The Kawasaki 500 H1 motorcycle specifications include a 498 cc (30.39 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 174 kg (383.6 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki 500 H1 compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 27% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 37th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 41st percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
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498 cc — larger displacement than about 37% of Kawasaki models.
15 L — larger than about 41% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 3.25-19 |
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| Rear tire size | 4.-18 |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.20:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1969 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line three, two-stroke |
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| Displacement | 498 cc (30.39 cu in) |
| Bore × stroke | 60.0 x 50 mm (2.4 x 2.0 inches) |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Mikuni 28mm |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tire | 4.-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 174 kg (383.6 lb) |
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Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 L (3.96 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph) |
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