KAWASAKI W1 SS 1968

Image of the Kawasaki w1 ss motorcycle of the year 1968

The motorcycle Kawasaki w1 ss of 1968 was manufactured by the company Kawasaki and corresponds to the series of Kawasaki w1 that encompasses motorcycles of different displacements.

This bike belongs to the category of trail and the first model of the Kawasaki w1 generation marketed to the general public in the year 1965, that's why incredible as it may seem, we are talking about a a motorcycle generation that already has 57 years.

Abbreviating the specifications, it has an engine displacement of 38.08 ci and a total power of 49.00 hp (35.8 kw) @ 6500 rpm with an twin-cylinder, 4-stroke engine.

We leave you here the information and technical data sheet of this fantastic motorcycle.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS KAWASAKI W1 SS 1968

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MakeKawasaki
Modelw1 ss 1968
Year1968
CategoryTrail
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Displacement38.08 ci (624.00 cc)
Engine typeTwin-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Engine details-
Power49.00 hp (35.8 kw) @ 6500 rpm
Torque-
Engine compression8.7:1
Bore x stroke2.9 x 2.9 inches (74.0 x 72.6 mm)
IntakeIntake made up of two twin carburetors
Fuel controlTappets
IgnitionBattery ignition
CoolingAir-cooled
Transmission4-speed
Final driveChain transmission
SPEED AND ACCELERATION
Maximum speed111.8 mph (180.0 km/h)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h-
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND WHEELS
Fork diameter-
Front suspensionTelescopic forks
Front tire3.25-19
Rear tire3.50-18
Front brakesDrum brake
Rear brakesRear drum brake

RATING AND SCORING

These are the ratings users have sent about the motorcycle:

Engine
Engine response, feel, acceleration and power.
99
Driving
Overall driving experience, for both short and long hauls
78
Brakes
Brake feel, ABS response, and emergency braking response
94
Instrumentation
Amount of information we have, different driving modes and connectivity
88
Comfort and convenience
Seat comfort, driving position and control ergonomics
94
Appearance and styling
Overall design and appearance of the bike compared to similar models.
83

QUESTIONS AND DOUBTS ABOUT KAWASAKI W1 SS 1968

📅 When was the first model of this motorcycle manufactured?

The first model of this motorcycle was produced in 1965.

🏇 How much power does this motorcycle have?

The Kawasaki w1 ss has a power of 49.00 hp (35.8 kw) @ 6500 rpm.

🕛 What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle?

The KAWASAKI W1 has a top speed of 111.8 mph.

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