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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.
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.


Also see: [[Kawasaki G-series]]
Also see: [[Kawasaki G-series]]
==1972==
==1972==
==Specifications==
==Info==
*100[[cc]]
*[[Two stroke|2-Stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*5-Speed Return Shift
*Maximum Horsepower: 11 HP 07,500 rpm
*Spark Plug: NGK [[NGK B8HS|B8HS]]
*Tire Size
**Front: 2.75-4 8 4PR
**Rear: 3.00-18 4PR
*Color
*Color
**Fuel Tank: Yellow
**Fuel Tank: Yellow

Revision as of 00:44, 2 September 2010

Kawasaki G5
Manufacturer Kawasaki
Successor Kawasaki KE100
Engine 100cc 2-Stroke, Single Cylinder, Rotary Disc Valve
Horse Power 11 HP @ 7,500 rpm
Sparkplug Template:Spark plug
Transmission 5-Speed Return Shift
Front Tire 2.75-18
Rear Tire 3.00-18
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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. 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.

Also see: Kawasaki G-series

1972

Info

  • 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.

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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.


See Also