Kawasaki S2350SS MKII
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| Kawasaki S2350SS MKII | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1971 - 72 |
| Engine | Two stroke, transverse three cylinder |
| Compression ratio | 7,3:1 |
| Ignition | Battery and coil |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Frame | Double cradle tubular |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic Hydraulic forks Rear: Dual shocks, Swing arm |
| Brakes | Front: 180mm Drum Rear: 180mm Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.00 -18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50 -18 |
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm / 52 in |
| Seat Height | 800 mm / 31 in |
| Weight | 151 kg / 332.8lbs (dry), |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 Liters / 3.7 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Two stroke, transverse three cylinder. The engine featured a 7,3:1 compression ratio.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.00 -18 front tire and a 3.50 -18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 180mm Drum in the front and a 180mm Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic Hydraulic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks, Swing arm. The S2350SS MKII was fitted with a 14 Liters / 3.7 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 151 kg / 332.8lbs. The wheelbase was 1330 mm / 52 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Kawasaki S2 350SS MKII
After the success of Honda it was
not so easy in the late sixties for a new Japanese marquee to create an image
of itself. Kawasaki, however, succeeded brilliantly in establishing a
reputation as an exclusive specialist in sporting motorcycles. It hung on to
its reputation in racing, even though its range is considerably larger
nowadays.
Bone Splintering Acceleration
It all began in 1969 when Kawasaki introduced the 500 H1, a three cylinder machine with terrifying acceleration that gave a new dimension to the concept of sporting bikes. Then Kawasaki's French importer, Xavier Maugendre, had the vision to form the Kawa-Godier endurance racing team, which finished first and second in the 1974 Bol d'Or and went one better in 1975 event by coming in 1-2-3.
One Make Formula
In 1971, Maugendre, a dyed in the wool racing enthusiast, inaugurated the "Coupe Kawasaki-Moto Revue", a one make formula that would be copied all over Europe. Initially, the Coupe Kawasaki was based on the 350cc Avenger twin but enjoyed its greatest success from 1972 on, when the formula centered on the three cylinder 350 S2. this was derived from the famous 500 H1, probably the most explosive motorcycle of its era, and - though it performed better on a circuit than on the road - the S2 was a little more civilized than the H1.
| Make Model | Kawasaki S2 350SS MKII |
|---|---|
| Year | 1971 - 72 |
| Engine Type | Two stroke, transverse three cylinder |
| Displacement | 346 cc / 21 cu-in |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Bore X Stroke | 53 x 52.3 mm |
| Compression | 7,3:1 |
| Induction | 3x Mikuni VM24SC, Ø 24 mm carburetors |
| Ignition | Battery and coil |
| Starting | Kick |
| Max Power | 45 hp / 33.5 kW @ 8000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 30.7 lb-ft 41.6 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Double cradle tubular |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks, Swing arm |
| Front Brakes | 180mm Drum |
| Rear Brakes | 180mm Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.00 -18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50 -18 |
| Trail | 109 mm / 4.3 in |
| Dimensions | Length 2010 mm / 79 in Width 1095 mm / 43.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm / 52 in |
| Seat Height | 800 mm / 31 in |
| Dry Weight | 151 kg / 332.8lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 Liters / 3.7 US gal |