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The '''Kawasaki G5''' was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by [[Kawasaki]] from 1972 through 1975 sharing the Kawasaki 100cc stable with the [[Kawasaki G4TR/KV100|Kawasaki G4TR]]. A very decent trail or off-road bike, the G5 had sufficient power and torque. In many ways, it filled the 100cc gap in the [[Kawasaki F-series|F-series]]. The G5 was replaced by the [[Kawasaki KE100]] in 1976.
==1972==
==1972==
[[Image:1972-kawasaki-g5.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-0.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-1.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-2.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-3.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-4.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-5.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-6.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-7.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-8.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-9.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]]
==Specifications==
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*100[[cc]]
 
*[[Two stroke|2-Stroke]], 1 Cylinder
 
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*100 cc
*2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
*Rotary Disc Valve
*5-Speed Return Shift
*5-Speed Return Shift
*Maximum Horsepower: 11 HP 07,500 rpm
*Maximum Horsepower: 11 HP 07,500 rpm
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*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Remarks: On and off-road model. Features rear fender cover and trial universal tires.
*Remarks: On and off-road model. Features rear fender cover and trial universal tires.
 
===Photo gallery===
[[Image:1972-kawasaki-g5.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-0.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-1.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-2.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-3.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-4.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-5.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-6.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-7.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-8.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]][[Image:1972-Kawasaki-G5-Yellow-2997-9.jpg|left|thumb|1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow]]
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==1973==
==1973==
[[Image:1973-kawasaki-g5a.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Kawasaki G5A]]
[[Image:1973-kawasaki-g5a.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Kawasaki G5A]]
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*Owner's Manual No.: 99997-523-01
*Owner's Manual No.: 99997-523-01
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Major Changes: Color and marking. Turn signal lights as standard equipment. Front tire size changed to 2.75-19 4PR.


==1974==
==1974==
In 1974, major changes for the G5 were color and marking and turn signal lights as standard equipment. Front tire size changed to 2.75-19 4PR.
[[Image:1974_kawasaki_G5_blueblack.JPG|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in blue/black]][[Image:1974-kawasaki-g5b.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5B]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-4.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]]
[[Image:1974_kawasaki_G5_blueblack.JPG|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in blue/black]][[Image:1974-kawasaki-g5b.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5B]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Kawasaki-G5-Orange-3718-4.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange]]
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[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Dual purpose motorcycles]]
[[Category:100cc displacement motorcycles]]
[[Category:100cc 2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:Single cylinder motorcycles]]
[[Category:Single cylinder 2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:Rotary Disc Valve motorcycles]]
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Revision as of 19:48, 2 March 2008

The Kawasaki G5 was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1972 through 1975 sharing the Kawasaki 100cc stable with the Kawasaki G4TR. A very decent trail or off-road bike, the G5 had sufficient power and torque. In many ways, it filled the 100cc gap in the F-series. The G5 was replaced by the Kawasaki KE100 in 1976.

1972

Specifications

  • 100cc
  • 2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 5-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 11 HP 07,500 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B8HS
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 2.75-4 8 4PR
    • Rear: 3.00-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Yellow
    • Front Fender: Yellow
  • Engine No.: G5E000001-
  • Frame No.: G5-000001-
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99997-516
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99997-523
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
  • Remarks: On and off-road model. Features rear fender cover and trial universal tires.

Photo gallery

1972 Kawasaki G5
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow
1972 Kawasaki G5 in Yellow


1973

1973 Kawasaki G5A


  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Orange, Candy Blue
    • Front Fender: Same as fuel tank
  • Engine No.: G5E022055-
  • Frame No.: G5-022027-
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99997-551S
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99997-523-01
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)

1974

In 1974, major changes for the G5 were color and marking and turn signal lights as standard equipment. Front tire size changed to 2.75-19 4PR.

1974 Kawasaki G5 in blue/black
1974 Kawasaki G5B
1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange
1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange
1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange
1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange
1974 Kawasaki G5 in Orange


  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Candy Blue, Candy Orange
    • Front Fender: Same as fuel tank
  • Engine No.: G5E045001-
  • Frame No.: G5-045001-
  • Parts Catalog No. : 99997-620s
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99997-820
  • Shop Manual No.: 99997-7 13-00
  • Major Changes: Marking. Brake lining wear indicator added.

1975

1975 Kawasaki G5C
1975 Kawasaki G5C in Yellow
1975 Kawasaki G5C in Yellow
1975 Kawasaki G5C in Yellow


  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Candy Red, Candy Gold
    • Front Fender: Same as fuel tank
  • Engine No.: G5E069700-
  • Frame No.: G5-070500-
  • Parts Catalog No. : 99997-651 -50s
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99997-836
  • Shop Manual No.: 99997-713-00
  • Major Changes: Color and marking. Choke lever on the left switch case discontinued.

1976

Model code changed to KE100 see Kawasaki KE100 for more details.

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