Touring · 1985

Z 440 LTD Belt Drive (reduced effect)

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43 /100 Commuter

Power

27 HP

Top Speed

140 km/h

Engine

444 ccm

Technical Overview

1985 Kawasaki Z 440 LTD Belt Drive (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Kawasaki's touring motorcycle lineup, the 1985 Kawasaki Z 440 LTD Belt Drive (reduced effect) utilizes a 444 cc (27.1 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 60.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Z 440 LTD Belt Drive (reduced effect) measures 183 kg (403 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.78 kg per horsepower). The 11.5-liter (3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 140 km/h (87 mph).

Specific Output

60.8 HP/L

Power-to-Weight

0.15 HP/kg (6.78 kg/HP)

Engine

Displacement 444.0 ccm (27.09 cubic inches)

Engine Type Twin, four-stroke

Engine Details Twin, four-stroke

Power 27.0 HP (19.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM

Compression 9.2:1

Bore x Stroke 67.5 x 62.0 mm (2.7 x 2.4 inches)

Valves/Cylinder 2

Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)

Cooling Air

Transmission

Gearbox 6-speed

Final Drive Belt (final drive)

Performance

Top Speed 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 3.25-19

Rear Tyre 130/90-16

Front Brakes Single disc

Rear Brakes Expanding brake

Dimensions & Weight

Weight incl. 183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)

Fuel Capacity 11.50 litres (3.04 US gallons)

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