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36/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.15 hp/kg
Top Speed
98 km/h
Torque
4 Nm
Engine
79 ccm
Technical Overview
1986 Kawasaki KD 80 M Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1986 Kawasaki KD 80 M enduro - offroad motorcycle, Kawasaki features a 79 cc (4.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12 HP (8.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 4 Nm (3 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 151.9 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the KD 80 M measures 82 kg (181 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.83 kg per horsepower). The 5-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 98 km/h (61 mph).
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Power
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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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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
