The Kawasaki KZ 550 C motorcycle specifications include a 550 cc (33.56 cu in) engine and a 6-speed gearbox.
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki KZ 550 C compares
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About 20% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 39th percentile across Kawasaki models.
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550 cc — larger displacement than about 39% of Kawasaki models.
Mechanical overview
Model information
| Year released | 1982 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Four cylinder boxer, two-stroke |
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| Displacement | 550 cc (33.56 cu in) |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Ignition | standardd |
| Starter | Electric |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | wet plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | factory |
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Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. single caliper |
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| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). drum |
Other specifications
| Color options | Flat black |
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| Exhaust system | double chrome pipes |
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