| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
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| Model ID |
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | GPZ 500 S |
| Year | 1999 |
| Category(class) | Sport-touring |
| Engine |
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 499 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Twin |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø74.0 mm x 58.0 mm (Ø2.91 inches x 2.28 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.28 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Starter System | Electronic |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Powertrain |
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| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
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| Front Suspension Travel | 130 mm (5.12 inches) |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 100 mm (3.94 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Dual disc |
| Front Brakes Diameter | Ø270 mm (Ø10.63 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | Ø240 mm (Ø9.45 inches) |
| Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-17 |
| Dimensions |
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| Seat Height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Curb Weight | 200 kg (441 lb) |
| Weight Distribution (front - rear) | 47.2% - 52.8% |
| Fuel Capacity | 18 litres (4.76 gallons) |
| 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 | 185 km/h (115mph) |
| 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 | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 litres/100km (46.1 mpg) |
