| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
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| Model ID |
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | GPZ 500 S |
| Year | 1997 |
| Category(class) | Sport |
| Engine |
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 498 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Twin |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Powertrain |
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| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
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| Front Brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Dimensions |
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| Seat Height | 775 mm (30.51 inches) |
| Dry Weight | 176 kg (388 lb) |
| Performance |
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| Max Power | 60.00 HP (43.8 kW) at 9800 RPM |
| Max Torque | 46.00 Nm (33.82 ft*lbs) at 8500 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.3 Hp/Kg |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h (121mph) |
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time | |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 seconds |
| 0-60 mph | 4.9 seconds |
| 1/4 mile | - |
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |
