Kawasaki H1
Intro
The Kawasaki H1 was the bike that changed the course of high performance motorcycling. The three-cylinder, 500cc two stroke power plant had an impressive 60 horsepower and became the quickest production motorcycle EVER produced as it sped down the quarter mile in an unbelievable 12.8 seconds @ 99.5mph. The H1 retailed for $999.00 it would typify what Kawasaki became known for Innovation and Acceleration! The H1 still creates excitement today. Kawasaki 2 stroke triple.
H1R
In 1970, the H1R was available worldwide as a limited production road racer. The worldwide racing success of the H1R furthered the performance image of Kawasaki. The H1R 500cc triple two-stroke engine claimed 80 hp @ 9,500 rpm. During the 1970 Daytona road race, an H1R piloted by Ginger Molloy was clocked on the banking at an unheard of 159.83mph.
1969
- 500 cc
- 2-Stroke, 3 Cylinder
- Piston Valve
- 5-Speed Return Shift
- Maximum Horsepower:
- 59 HP @8,OOO rprn
- Spark Plug: NGK BUHX
- or Champion L19V
- (E) NGK B9HS
- Tire Size
- Front: 3.25H-19 4PR
- Rear: 4.00H-18 4PR
- Color
- Fuel Tank: Midnight White, Peacock Gray
- Front Fender: Stainless steel
- Engine No.: KAE-00001-
- Frame No.: KAF-00001-
- Parts Catalogue No.: 99997-115, @ 99997-1165
- Shop Manual No.: 99997-711
- Remarks: Two-stroke, triple-cylinder engine with oil injection. Except for European model, has CDI ignition system. Original H1 features diaphragm fuel tap, separate handle-bar holder, and air scoops on the rear brake panel.
1970
1971
1973
1975