Engineering:Kawasaki KLR600
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The Kawasaki KLR600 is a dual-sport motorcycle that is intended for on or off-road riding. It was introduced in 1984[1] and competed with the Honda XR600, Suzuki DR600 and Yamaha XT 600. It was introduced as a kickstart only motorcycle using KACR (Kawasaki Automatic Compression Release. The next year electric start was added.[2] It utilizes a single cylinder, four stroke, DOHC (dual overhead cam) engine. It was replaced by the Kawasaki KLR650.
Specifications
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, water-cooled, four-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves |
|---|---|
| Carburetion | Keihin CVK-40 constant velocity carburetor |
| Displacement | 564 cc[1] |
| Bore × Stroke | 96 mm × 78 mm (3.8 in × 3.1 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Cooling System | liquid cooled[1] |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.0 US gallons (11 l) |
| Wheelbase | 57.8 in (1,468 mm) |
| Dry Weight | 341.7 lb (155.0 kg) |
| Curb Weight | 370.4 lb (168.0 kg) |
| Suspension | Front: 38mm Telescoping; Rear: Uni-Trak |
| Suspension/Wheel Travel | Front: 8.9 in (226 mm); Rear: 8.7 in (221 mm) |
| Tires | Front: 3.00-21 Rear: 5.10-17 |
| Brakes | Front: 1 disc 220 mm disc; Rear: 1 rear drum |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Final drive | Chain |
Changes over the years
| 1984 | Introduction |
|---|---|
| 1985 | Electric Start Added [2] |
| 1986 | Final Year [4] |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/kawasaki/kawasaki_klr600%2084.htm
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 https://www.souperdoo.com/stuff%20that%20i%20think%20about/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-a-lkr-kickstarter-but-were-afraid-or-too-smart-to-ask
- ↑ https://www.ultimatespecs.com/motorcycles-specs/kawasaki/kawasaki-klr-600-1984
- ↑ Kawasaki KLR650
- https://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Kawasaki_KLR600
- http://www.jimrandall.net/KLR600/klr600.htm
- http://georgiaoffroad.com/dirtbike.php?model=84klr600&modelid=202
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