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==Intro==
The '''Kawasaki Bushwhacker F3''' was produced by [[Kawasaki]] from 1968 through 1970 as a dual-purpose motorcycle.
The [[Kawasaki]] Bushwhacker was produced with a new tubular-type chassis replacing the older pressed steel frames of the [[Kawasaki F1|F1]] and [[Kawasaki F2|F2]] models produced in the early to mid 1960s.  Its 175cc engine was also updated from the earlier F series design, now producing 20 hp @ 7,300 rpm and featuring rotary valve induction which greatly increased performance.  The off-road image of the Bushwhacker was also enhanced by the inclusion of a stylish upswept exhaust.


 
The Bushwhacker had a new tubular-type chassis replacing the older pressed steel frames of the [[Kawasaki F1|F1]] and [[Kawasaki F2|F2]] models produced in the early to mid 1960s.  Its 175cc engine was also updated from the earlier F series design, now producing 20 hp @ 7,300 rpm and featuring rotary valve induction which greatly increased performance.  The off-road image of the Bushwhacker was also enhanced by the inclusion of a stylish upswept exhaust.
==1968-1970 F3 Bushwhacker==
==1968-1970 F3 Bushwhacker specifications==
[[Image:1968-kawasaki-f3.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki F3]]
[[Image:1968-kawasaki-f3.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki F3]]
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*175 cc
*175[[cc]]
*2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
*[[Two stroke|2-Stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*Rotary Disc Valve
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*4Speed Rotary Shift
*4Speed Rotary Shift
*Maximum Horsepower:
*Maximum Horsepower:
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Revision as of 21:10, 28 February 2008

The Kawasaki Bushwhacker F3 was produced by Kawasaki from 1968 through 1970 as a dual-purpose motorcycle.

The Bushwhacker had a new tubular-type chassis replacing the older pressed steel frames of the F1 and F2 models produced in the early to mid 1960s. Its 175cc engine was also updated from the earlier F series design, now producing 20 hp @ 7,300 rpm and featuring rotary valve induction which greatly increased performance. The off-road image of the Bushwhacker was also enhanced by the inclusion of a stylish upswept exhaust.

1968-1970 F3 Bushwhacker specifications

1968 Kawasaki F3


  • 175cc
  • 2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 4Speed Rotary Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower:
  • 20 HP @7,300 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B8HS
  • Tire Size
  • Front: 3.00-19 4PR
  • Rear: 3.50-18 4PR
  • Color
  • Fuel Tank: Alumitone Silver
  • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No.: F3E00001-
  • Frame No.: F3-100001-
  • Parts Catalogue N 0.: 99995-1 1 1
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99995-310
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-211(SM-1)
  • Remarks: Has electric starter, dual sprockets,and De Carbon rear suspension.