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|successor = [[Kawasaki KE125]] | |||
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|top_speed =58 mph | |||
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|recommended_oil= K-tech 10W-40 | |||
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|competition = [[Harley-Davidson SX125]], [[Honda XL125]], [[Yamaha DT125]] | |||
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The '''Kawasaki KS125''' was a 125[[cc]], [[Two stroke|2-stroke]], [[dual-purpose motorcycle]] manufactured by [[Kawasaki]] from 1974 through 1975. The KS125 was the successor to the [[Kawasaki F6]] and though it had the same [[Rotary Disc Valve|rotary disc valve]] engine, it had 13 [[horsepower]] as opposed to the 14.5 the F6 produced. | |||
==Europe calls== | |||
Kawasaki had concentrated on the U.S. market for years leaving the 125cc trail bike or [[enduro]] market in Europe (especially France) to [[Yamaha]] and [[Suzuki]]. In 1974, Kawasaki introduced the KS125 thus ending the [[Yamaha DT125]] reign. | |||
==Excellent Beginner's Machine== | ==Excellent Beginner's Machine== | ||
The [[Kawasaki F6|F6]] derived KS125 was the perfect answer, for it combined a fiery temperament with first-class cycle components, Its new engine incorporated the classic induction system by rotary-valve, long typical of lightweight Kawasakis, and thus developed 13 hp at 6500 rpm, More highly-tuned than its rival, the KS was unhappy during low-speed maneuvers, off-road or in town, and was less of an all purpose machine, On the other hand, it was an excellent beginner's machine for [[enduro]] and was class-leader when it came to covering rutted stages rapidly, | The [[Kawasaki F6|F6]] derived KS125 was the perfect answer, for it combined a fiery temperament with first-class cycle components, Its new engine incorporated the classic induction system by rotary-valve, long typical of lightweight Kawasakis, and thus developed 13 hp at 6500 rpm, More highly-tuned than its rival, the KS was unhappy during low-speed maneuvers, off-road or in town, and was less of an all purpose machine, On the other hand, it was an excellent beginner's machine for [[enduro]] and was class-leader when it came to covering rutted stages rapidly, | ||
==More Comfortable and Refined== | ==More Comfortable and Refined== | ||
Redesignated the "[[Kawasaki | Redesignated the "[[Kawasaki KE125|KE125A]]" for 1976, the 125 Kawasaki trail bike became more comfortable and refined. A stylistic freshening kept it going into 1979, but it gave way in 1980 to the new KE125-A7, which was more powerful (13.5hp) and more sporty and took its layout from the [[marque]]'s [[motocross]] machines -it had greater suspension travel. | ||
==1974 KS125== | ==1974 KS125== | ||
[[Image:1974-kawasaki-ks125.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125]] | [[Image:1974-kawasaki-ks125.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125]] | ||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-4.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-5.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-6.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Kawasaki-KS125-Green-3015-7.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Kawasaki KS125 in Green]] | |||
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*Maximum Horsepower: | *Maximum Horsepower: | ||
**13 HP @6,500 rpm | **13 HP @6,500 rpm | ||
*Spark Plug: NGK B8HS | *Spark Plug: NGK [[NGK B8HS|B8HS]] | ||
*Tire Size | *Tire Size | ||
*Front: 2.75-21 4PR | *Front: 2.75-21 4PR | ||
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*Shop Manual No.: 99997-709 | *Shop Manual No.: 99997-709 | ||
*Remarks: On and off-road model with six gears. Successor to the [[Kawasaki F6]]. Has brake lining wear indicator and skid plate. | *Remarks: On and off-road model with six gears. Successor to the [[Kawasaki F6]]. Has brake lining wear indicator and skid plate. | ||
==1975 KS125A== | ==1975 KS125A== | ||
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*Shop Manual No.: 99997-709 | *Shop Manual No.: 99997-709 | ||
*Major Changes: Marking. Two colors are available. | *Major Changes: Marking. Two colors are available. | ||
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[[Category:125cc displacement motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:125cc 2-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Single cylinder motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Single cylinder 2-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:2-stroke motorcycles|Kawasaki 125cc F6]] | |||
[[Category:Rotary Disc Valve motorcycles]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 20:09, 23 November 2019
Kawasaki KS125 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Successor | Kawasaki KE125 |
Top Speed | 58 mph |
Weight | |
Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
Competition | Harley-Davidson SX125, Honda XL125, Yamaha DT125 |
Manuals | |
The Kawasaki KS125 was a 125cc, 2-stroke, dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1974 through 1975. The KS125 was the successor to the Kawasaki F6 and though it had the same rotary disc valve engine, it had 13 horsepower as opposed to the 14.5 the F6 produced.
Europe calls[edit | edit source]
Kawasaki had concentrated on the U.S. market for years leaving the 125cc trail bike or enduro market in Europe (especially France) to Yamaha and Suzuki. In 1974, Kawasaki introduced the KS125 thus ending the Yamaha DT125 reign.
Excellent Beginner's Machine[edit | edit source]
The F6 derived KS125 was the perfect answer, for it combined a fiery temperament with first-class cycle components, Its new engine incorporated the classic induction system by rotary-valve, long typical of lightweight Kawasakis, and thus developed 13 hp at 6500 rpm, More highly-tuned than its rival, the KS was unhappy during low-speed maneuvers, off-road or in town, and was less of an all purpose machine, On the other hand, it was an excellent beginner's machine for enduro and was class-leader when it came to covering rutted stages rapidly,
More Comfortable and Refined[edit | edit source]
Redesignated the "KE125A" for 1976, the 125 Kawasaki trail bike became more comfortable and refined. A stylistic freshening kept it going into 1979, but it gave way in 1980 to the new KE125-A7, which was more powerful (13.5hp) and more sporty and took its layout from the marque's motocross machines -it had greater suspension travel.
1974 KS125[edit | edit source]
- 125 cc
- 2-Stroke, 1 Cylinder
- Rotary Disc Valve
- 6-Speed Return Shift
- Maximum Horsepower:
- 13 HP @6,500 rpm
- Spark Plug: NGK B8HS
- Tire Size
- Front: 2.75-21 4PR
- Rear: 3.50-1 8 4PR
- Color
- Fuel Tank: Candy Lime
- Front Fender: Metallic Silver
- Engine No.: K1E000001-
- Frame No.: K1-000001-
- Parts Catalogue No.: 99997-631, (E) 99997-631-01s
- Owner's Manual No.: 99997-817, (F) 99983-037
- Shop Manual No.: 99997-709
- Remarks: On and off-road model with six gears. Successor to the Kawasaki F6. Has brake lining wear indicator and skid plate.
1975 KS125A[edit | edit source]
- Color
- Fuel Tank: Candy Lime, Candy Yellow
- Front Fender: Metallic Silver
- Engine No.: K1E048961-
- Frame No.: K1-018862-
- Parts Catalogue No. : 99997-631-50s
- Owner's Manual No.: 99997-838
- Shop Manual No.: 99997-709
- Major Changes: Marking. Two colors are available.
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