Kawasaki Z500 in Movies

The Kawasaki Z500 is a in-line four, four-stroke classic motorcycle produced between 1979 and 1980. It could reach a top speed of 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Engine

The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 55.0 x 52.4 mm (2.2 x 2.1 inches) stroke result in a displacement of just 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches). The engine features a 9.5:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain.

Chassis

It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 3.75-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The Z500 is fitted with a 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) fuel tank.

• Z 500