So, I was looking into the Kawasaki 550, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a rabbit hole. I wanted to figure out the actual length of this thing, you know, just out of curiosity. Started poking around online, and man, there’s a ton of info out there, but not all of it’s super clear.
First, I dug through some old forum posts. Found some folks talking about different models, like the GPZ 550 H1 and the ZR 550 B2 Zephyr. Seems like there are a few variations of the 550. I even stumbled upon a discussion comparing driveshaft lengths. But honestly, it was a bit all over the place, and I couldn’t find a definitive answer to my simple question.
- Looked at a timeline of the JS550 model.
- Checked out some specs for a 1992 Kawasaki JS550-C2 550SX, which is apparently a watercraft.
- Noted that the KZ 550 LTD is a custom bike with an air-cooled engine.
I tried to gather some basic specs. For example, I found that the Zephyr 550 has a top speed of around 190 km/h (that’s about 118 mph for us in the States) and weighs in at 179 kg (or 394.6 pounds). That’s some decent speed for a bike that size! Also, I read somewhere about insurance for a 1995 model being just $75 a year. Not bad, right?
Then I got sidetracked a little, looking at the power and transmission details. Apparently, it’s got a six-speed manual gearbox, and the power gets to the rear wheel through a chain drive. Top speed is supposed to be around 192 km/h (119 mph). That’s pretty impressive for a 550.
But here’s the thing: I still couldn’t nail down the exact length of the bike. I saw some service info, fork oil amounts, even tire pressures, but the length? Nope. It’s like it’s hiding from me! I even tried to find some images to eyeball it, but no luck there either.
So, I’m throwing in the towel for now. Maybe one of you guys has the magic number? If you do, let me know! I’m still itching to know just how long this Kawasaki 550 really is. It’s turned into a bit of a mission for me, and I’m not giving up that easily.
Conclusion
After all this digging, I’m still not sure about the exact length. I found a lot of other cool info, but that one measurement is still a mystery. I’ll keep looking, and if I find anything, I’ll definitely share it. It’s become a bit of a quest now, and I’m determined to get to the bottom of it!
