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[[Image:1965 Kawasaki W1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|1965 Kawasaki W1]] | |||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] W1''' was a [[Four stroke|4 stroke]] 650cc [[street motorcycle]] manufactured by [[Kawasaki]] from 1966 through 1971. | |||
==History== | |||
The W-series were the largest displacement Japanese motorcycles available in the mid 1960s. The W1 soon gave way to the twin carbureted [[Kawasaki W2|W2]] models in an attempt to break into the expanding American market. In 1968 the W2TT Scrambler and the W2SS Commander models also became available. The W2 engined used a 4-speed non-unit transmission overhead valve, which produced 50 horsepower @ 6,500 rpm. | |||
Up to the 1960s, Japan relied on copying the leading foreign [[marque]]s. Kawasaki built its first motorcycle in 1951 and, ironically for a [[marque]] which became famous for its two-strokes, was the sole Japanese maker with serious four-stroke know-how. It had absorbed [[Meguro Works]], which had specialized in this field since the 1930s The first [[Kawasaki]]s were simply re-badged Meguros with a very British 650 twin. | |||
==Japan's Biggest Bike== | |||
Meguro's first twin had been the 650 T1 of 1955, a sort of patchwork of various British designs of the period, though its engine dimensions of 72x80mm were less "longstroke" than was normal in England. It developed 23.5 hp @ 5200 rpm, could reach over 80 mph, weighed 503 lb and was for a long time the biggest Japanese bike along with the Cabton 600 twin and [[Rikuo]] 750. | |||
==A Dominant Design== | ==A Dominant Design== | ||
In 1960, Meguro launched its 500 | In 1960, Meguro launched its 500 T1, with the same engine dimensions (66x72mm) as the [[Norton]] Dominator; it was more potent than the 650, with 33 hp @ 6000 rpm and was good for 90 mph. In 1956 the 650 gained a new engine inspired by the '''[[BSA A10]]'''. After the 650 appeared for the last time as a Meguro, the '''Kawasaki W1''' launched a new look; it scarcely changed until 1968. It was offered in three versions, including a scrambler with a high-level exhaust. In 1971 these models were fitted with a cross-shaft to move the gear selector to the left and, from 1973, with a disc front brake . | ||
==1966-1968 W1== | ==1966-1968 W1== | ||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1]]<br style="clear: left"/> | [[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1]] | ||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1-650-Candy-Blue-1071-0.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1 650 in Candy Blue]] | |||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1-650-Candy-Blue-1071-1.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1 650 in Candy Blue]] | |||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1-650-Candy-Blue-1071-2.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1 650 in Candy Blue]] | |||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1-650-Candy-Blue-1071-3.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1 650 in Candy Blue]] | |||
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*650 cc | *650 cc | ||
* | *[[Four-stroke]], 2 Cylinder | ||
*Over Head Valve | *Over Head Valve | ||
*4-Speed Return Shift | *4-Speed Return Shift | ||
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*Shop Manual No.: 99995-214 | *Shop Manual No.: 99995-214 | ||
*Remarks: [[Kawasaki]]'s first 4 stroke machine. Shift pedal is located on the right side, and brake pedal on the left side. | *Remarks: [[Kawasaki]]'s first 4 stroke machine. Shift pedal is located on the right side, and brake pedal on the left side. | ||
==1968-1971 W1SS== | ==1968-1971 W1SS== | ||
[[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1SS.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1SS]]<br style="clear: left"/> | [[Image:1968-Kawasaki-W1SS.jpg|left|thumb|1968 Kawasaki W1SS]]<br style="clear: left"/> | ||
*650 cc | *650 cc | ||
* | *[[Four-stroke]], 2 Cylinder | ||
*Over Head Valve | *Over Head Valve | ||
*4-Speed Return Shift | *4-Speed Return Shift | ||
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[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|W1]] | [[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|W1]] | ||
[[Category:1960s motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Street motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:650cc displacement motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:650cc 4-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Twin cylinder motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Twin cylinder 4-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:4-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Kawasaki W1 | |||
|photo=1965 Kawasaki W1.jpg | |||
|aka = W1 SS | |||
|manufacturer = Kawasaki | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 1965 - 1969 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = | |||
|successor = | |||
|class = | |||
|engine = twin, four-stroke | |||
|bore_stroke = 74.0mm x 72.6mm | |||
|compression = | |||
|top_speed = 112 mph (180 km/h) | |||
|power = 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 6500RPM | |||
|torque = | |||
|fuel_system = carburetor. two | |||
|ignition = battery | |||
|spark_plug = | |||
|battery = | |||
|transmission = Gear box: 4-speed <br> | |||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: telescopic <br> | |||
Rear: swingarm | |||
|brakes =Front: expanding [[brake]] (drum brake) <br>Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|3.25-19}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|3.50-18}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = 55.71 inches (1415 mm) | |||
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|height = | |||
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|dry_weight = | |||
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|fuel_capacity = 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) | |||
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|recommended_oil=K-tech 10W-40 | |||
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}} | |||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] W1 SS''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] standard produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1965 and 1969. It could reach a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h). Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.01 HP (35.8 KW) @ 6500 RPM. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a [[air cooled]] twin, four-stroke. A 74.0mm [[bore]] x 72.6mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 624.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a pushrods. | |||
==Drive== | |||
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm. The W1 SS was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 55.71 inches (1415 mm) long. | |||
[[Category:standard motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:1960s motorcycles]] | |||