Specifications

ENGINE
Type 4-stroke, SOHC, Single-cylinder
Displacement 271 cc
Bore and Stroke 72.7 x 65.2 mm (2.86 x 2.57 in.)
Cooling Liquid-cooled
Compression Ratio 11.0 : 1
Valve System SOHC, 2 valves
Fuel System Carburettor: CVK32
Ignition Full transistor digital ignition
Starting Electric with recoil backup
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
DRIVETRAIN
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Final Reduction Ratio 4.273 (47/11)
Transmission 2-speed and reverse, Automatic, Gear Ratios: High 2.926, Low 4.147, Reverse 4.128
Final Drive System Shaft 2WD, Reduction Ratio: 4.273
Primary Reduction Ratio Belt drive torque converter (CVT), Reduction Ratio 2.200~0.830, Clutch Type: Dry, Centrifugal
Overall Drive Ratio: Forward (High) 2.926 (50/14 x 32/37 x 18/19)
Overall Drive Ratio: Forward (Low) 4.147 (50/14 x 38/31 x 18/19)
Overall Drive Ratio: Reverse 4.128 (61/14 x 18/19)
FRAME
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Type Double tubelar
Wheel Travel: Front 131 mm
Tires: Front AT 22 x 7-10 MAXXIS
Wheel Travel: Rear 141 mm
Tires: Rear AT 22 x 10-10 MAXXIS
Caster (Rake) 3.5
Trail 16 mm (0.63 in.)
Steering angle (left/right) 39° / 39°
SUSPENSION
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Suspension, Front Double Wishbone, Wheel Travel: 131 mm (5.16 in.)
Suspension, Rear Swingarm, Wheel Travel: 141 mm (5.55 in.)
BRAKES
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Front: Type Disc x 2
Rear: Type Disc
Parking: Type Disc (Mechanical)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
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Battery TBA
Charging Output TBA
Headlights (High/Low) TBA
Headlight Marker Lights TBA
Instrumentation Speedometer, trip meter, fuel and temperature gauges, clock, and neutral, reverse and high-beam indicators.
DIMENSIONS
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Overall Length 1915 mm (75.39 in.)
Overall Width 1080 mm (42.52 in.)
Overall Height 1170 mm (46.06 in.)
Wheelbase 1165 mm (45.87 in.)
Tread (Front/Rear) TBA
Ground Clearance: At Centre of Chassis 155 mm (6.10 in.)
Seat Height 845 mm (33.3 in.)
Curb Mass** 243 kg (536 lb.)
Fuel Capacity 12 L (3.2 gal.)
PERFORMANCE
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Maximum Torque‡ 22 N.m {2.2 kgf.m} at 6,500 rpm
Minimum Turning Radius TBA
Towing Capacity 500 lbs (227 kg)
Maximum Power‡ 16 kW {22 PS} at 7,500 rpm

‡ Power / Torque figures measured at the crankshaft.

DETAILS
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Warranty 12 mo. warranty
ADDITIONAL COST OPTIONS
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Good Times Protection Plan Up to 48 months more
MSRP*
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Firecracker RedKVF300CDF $4,699

* The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection or applicable taxes. The final price is at the discretion of the dealer. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.


** The amount indicated as "Your price" may include an optional instant Mega Cash credit that is deducted from the manufacturer's suggested retail price before taxes. This promotion is time limited and certain conditions will apply. See your dealer for complete details. Offer not available on financed purchases and cannot be combined with any other special offers. The final price is at the discretion of the dealer. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models under standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for sale. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours may vary by market.

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