Kawasaki Z450: history, specs, pictures

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Kawasaki Z450
Manufacturer
Also called Z450 LTD (reduced effect), Z 450 LTD (reduced effect), Z450 LTD, Z 450 LTD
Production 1984 - 1989
Engine
twin, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 72.5mm x 55.0mm
Top Speed 101 mph (162 km/h)
Horsepower 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 9500RPM
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed
Final Drive: belt
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: expanding brake
Front Tire 100/90-19
Rear Tire 140/90-15
Weight 199.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Kawasaki Z450 LTD was a twin, four-stroke standard produced by Kawasaki between 1984 and 1989. It could reach a top speed of 101 mph (162 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 9500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled twin, four-stroke. A 72.5mm bore x 55.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 454.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 100/90-19 front tire and a 140/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The Z450 LTD was fitted with a 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters) fuel tank.