1980 Kawasaki KDX175 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1980 Kawasaki KDX175, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | 2-stroke, single-cylinder, piston reed valve |
| Displacement | 173 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 66.0 × 50.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 |
| Maximum Power | 27 HP @ 9000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 2.2 kg-m @ 8000 rpm (15.9 ft-lb) |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM34SS |
| Fuel Type | Petrol mix (20:1) |
| Lubrication | Premix |
| Starting System | Primary kick |
| Ignition | Electronic CDI |
| Ignition Timing | 23.5° BTDC @ 6000 rpm |
| Spark Plug | NGK B9ES |
| Reed Valve | Boyesen type |
| Headlight | 6V 35W |
| Taillight | 6V 5.3W |
Port Timing
| Inlet Open | — |
| Scavenging Open | 62° BBDC |
| Scavenging Close | 62° ABDC |
| Exhaust Open | 94° BBDC |
| Exhaust Close | 94° ABDC |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 6-speed constant mesh, return shift |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-disc |
| Final Drive Type | Chain drive |
| 1st Gear | 2.69 (35/13) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.69 (27/16) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.29 (27/21) |
| 4th Gear | 1.04 (25/24) |
| 5th Gear | 0.87 (20/23) |
| 6th Gear | 0.75 (21/28) |
| Primary Reduction | 3.00 (69/23) |
| Final Reduction | 4.33 (52/12) |
| Overall Drive Ratio | 9.75 (Top gear) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 0.55 L (0.58 US qt) |
| Transmission Oil Type | SE class SAE 10W30 or 10W40 |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2140 mm (84.3 in) |
| Overall Width | 895 mm (35.2 in) |
| Overall Height | 1225 mm (48.2 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1460 mm (57.5 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Dry Weight | 99 kg (218 lb) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.5 L (2.8 US gal) |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Tubular, single down tube |
| Steering Angle | 45° |
| Caster | 28° |
| Trail | 120 mm (4.72 in) |
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 4PR |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 4PR |
Suspension
| Front | Telescopic fork |
| Rear | Swing arm |
| Front Suspension Travel | 250 mm (9.84 in) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 250 mm (9.84 in) |
| Fork Oil Type | KYB G-10 or SAE 10W |
| Fork Oil Capacity | 308 cc (10.4 US oz) |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Brake | Drum brake |
| Rear Brake | Drum brake |
| Front Drum Size | 120 × 28 mm (4.7 × 1.1 in) |
| Rear Drum Size | 130 × 28 mm (5.1 × 1.1 in) |
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