Engineered by Kawasaki for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1983 Kawasaki KZ 750 K1 LTD pairs a 750 cc (45.8 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 55 HP (40.1 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 60.9 Nm (44.9 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 73.3 HP per liter and a 4,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,000 rpm) and peak power (7,000 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 KZ 750 K1 LTD measures 210.5 kg (464 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.83 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,475 mm (58.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.6-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.7 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 226 km (140 miles) between fill-ups.
Specific Output
73.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.26 HP/kg (3.83 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,000–7,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~226 km (140 mi)
Engine
Displacement750.0 ccm (45.77 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Power55.0 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque60.9 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 44.9 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 2 Mikuni BS34
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignitionbattery and coil
Lubricationwet sump with cooler
CoolingAir
Max RPM7800
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Clutchwet plate
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaustdouble- chromed pipes
Chassis
Frame Typesteel
Rake28.0°
Trail113 mm (4.4 inches)
Front Suspensiontelescopic forks-pneumatic
Front Travel160 mm (6.3 inches)
Rear Suspensionswing arm with conventional coil-over shocks
Rear Travel96 mm (3.8 inches)
Wheelbase1475 mm (58.1 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-19
Rear Tyre130/90-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight206.0 kg (454.2 pounds)
Weight incl.210.5 kg (464.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2670 HP/kg
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1215 mm (47.8 inches)
Overall Length2190 mm (86.2 inches)
Overall Width845 mm (33.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity10.60 litres (2.80 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color Optionsblack with gold lettering and striping
Notes
Light with good handling. Great torque across all RPM range. Pulls like a bigger, more powerful bike. HP is under-rated. Hang on above 6000 RPM.
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