1998 Kawasaki VN 800 specifications.

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Engine and transmission 1998 Kawasaki VN 800
Engine type:
2 cylinders, 4-stroke, V-twin
Displacement:
805 cc (49.19 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:
88 mm × 66 mm (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:
Water cooled
Power:
54.38 HP (40 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
64 Nm (6.53 kg-m) @ 3300 rpm
Throttle:
Cable operated
Valves:
Valve train:
SOHC, variable
Valves per cylinder:
4
Fuel and ignition:
Sparks per cylinder:
1
Fuel supply system:
Carburetor
Ignition type:
TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Funnel diameter:
32 mm
Compression:
9.5:1
Engine mounting:
Transverse
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Gear box:
Manual 5-speed
Clutch:
Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Final drive:
Chain
Spark plug pipe type:
NGK, CR8E
Motor oil:
Semi-Synthetic, 10W/40
Starter:
Electric
Dimensions 1998 Kawasaki VN 800
Physical measures:
Length:
2380 mm
Width:
940 mm
Height:
1125 mm
Wheel base:
1600 mm
Trail:
150 mm
Ground clearance:
160 mm
Seat height: :
710 mm
Weight:
Curb weight:
245 kg
Dry weight:
225 kg
Chassis and suspension 1998 Kawasaki VN 800
Frame type:
steel, Double cradle frame
Front:
Suspension:
Cartridge
Suspension travel:
150 mm
Brake:
Twin Disk, Ø300 mm
Tire:
80 / 90 R21 R
Tire pressure:
2 bar, with pillion: 2.2 bar withpilion
Rear:
Suspension:
mono shock, Swingarm
Suspension travel:
100 mm
Brake:
Drum, Ø180 mm
Tire:
140 / 90 R16 R
Tire pressure:
2 bar, with pillion: 2.2 bar withpilion
Other 1998 Kawasaki VN 800
ABS available:
No
Power-to-weight ratio:
0.16 HP/kg(6.12 kg/HP)
Top speed:
175 km/h
Fuel capacity:
15 l
Number of riders:
2 persons