Kawasaki KX 500 - 1987 Specifications and Reviews
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| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Year | 1987 |
| Model | Kawasaki KX 500 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications |
| Clutch | wet plate |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | pre-mix |
| Starter | Kick |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Fuel control | Membrane & variable discharge openings |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin flat-slide |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Power | 65.00 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
| Exhaust system | expansion chamber |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. hydraulic single piston |
| Front brakes | Single disc. hydraulic single piston |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-19 |
| Front tyre dimensions | -21 |
| Rear suspension travel | 330 mm (13.0 inches) |
| Rear suspension | monoshock |
| Front suspension travel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front suspension | showa forks |
| Frame type | steel tubing, aluminum rear subframe |
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Speed and acceleration |
| Modifications compared to previous model | new head, better cooling. last year of thrust washers in gearbox (lasts indefinitely). |
| Color options | racing green, blue seat |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) |
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