Kawasaki Z 200 
| Make Model | Kawasaki Z 200 | | Year | 1978 | | Engine | Air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, | | Capacity | 198 | | Bore x Stroke | 66 x 58 mm | | Compression Ratio | | | Induction | Keihin 28mm | | Ignition / Starting | Battery Coil / electric & kick | | Max Power | 18 hp @ 8000 rpm | | Max Torque | | | Transmission / Drive | 5 Speed / chain | | Front Suspension | Telescopic forks | | Rear Suspension | Dual shocks | | Front Brakes | Single 205 mm disc | | Rear Brakes | Drum | | Front Tyre | 2.75 -18 | | Rear Tyre | 3.25 -17 | | Dry-Weight | 126 kg | | Fuel Capacity | 9.5 Litres | You're ready to buy your first motorcycle, the main thing is to find one you can trust. It should be an exciting, satisfying motorcycle that understands very clearly you're the boss.
The bike should have enough power to stay with the traffic, but not so much that it wants to run away and leave you behind. Kawasaki selected 18 horsepower as the right amount for the KZ200.
The motorcycle should be very easy to steer. Since narrow bikes feel more controllable, Kawasaki designed the KZ200 around a narrow single-cylinder engine. They built the bike light (278 lbs), and they gave it quick steering. Easy riding.
Your first bike should be economical and uncomplaining. The KZ200 engine, with its overhead-cam design, passes lots of filling stations between refills. At the same time, the engine has fewer moving-parts; the motorcycle is rugged. You won't ride around holding your breath waiting for it to break.
Most important, the KZ200 is fun. It responds so deftly and elegantly. KZ200— the first-time bike that old riders will envy when you're darting around town. Source Kawasaki brochures |
