1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator
A cruiser from 1986, the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator delivers 75hp from its 592cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 592 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 75 hp @ 10000 rpm
- Torque
- 50.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 60.0 × 52.4 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- 4x Keihin carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel backbone
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Twin shock
- Front Brake
- Single disc
- Rear Brake
- Drum
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 6-speed
- Final Drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top Speed
- 190 km/h (118 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 196 kg (432 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 212 kg (467 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 730 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1510 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 14.0 L
History & Story
When Kawasaki unveiled the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator in 1986, it signaled the company's commitment to the cruiser segment. Built in Japan, this cruiser embodied the spirit of 1980s motorcycling.
The 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator is motivated by a 592cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 75hp at 10000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Weighing 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator uses a steel backbone frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and twin shock rear suspension. The braking system comprises single disc front and drum rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator achieves a claimed top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). With a fuel capacity of 14.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for cruiser duties. The seat height of 730 mm makes it accessible for most riders.
The 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator is motivated by a 592cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 75hp at 10000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Weighing 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator uses a steel backbone frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and twin shock rear suspension. The braking system comprises single disc front and drum rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator achieves a claimed top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). With a fuel capacity of 14.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for cruiser duties. The seat height of 730 mm makes it accessible for most riders.
Known Issues
- Cam chain issues on high-mileage engines
- Electrical system gremlins
Fun Facts
- The 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator was produced in Kawasaki's Japan facilities
- The 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 Eliminator featured a steel backbone frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 4/10
Resources & Parts
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