400 S 3 Mach II
1974 Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach II Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Kawasaki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1974 Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach II pairs a 400 cc (24.4 cu in) air-cooled in-line three, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 40 HP (29.2 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100 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 400 S 3 Mach II measures 174 kg (384 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.35 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 167 km/h (104 mph).
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