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The '''Kawasaki GA''' was a street motorcycle manufactured by [[Kawasaki]] in several variants. The variants are: '''GA1''' (1969-1970), '''GA1A''' (1971-1974), '''GA2A''' (1971-1974), '''GA3''' (1969-1970). The '''GA5A''' (1971-1974) was an upgrade to 100cc.
The GA was an excellent starter motorcycle with its light weight and simple design. The GA withstood abuse extremely well including over-revving of the engine without seizing-up.
==GA1==
==GA1==
The original model of the GA series. Has double cradle frame and De Carbon(Sealed-in nitrogen) type rear shocks. Made from 1969-1970.
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga1.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA1]]
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga1.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA1]]
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The original model of the GA series. Has double cradle frame and De Carbon(Sealed-in nitrogen) type rear shocks. Made from 1969-1970.
*90[[cc]]
 
*[[Two stroke|2-stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*90 cc
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
*Rotary Disc Valve
*4-Speed Rotary Shift
*4-Speed Rotary Shift
*Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
*Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
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*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201(SM-I)
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201(SM-I)
*Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.
*Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.
==GA2==
==GA2==
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga2.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA2]]
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga2.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA2]]
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Modified version of the GA1, with five gears, different coloring and chain case. Made from 1969-1970.
Modified version of the GA1, with five gears, different coloring and chain case. Made from 1969-1970.
 
*90[[cc]]
*90 cc
*[[Two stroke|2-Stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*Rotary Disc Valve
*5-Speed Return Shift
*5-Speed Return Shift
*Maximum Horsepower:10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
*Maximum Horsepower:10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
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*Parts Catalog No. : 99980-200
*Parts Catalog No. : 99980-200
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)


==GA2A==
==GA2A==
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*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
*Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.
*Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.


==GA3==
==GA3==
Street scrambler version of the GA2 with universal front tire, and upswept exhaust pipe. Made from 1969-1970.
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga3.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA3]]
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga3.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA3]]
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*90[[cc]]
Street scrambler version of the GA2 with universal front tire, and upswept exhaust pipe. Made from 1969-1970.
*[[Two stroke|2-Stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*90 cc
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
*Rotary Disc Valve
*5-Speed Return Shift
*5-Speed Return Shift
*Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
*Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
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==GA5A==
==GA5A==
The GA5A was upgraded from 90cc to 100cc. It had a low exhaust typical of a street motorcycle. Horsepower increased from 10.5 to 11.5 HP.
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga5a.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA5A]]
[[Image:Kawasaki-ga5a.jpg|left|thumb|Kawaski GA5A]]
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Made from 1971-1974.
Made from 1971-1974.


*100 cc
*100[[cc]]
*2-Stroke, 1 Cy tinder
*[[Two stroke|2-stroke]], 1 Cylinder
*Rotary Disc Valve
*[[Rotary Disc Valve]]
*5-Speed Return Shift
*5-Speed Return Shift
*Maximum Horsepower: 11.5 HP @8,000 rpm
*Maximum Horsepower: 11.5 HP @8,000 rpm
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[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Street motorcycles]]
[[Category:90cc displacement motorcycles]]
[[Category:90cc 2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:100cc displacement motorcycles]]
[[Category:100cc 2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:Single cylinder motorcycles]]
[[Category:Single cylinder 2-stroke motorcycles]]
[[Category:2-stroke motorcycles]]
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Revision as of 22:24, 29 February 2008

The Kawasaki GA was a street motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki in several variants. The variants are: GA1 (1969-1970), GA1A (1971-1974), GA2A (1971-1974), GA3 (1969-1970). The GA5A (1971-1974) was an upgrade to 100cc.

The GA was an excellent starter motorcycle with its light weight and simple design. The GA withstood abuse extremely well including over-revving of the engine without seizing-up.

GA1

The original model of the GA series. Has double cradle frame and De Carbon(Sealed-in nitrogen) type rear shocks. Made from 1969-1970.

Kawaski GA1


  • 90cc
  • 2-stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 4-Speed Rotary Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B7HS
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 2.50-1 8 4PR
    • Rear: 2.50-1 8 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Black
    • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: GAE-000001-
  • Frame No.: GA-200001-
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99980-200
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)

GA1A

Kawaski GA1A


Made from 1971-1974.

  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Pearl Candy Red, Pearl Candy Blue
    • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: GAE-000000
  • Frame No.: GA-200000
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99980-201S
  • Owner's Manual No. : 99995-312 or 99997-548
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201(SM-I)
  • Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.

GA2

Kawaski GA2


Modified version of the GA1, with five gears, different coloring and chain case. Made from 1969-1970.

  • 90cc
  • 2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 5-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower:10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B7HS
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 2.50-18 4PR
    • Rear: 2.50-1 8 4PR
  • Color
  • Fuel Tank: Candy Red, Candy Blue
  • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: GAE-200001-
  • Frame No.: GA-200001-
  • Parts Catalog No. : 99980-200
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)

GA2A

Kawaski GA2A


Made from 1971-1974.

  • Color
  • Fuel Tank: Pearl Candy Red, Pearl Candy Blue
  • Engine NO.: GAE-200000
  • Frame No.: GA-200000
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99980-201s
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99995-312
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)
  • Major Changes: Color, marking, front fork, and seat.

GA3

Street scrambler version of the GA2 with universal front tire, and upswept exhaust pipe. Made from 1969-1970.

Kawaski GA3


  • 90cc
  • 2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 5-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 10.5 HP @8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NG K B7HS
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 2.75-184PR
    • Rear: 2.75-1 8 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Pastel Orange
    • Front Fender: Stainless steel
  • Engine No.: GAE-200000
  • Frame No.: GA-200000
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99980-200
  • Shop Manual No.: 99995-201 (SM-1)

GA5A

The GA5A was upgraded from 90cc to 100cc. It had a low exhaust typical of a street motorcycle. Horsepower increased from 10.5 to 11.5 HP.

Kawaski GA5A


Made from 1971-1974.

  • 100cc
  • 2-stroke, 1 Cylinder
  • Rotary Disc Valve
  • 5-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 11.5 HP @8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B7HS
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 2.50-18 4PR
    • Rear: 2.75-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Candy Gold, Candy Blue, Melamine Candy Red
    • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No.: G3E-00001-
  • Frame No. : GA-200000
  • Parts Catalog No.: 99980-200 plus 99997-514S
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99997-548
  • Remarks: Developed version of the GA2A. Design somewhat different.


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