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34/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.09 hp/kg
Torque
9 Nm
Engine
125 ccm
Technical Overview
2017 Kawasaki Athlete PRO Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Kawasaki's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2017 Kawasaki Athlete PRO pairs a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.8 HP (7.2 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.2 Nm (6.8 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm. With a specific output of 78.4 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Athlete PRO measures 104 kg (229 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (10.61 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,240 mm (48.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.3-liter (1.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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