Sport Tourers
1997Kawasaki GPX 600 R
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The 1997 Kawasaki GPX 600 R is a sporty middleweight with a fairing that suits both spirited riding and touring. Its liquid-cooled 584cc inline four makes 86 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 220 km/h. A 760 mm seat, 208 kg wet weight and 18-litre tank make it a practical all-rounder.
- Capacity
- 584.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 208.0 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a nimble, mid-capacity sportbike for spirited road riding and occasional track days rather than outright top-speed dominance.
- Built for
- An eager, revvy inline-four with a sharp chassis that rewards confident, involved riding through corners.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking upright comfort, long-distance touring ease, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 584.0 ccm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4135 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 60.0 x 52.4 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1425 mm
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Wet weight
- 208.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Anti-dive pneumatic/hydraulic
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock 4-step adjustable strength
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. 2-piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 1/80-V16
- Rear tyre
- 1/80-V16
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1988 | 1991 | 1994 | 1996 | 1997 | 1999 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 592 cc | 592 cc | 584 cc | 584 cc | 584 cc | 593 cc |
| Seat height | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19.5 L | 19.5 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki GPX 600 R?
The 1997 Kawasaki GPX 600 R has a Capacity of 584.0 ccm (35.64 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki GPX 600 R have?
The 1997 Kawasaki GPX 600 R has a Power of 86.0 HP (63.3 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki GPX 600 R have?
The 1997 Kawasaki GPX 600 R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki GPX 600 R weigh?
The 1997 Kawasaki GPX 600 R has a Wet weight of 208.0 kg (458.6 pounds).
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