350 S 2 Mach II

1973 Kawasaki 350 S 2 Mach II Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the allround motorcycle segment, the 1973 Kawasaki 350 S 2 Mach II features a 346 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled in-line three, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 44 HP (32.1 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 127.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 350 S 2 Mach II measures 160 kg (353 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.64 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 155 km/h (96 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1971 to 1973, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.