Kawasaki KM100: history, specs, pictures
The Kawasaki KM100 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Kawasaki between 1978 and 1981. It could reach a top speed of 53 mph (86 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 8.58 HP (6.4 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
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Also called | KM 100 |
Production | 1978 - 1981 |
Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 49.5mm x 51.8mm |
Top speed | 53 mph (86 km/h) |
Horse Power | 8.58 HP (6.4 KW) @ 6500RPM |
Battery | 7.3:1 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake Rear: expanding brake |
Front Tire | 2.50-16 |
Rear Tire | 3.00-14 |
Weight | (dry), 89.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel capacity | 1.59 Gallon (6.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 49.5mm bore x 51.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 100.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a rotary valves.
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 2.50-16 front tire and a 3.00-14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The KM100 was fitted with a 1.59 Gallon (6.00 Liters) fuel tank.