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==Intro== | |||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] H1''' was the bike that changed the course of high performance motorcycling. The three-cylinder, 500cc two stroke power plant had an impressive 60 horsepower and became the quickest production motorcycle EVER produced as it sped down the quarter mile in an unbelievable 12.8 seconds @ 99.5mph. The H1 retailed for $999.00 it would typify what Kawasaki became known for '''Innovation''' and '''Acceleration'''! The H1 still creates excitement today. | |||
Kawasaki 2 stroke triple. | |||
==H1R== | |||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] H1''' | |||
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In 1970, the H1R was available worldwide as a limited production road racer. The worldwide racing success of the H1R furthered the performance image of Kawasaki. The H1R 500cc triple two-stroke engine claimed 80 hp @ 9,500 rpm. During the 1970 Daytona road race, an H1R piloted by Ginger Molloy was clocked on the banking at an unheard of 159.83mph. | |||
==1969== | |||
[[Image:1969-kawasaki-h1.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1]] | |||
[[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-0.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-1.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-2.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-3.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-4.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-5.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-6.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]][[Image:1969-Kawasaki-H1-White-7235-7.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Kawasaki H1 in White]] | |||
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*500 cc | |||
*2-Stroke, 3 Cylinder | |||
*Piston Valve | *Piston Valve | ||
*5-Speed Return Shift | |||
*Maximum Horsepower: | |||
*59 HP @8,OOO rprn | |||
*Spark Plug: NGK BUHX | |||
*or Champion L19V | |||
*(E) NGK B9HS | |||
*Tire Size | |||
*Front: 3.25H-19 4PR | |||
*Rear: 4.00H-18 4PR | |||
*Color | *Color | ||
*Fuel Tank: Midnight White, Peacock Gray | |||
*Front Fender: Stainless steel | |||
*Engine No.: KAE-00001- | *Engine No.: KAE-00001- | ||
*Frame No.: KAF-00001- | *Frame No.: KAF-00001- | ||
*Parts | *Parts Catalogue No.: 99997-115, @ 99997-1165 | ||
*Shop Manual No.: 99997-711 | *Shop Manual No.: 99997-711 | ||
*Remarks: Two-stroke, triple-cylinder engine with oil injection. Except for European model, has CDI ignition system. Original H1 features | *Remarks: Two-stroke, triple-cylinder engine with oil injection. Except for European model, has CDI ignition system. Original H1 features diaphragm fuel tap, separate handle-bar holder, and air scoops on the rear brake panel. | ||
==1970 | ==1970== | ||
[[Image:1970-Kawasaki-MACH-III-Red-3817-1.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Kawasaki H1 MACH III in Red]][[Image:1970-Kawasaki-MACH-III-Red-3817-3.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Kawasaki H1 MACH III in Red]][[Image:1970-Kawasaki-MACH-III-Red-3817-5.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Kawasaki H1 MACH III in Red]] | |||
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==1971== | |||
[[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-0.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]][[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-1.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]][[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-2.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]][[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-3.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]][[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-4.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]][[Image:1971-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-9943-5.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Kawasaki Mach III Triple (H1) in Blue]] | |||
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==1973== | |||
[[Image:1973-Kawasaki-H1-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Kawasaki H1 in Green]][[Image:1973-Kawasaki-H1-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Kawasaki H1 in Green]] | |||
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== | ==1975== | ||
[[Image:1975_Kawasaki_H1_1.JPG|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 Mach III in green]][[Image:1975_Kawasaki_H1_2.JPG|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 Mach III in green]][[Image:1975_Kawasaki_H1_3.JPG|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 Mach III in green]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 in Blue]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 in Blue]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 in Blue]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-500-Brown-6063-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 500 in Brown]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-500-Brown-6063-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 500 in Brown]][[Image:1975-Kawasaki-H1-500-Brown-6063-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Kawasaki H1 500 in Brown]] | |||
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[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|H1]][[Category:1970s motorcycles|H1]] | |||
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