GPZ 500 S (reduced effect #2)

1992 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S (reduced effect #2) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1992 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S (reduced effect #2) motorcycle, Kawasaki utilizes a 499 cc (30.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 54.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the GPZ 500 S (reduced effect #2) measures 196 kg (432 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.26 kg per horsepower). The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 154 km/h (96 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1987 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.