Positioned in Kawasaki's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Kawasaki KVF300 relies on a 271 cc (16.5 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 21.5 HP (15.7 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 22.3 Nm (16.4 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 79.3 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 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 KVF300 measures 242 kg (534 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.26 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 846 mm (33.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,163 mm (45.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12.11-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2012 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
79.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.26 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
846 mm (33.3 in)
Engine
Displacement271.0 ccm (16.54 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power21.5 HP (15.7 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.4 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke72.7 x 65.2 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK32
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionFull transistor digital ignition
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Driveline2WD, Shaft
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble tubular, steel
Rake3.5°
Trail16 mm (0.6 inches)
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone / 5.2 inches
Rear SuspensionSwingarm / 5.6 inches
Wheelbase1163 mm (45.8 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre22/7-10
Rear Tyre22/10-10
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø148 mm (5.8 inches)
Rear BrakesDouble disc
Rear Brake Ø148 mm (5.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.242.0 kg (533.5 pounds)
Seat Height846 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1915 mm (75.4 inches)
Overall Width1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.11 litres (3.20 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsAztec Red, Super Black
InstrumentsSpeedometer, odometer, clock, fuel gauge and coolant temp light
Light35 W headlights, 5W taillight and 21 W brake light
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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