Specification KAWASAKI GPZ 500 S – 2001
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Engine
| Engine Capacity (cm³) | 499.0 |
|---|---|
| Type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Details | - |
| Bore × Stroke (mm) | 74.0 x 58.0 |
| Compression | - |
| Valves/Cylinder | 4 |
| Max RPM | - |
Performance
| Power (HP) | 50.0 |
|---|---|
| Max power RPM | 9800 |
| Torque (Nm) | 47 |
| Peak Torque (RPM) | 8500 |
| 0-100 km/h (s) | - |
| 1/4 Mile (s) | - |
| Top Speed (km/h) | 188 |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | - |
| Driveline | - |
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Fuel & Emissions
| Fuel System | Carburettor |
|---|---|
| Fuel Control | - |
| Fuel Consumption (l/100 km) | - |
| Fuel Capacity (l) | 18 |
| Reserve Fuel (l) | - |
| Oil Capacity (l) | - |
| CO₂ Emissions (g/km) | - |
| Emission Details | - |
| Exhaust System | - |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | - |
|---|---|
| Rake Angle (°) | - |
| Trail (mm) | - |
| Front Suspension | - |
| Front Wheel Travel (mm) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | - |
| Rear Wheel Travel (mm) | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
Dimensions & Weight
| Dry Weight (kg) | 170 |
|---|---|
| Total Weight (kg) | - |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 0,2941 |
| Seat Height (mm) | 775 |
| Overall Height (mm) | - |
| Overall Length (mm) | - |
| Overall Width (mm) | - |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1435 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | - |
Wheels & Brakes
| Front Tyre | 110/70-H17 |
|---|---|
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-H17 |
| Front Brakes | Single disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (mm) | 270 |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (mm) | 230 |
| Wheels | - |
Electronics
| Starter | - |
|---|---|
| Instruments | - |
| Electrical | - |
| Light | - |
| Battery | - |
| Ignition | - |
Service & Maintenance
| Lubrication System | - |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | - |
| Engine Oil | - |
| Oil Filter | - |
| Brake Fluid | - |
| Coolant | - |
| Spark Plugs | - |
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