2014 Keeway RK III 200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Keeway's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2014 Keeway RK III 200 features a 199.7 cc (12.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16.1 HP (11.7 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 14.5 Nm (10.7 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 80.6 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (9,000 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 RK III 200 measures 121 kg (267 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.52 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 760 mm (29.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,360 mm (53.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Keeway archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2013 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
80.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.52 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–9,000 rpm
Standover Height
760 mm (29.9 in)
Engine
Displacement199.7 ccm (12.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power16.1 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque14.5 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 10.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke68.0 x 55.0 mm (2.7 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTLI
LubricationPressure splash
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeBassinet type
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Front Travel128 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionTelescopic coil spring oil damped
Rear Travel55 mm (2.2 inches)
Wheelbase1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground Clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-17
Rear Tyre120/80-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels6-spoke, black
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight121.0 kg (266.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1330 HP/kg
Seat Height760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1070 mm (42.1 inches)
Overall Length2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall Width780 mm (30.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsBlack, red
InstrumentsAnalog/digital
Notes
Keeway is the American and European brand name of Qianjiang, China.
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Power
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Torque
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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
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