A7 Avenger

1970 Kawasaki A7 Avenger Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1970 Kawasaki A7 Avenger utilizes a 338 cc (20.6 cu in) air-cooled twin, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 42 HP (30.7 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 124.3 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 A7 Avenger measures 159 kg (351 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.79 kg per horsepower). The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1967 to 1971, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.