| Attribute | Kawasaki W1 SS 1968 × | Kawasaki W1 SS 1967 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1968 | 1967 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki |
| Model | Kawasaki W1 SS | Kawasaki W1 SS |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Two | Carburettor. Two |
| Displacement (cm³) | 624 | 624 |
| Power (kw) | 35.8 | 35.8 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 74 |
| Stroke (mm) | 72.6 | 72.6 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Fuel control | Pushrods | Pushrods |
| Ignition | Battery | Battery |
| Compression | 8.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Swingarm |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-18 | 3.50-18 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,415 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 180 | 180 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | - | 15 |