Positioned in Kawasaki's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Kawasaki Prairie 360 relies on a 362 cc (22.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches) with a 8.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Prairie 360 measures 276.1 kg (609 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 904 mm (35.6 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,252 mm (49.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 13.62-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2009 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
904 mm (35.6 in)
Engine
Displacement362.0 ccm (22.09 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression8.3:1
Bore x Stroke80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK34
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle steel
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Front Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with single shock, preload adjustment
Rear Travel180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase1252 mm (49.3 inches)
Ground Clearance249 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12 (AT)
Rear Tyre25/10-12 (AT)
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight276.1 kg (608.6 pounds)
Seat Height904 mm (35.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2065 mm (81.3 inches)
Overall Width1204 mm (47.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity13.62 litres (3.60 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsWoodsman Green or Sunbeam Red
Notes
Continuously variable transmission with Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, high and low range, plus reverse.
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Seat Height
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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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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.