Kawasaki W3 650 (1973)

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The Kawasaki W3 650 is a classic motorcycle model from 1973. It is powered by a four-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder, OHV engine with a capacity of 624cc. The bike has a bore and stroke of 74 and 72.6mm respectively, and a compression ratio of 9.0:1. The Mikuni VM31 carburetor is used for induction, and the ignition is battery-powered. The bike can be started by kickstart. It produces a maximum power of 53 hp at 7000 rpm and a maximum torque of 5.7 kgf-m at 5500 rpm. The transmission has four speeds, and the final drive is a chain. The frame is made of steel tube duplex cradle. Telescopic forks and a swing arm are used for front and rear suspensions, respectively. The bike comes with mechanical drum brakes for both the front and rear wheels. The front and rear tyres are 3.25-18 and 4.00-18, respectively. The wheelbase is 1415mm, and the dry weight is 181kg. The fuel tank has a capacity of 15 litres, or 4.0 US gallons. Overall, the Kawasaki W3 650 is a classic motorcycle with a powerful engine and sturdy construction.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki W3 650

Year: 1973 –


Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, OHV
Capacity: 624 cc / 38 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 74 72.6mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: Mikuni VM31 carburetor
Ignition: Battery ignition
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 53 hp / 39 [email protected] 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 5.7 kgf-m @ 5500 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Steel tube duplex cradle
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Swing arm

Front Brakes: Mechanical drum
Rear Brakes: Mechanical drum
Front Tyre: 3.25-18
Rear Tyre: 4.00-18
Wheelbase: 1415 mm / 55.7 in
Dry Weight: 181 kg / 399 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 15 Litres / 4.0 US gal

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