The Kawasaki KZ 440 B1 motorcycle specifications include a 443 cc (27.03 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 180 kg (396.8 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki KZ 440 B1 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 35% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 32nd percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 13% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 31st percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 8% smaller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 37th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
443 cc — larger displacement than about 32% of Kawasaki models.
180 kg — heavier than about 31% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 69%.
14 L — larger than about 37% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
810
833
Close to average.
160
187
14% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 90/90-19 |
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| Rear tire size | 100/90-18 |
| Front tire width | 90 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 19 in |
| Rear tire width | 100 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Rear rim diameter | 18 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 2.00 L (2.11 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 215 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.09:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1980 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 443 cc (27.03 cu in) |
| Torque | 36.0 Nm (3.7 kgf-m or 26.6 ft.lbs) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 67.5 x 62 mm (2.7 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin 36 mm x 2 |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Batery and coil |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication (wet Sump) |
| Oil capacity | 2.00 L (2.11 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular double cradle |
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| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swing arm |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Internal expansion two-leading |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Internal expansion two-leading |
| Front tire | 90/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 100/90-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 180 kg (396.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 159 kg (350.5 lb) |
| Overall width | 810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 L (3.70 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 L (0.79 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 6.50 L/100 km (15.4 km/l or 36.19 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 150.8 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) |
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| 0–100 km/h | 19.70 seconds |
| 60–140 km/h | 18.00 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2516 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options | Red/green/blue |
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| Price as new | US$ 995. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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