle produced from 1983 to 1985. Its engine was a four-stroke, twin-cylinder, OHC with two valves per cylinder, and had a capacity of 124 cc or 7.6 cu-in. The bore x stroke was 44 x 41mm, and the cooling system was air-cooled. The compression ratio was 7.4:1, and it had 2x Keihin 26mm slide type manual choke induction and CDI ignition. The motorcycle had a kick start and could reach a maximum power of 16.5 hp or 12.3 kW at 11,000rpm, and a maximum torque of 12 Nm or 8.8 lb-ft at 9000 rpm. The clutch was a multi-disc, wet type with a 5-speed transmission and a final chain drive.

Front suspension was provided by 31mm oil-damped telescopic forks, and the rear suspension was a pivoted fork with 2 coil springs that were hydraulically damped, adjustable to 5 preload settings. The front brake was a single 240mm disc, and the rear brake was a 130mm drum. The front and back tires were 2.75-18 and 3.00-18, respectively. Its dry weight was 114 kg or 230 lbs, and the fuel capacity was 11.5 Litres or 3.0 US gals. The bike could reach a top speed of 128.7 km/h or 80 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 125T

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, twin cylinder, OHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 44 x 41mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 7.4:1
Induction: 2x Keihin 26mm slide type manual choke
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 16.5 hp / 12.3 kW @ 11,000rpm
Max Torque: 12 Nm / 8.8 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Clutch: Multi-disc, wet
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 31mm oil-damped telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Pivoted fork, 2 coil spring, hydraulically damped, 5 preload settings
Front Brakes: Single 240mm disc
Rear Brakes: 130mm drum
Front Tyre: 2.75 -18
Rear Tyre: 3.00 -18
Dry Weight: 114 kg / 230 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 11.5 Litres / 3.0 US gal
Top Speed: 128.7 km/h / 80 mph

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Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic (1983-85)

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The Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic was produced from 1983-85 and is equipped with a four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin engine capable of 1337cc capacity and 71hp of maximum power at 5000 RPM. It has a chain final drive and uses a double-down tube full-cradle frame with a box-section steel swing arm. The motorcycle suspension consists of a center axle fork with 41mm tubes in the front and dual shock absorbers in the rear, which is adjustable for spring preload. Braking power is provided by twin 292mm discs with dual 4-piston calipers in the front and a single 292mm disc with a 4 piston caliper in the rear. The front and rear tires are both MT 90-16. The bike has a wet weight of 345.0 kg or 760 lbs and a fuel capacity of 19 liters or 5.0 US gallons. It has a 5-speed transmission, and the fuel is supplied by a 38mm Keihin carburetor. The bike’s compression ratio is 8.5:1 and the cooling system is air-cooled. The bore x stroke is 88.8 x 108 mm. The Electra Glide Classic is a classic and stylish motorcycle that provides a comfortable riding experience.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 1337 cc / 81.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 88.8 x 108 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Induction: 38mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 71 hp / 53.3 kW @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque: 82.5 ft-lb / 111.8 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Double-downtube, full-cradle frame box-section steel swing arm
Front Suspension: Center-axle fork with 41mm tubes
Frnt Wheel Travel: 117 mm / 4.6 in
Rear Suspension: Dual shock absorbers, adjustable for spring preload
Rear Wheel Travel: 97 mm / 3.8 in
Front Brakes: 2x 292mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc 4 piston caliper
Front Tyre: MT 90-16
Rear Tyre: MT 90-16
Wet Weight: 345.0 kg / 760 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19 Litres / 5.0 US gal

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BMW K100RS (1983-85)

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The BMW K100RS is a sport touring motorcycle manufactured by BMW Motorrad from 1983 to 1985. It features a liquid-cooled inline-four engine with a capacity of 987cc, producing 90 horsepower and 58 pound-feet of torque.

The K100RS was designed as a successor to the BMW R100RS and aimed to offer improved performance, handling, and comfort for long-distance touring. It was praised for its smooth power delivery, low vibration, and stable handling on the highway.

The bike also comes with advanced features for its time, such as electronic fuel injection and a digital instrument cluster. It has a top speed of around 130 mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under 5 seconds.

The K100RS underwent some changes for the 1985 model year, with a revised fairing design and a larger fuel tank. It was also given a new name, the K100RS 8v, to reflect the updated engine specifications.

Overall, the BMW K100RS is a highly regarded motorcycle for its combination of performance, comfort, and advanced features. It has gained a following among enthusiasts and collectors, with some owners customizing their bikes for a more personalized look and riding experience.

Technical specifications:

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BMW K100 (1983-85)

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The BMW K100 motorcycle was produced from 1983 to 1985 with a total of 11,549 units made by 1987. The engine was a four-stroke, horizontal in-line four-cylinder with a capacity of 987cc and a compression ratio of 10.2:1. It was liquid-cooled with electronic injection and a wet sump lubrication system. The bike had a maximum power output of 65.6 kW/90 hp at 8000 rpm and maximum torque of 86 Nm/8.8 kgf-m/63 ft-lb. The transmission was a 5-speed with a final drive through a shaft. The bike had a tubular space frame with the engine serving as a load-bearing component. The suspension was a telescopic fork with a hydraulic shock absorber on the front and a monolever swinging arm on the back. The bike was equipped with alloy wheels with an 8-spoke design and 2.50 x 18 MT H2 front rim and 2.75 x 17 MT H2 rear rim. The brakes included dual 285 mm discs with 2-piston calipers on the front and a single 285 mm disc with a 1-piston caliper on the rear. The bike had a wet weight of 239 kg/527 lbs and a fuel capacity of 22 liters/5.8 US gal. It had an average consumption of 6.1 l/100 km/16.3 km/l/38.3 US mpg and a top speed of 216.3 km/h/124.4 mph. The bike was available in red and silver colors and had a quarter-mile standing time of 11.9 seconds at 177 km/h/110 mph.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: BMW K100

Year: 1983 – 85
Production: 11549 units from 1983 to 1987
Engine: Four stroke, horizontal in line four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 987 cc / 60.2 cub. in
Bore x Stroke: 67 x 70 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Lubrication: Wet sump
Engine Oil: 10W40
Exhaust: Rust resistant steel, 4 into 1
Induction: Electronic injection, Bosch LE-Jetronic
Ignition: Electronic injection, Bosch LE-Jetronic
Spark Plug: Bosch XR 5 DC / Beru 12-5 DU / Champion A 85 YC
Battery: 20Ah
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 65.6 kW / 90 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Power Rear Wheel: 61.7 kW / 83.9 hp @ 8250
Max Torque: 86 Nm / 8.8 kgf-m / 63 ft-lb
Clutch: Dry, single plate, cable operated
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Gear Ratio: 1st 4.50 / 2nd 2.96 / 3rd 2.30 / 4th 1.88 / 5th 1.61:1
Frame: Tubular space frame, engine serving as load bearing component
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork with hydraulic shock absorber
Front Wheel Travel: 185 mm / 7.3 in
Rear Suspension: Monolever swinging arm
Rear Wheel Travel: 110 mm / 4.3 in.
Front Brakes: 2 x 285 mm discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 285 mm disc 1 piston caliper
Wheels: Alloy, 8 spoke
Front Rim: 2.50 x 18 MT H 2
Rear Rim: 2.75 x 17 MT H 2
Front Tyre: 100/90-18
Rear Tyre: 130/90-17
Dimensions: Length 2220 mm / 87.4 in Width 960 mm / 37.8 in Height 1155 mm / 45.5 in
Wheelbase: 1516 m /59.7 in.
Ground Clearance: 175 mm / 6.9 in.
Seat Height: 810 mm / 31.90 in.
Wet Weight: 239 kg / 527 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 22 Liters / 5.8 US gal
Average Consumption: 6.1 l/100 km / 16.3 km/l / 38.3 US mpg
Braking 60km/h / 37 mph – 0: 14.8 m / 48.6 ft
Braking 100 km/h / 62 mph – 0: 41.8 m / 137 ft
Standing 1/4 Mile: 11.9 sec / 177 km/h / 110 mph
Standing 0 – 100 km/h / 62 mph: 4.3 sec
Top Speed: 216.3 km/h / 124.4 mph
Colours: Red, Silver
Manual: Epll.no-ip.com
Review: Epll.no-ip.com / Beemergarage.com / flyingbrick.de

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Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983-85)

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The Ducati 350XL Pantah (1983-85) motorcycle is a four-stroke, 90 degrees L twin-cylinder, Desmo SOHC, belt-driven bike with a capacity of 348.9 cc. Its compression ratio is 10.4:1, and it uses Dell’Orto PHF30A induction and a Champion L82Y spark plug with Bosch BTZ electronic ignition. The bike has a Yuasa 12V 14Ah battery and electric starting. It can produce a maximum power of 29.1 kW / 40 hp at 9600 rpm.

The clutch is a wet, multiplate design, and the bike has a five-speed transmission with gear ratios of 1st 2.500 / 2nd 1.714 / 3rd 1.333 / 4th 1.074 / 5th 0.931:1. Final drive is via chain with a final drive ratio of 3.143:1 (14/44). The front suspension is a 35 mm Paioli or Marzocchi fork, while the rear suspension features a swingarm, Paioli twin shock, and 3-way adjustable settings. Braking comes from two 260 mm discs at the front and a single 260 mm disc at the rear.

The bike measures 2160 mm (85.0 in) in length (XL / TL models) or 2150 mm (84.6 in) for the SL model. Width is either 710 mm (28.0 in) for the XL / TL models, or 670 mm (26.4 in) for the SL model. The wheelbase is 1450 mm (57.1 in), and seat height is either 760 mm (29.9 in) for the XL / TL models, or 740 mm (29.1 in) for the SL model. Dry weight is either 177 kg (390 lbs) for the XL / TL models, or 176 kg (389 lbs) for the SL model. The fuel capacity is 18 L (4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal), and the top speed is either 170 km/h (106 mph) for the XL / TL models or 180 km/h (112 mph) for the SL model.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Ducati 350 SL / TL / XL

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Suzuki DR500S (1983-85)

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The Suzuki DR500S was a motorcycle model produced between 1983 and 1985. It featured a four-stroke, single-cylinder engine with a capacity of 498 cc and a compression ratio of 8.9:1. The engine was air-cooled and had a wet sump lubrication system. The bike had a Mikuni 35SS slingshot induction and a PEI pointless ignition, with a kick start mechanism. The maximum power output was 26 kW (36 hp) at 6500 rpm, with a maximum torque of 42 Nm at 5000 rpm. The clutch was wet and multi-plate, with a 5-speed constant mesh transmission and a chain, O-ring final drive. The front suspension was telescopic Showa 36mm, while the rear suspension was a swinging arm with adjustable spring preload and adjustable compression damping. The bike had front and rear drum brakes, with a front wheel travel of 230 mm and a rear wheel travel of 220 mm. The Suzuki DR500S had a dry weight of 128 kg (282 lbs) and a wet weight of 148 kg (326 lbs), with a wheelbase of 1465 mm and a seat height of 870 mm. The ground clearance was 270 mm and the fuel capacity was 9 litres, with an additional 2 litres for fuel reserve. The top speed of the Suzuki DR500S was 136 km/h (84.5 mph).

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki DR 500S

Year: 1983 – 85
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves, TSCC
Capacity: 498 cc / 30.4 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 82 mm
Compression Ratio: 8.9:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Lubrication System: Wet sump
Induction: Mikuni 35SS, slingshot
Ignition: PEI pointless
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 26 kW / 36 hp @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque: 42 Nm / 4.3 kgf-m / 31 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Transmission: 5 Speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Chain, O-ring
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.42 / 2nd 1.63 / 3rd 1.63 / 4th 1.00 / 5th 0.83:1
Primary Drive Ratio: 2.39:1
Final Drive Ratio: 3.36:1
Front Suspension: Telescopic Showa 36mm, oil damped
Front Wheel Travel: 230 mm / 9.1″
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm , adjustable spring preload, gas/oil damped, adjustable compression damping
Rear Wheel Travel: 220 mm / 8.7″
Front Brakes: Drum, 150 mm, expanding
Rear Brakes: Drum, 150 mm, expanding
Front Tyre: 3.00-21
Rear Tyre: 4.60-18
Dry Weight: 128 kg / 282 lbs
Wet-Weight: 148 kg / 326 lbs
Wheelbase: 1465 mm / 57.7″
Seat Height: 870 mm / 34.3″
Ground Clearance: 270 mm / 10.6″
Fuel Capacity: 9 Litres / 2.4 US gal / 2.0 Imp gal
Fuel Reserve: 2 Litres / 2.1 US qt / 1.8 Imp qt
Top Speed: 136 km/h / 84.5 mph

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