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[[Image:1969-kawasaki-h1r.jpg|right|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1R]] | [[Image:1969-kawasaki-h1r.jpg|right|thumb|1969 Kawasaki 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. | 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 200]] road race, an H1R piloted by Ginger Molloy was clocked on the banking at an unheard of 159.83mph. | ||
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