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Kawasaki GPZ 305 - 1983 Specifications and Reviews
The 1983 Kawasaki GPZ 305 is an accessible middleweight sport bike ideal for novice riders seeking affordable performance. Its lightweight 306cc twin-cylinder engine delivers 27 horsepower with nimble handling characteristics. Best known for combining genuine sports styling with beginner-friendly ergonomics and fuel efficiency, it remains a classic entry-level sportster.
1983
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 1983 |
| Model | Kawasaki GPZ 305 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 61.0 x 52.4 mm (2.4 x 2.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.7:1 |
| Power | 27.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Twin |
| Capacity: | 306.00 ccm (18.67 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds) |
Kawasaki GPZ 305 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 110/80-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-18 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 152.0 km/h (94.4 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
27 hp
Peak Power
8.5s
0-60 mph
94.4 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track35%
City75%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding70%
Touring40%
Passenger35%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a friendly, forgiving machine well suited to beginners and riders returning to smaller-displacement bikes. |
| Purpose | Built as a lightweight sport-styled commuter, it favors nimble city riding and light spirited backroad use over outright performance. |
| Rider Fit | Its low weight and modest seat height make it accessible to smaller or less experienced riders with minimal physical strain. |
| Character | It has the charming, buzzy character of an air-cooled parallel-twin from the early 80s, rewarding smooth, momentum-based riding rather than raw power. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not the right choice for riders seeking highway-speed touring comfort, two-up long-distance travel, or any off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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