Off-Road.com's Ride-Net! 2002 Kawasaki Dirt Bikes - SUPER SHERPA™

Feb. 01, 2006 By ORC STAFF

Super Sherpa
   


2002 KAWASAKI SUPER SHERPA™

With its light weight, maneuverability, low seat height, electric starting and ease of operation, the Kawasaki Super Sherpa™ motorcycle is fun, easy to ride and appeals to a wide range of riders. It's built to tackle a broad spectrum of terrain, and can be enjoyed off-road or on by novice riders who are developing their riding skills.

 

Kawasaki engineers tuned the air-cooled, dual overhead cam, four-valve single-cylinder engine to produce a wide range of power, so the Super Sherpa is good for around-town commuting, running errands and trail riding.

Fins on the cam covers and specially designed air passageways help ensure efficient engine cooling, and narrow valve angles and a short connecting rod help reduce the overall size of the Super Sherpa engine so that it fits neatly into the compact, lightweight high-tensile steel frame.

Suspension duties are handled by a rigid 36mm front fork with 9.1 inches of front wheel travel, and Kawasaki's UNI-TRAK® system for 7.3 inches of travel in the rear. Powerful single disc brakes at the front and rear wheels provide stopping power with responsive feel, while universal tires provide traction on the street or dirt.

Other Super Sherpa features include a quiet stainless-steel exhaust system with spark arrestor, rear grab rails that improve passenger comfort as well as provide cargo tie-down and lifting points, and a 2.4-gallon fuel tank that maintains the machine's slim profile while giving it extensive cruising range.


FEATURES:

Dual-Overhead Cam Four-Stroke Engine

  • Four valves for efficient breathing
  • Narrow valve angle for a compact combustion chamber and small cylinder head
  • Specially-designed cooling fins and passageways route air for more efficient cooling

Gear-Driven Engine Balancer

  • Smoothes engine vibration for rider comfort

Stainless Steel Exhaust System

  • Looks good and resists corrosion
  • U.S. Forestry Service-approved spark arrestor/muffler only emits 80 decibels

34mm Mikuni Constant Velocity Carburetor

  • Provides excellent fuel economy and quick response

Electric Starter

  • Provides quick, easy starts

36mm Front Fork

  • Aluminum upper and lower triple clamps reduce weight
  • 51 degrees of steering lock radius for easy maneuverability at low speeds

UNI-TRAK@ Rear Suspension System

  • Progressively increases the damping and spring rates as the suspension is compressed
  • Swingarm is extruded box-section aluminum for rigidity and light weight

Front and Rear Disc Brakes

  • Provides sure stopping power with minimal effort

Aluminum Rims

  • Reduce unsprung weight for better suspension action

Digital Multi-function Meter

  • Contains speedometer, dual trip meters, clock and odometer

Convenience Features

  • Maintenance-free battery
  • Ignition switch and fork lock combination
  • Choke lever within easy reach on upper triple clamp
  • Oil sight window for quick and easy oil checks
  • Push-to-cancel turn signal switch
  • Snail-type chain adjusters
  • Durable O-ring chain
  • Easy-to-service guillotine-style air filter
  • Polished aluminum frame guards
  • Chrome handlebars with brushed alloy clamps for an attractive appearance
  • Engine case guard
  • Electric speedometer means no cable hassles
  • Twin trip meters for fuel range and total trip distance
  • Digital clock
  • Super-slim 2.4-gallon fuel tank with locking cap and reserve petcock

SPECIFICATIONS:

Super Sherpa
Engine: 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve single cylinder
Displacement: 249cc
Starting: Electric
Bore x Stroke: 72.0 x 61.2mm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Cooling: Air
Carburetion: Mikuni BST34
Ignition: CDI
Transmission: 6-speed
Frame: Semi-double cradle steel
Rake/trail: 28 degrees/4.2 in.
Suspension type, front: 36mm telescopic fork
Suspension type, rear: Uni-Trak® single shock system
Wheel travel, front: 9.1 in.
Wheel travel, rear: 7.3 in.
Tire, front: 2.75 x 21
Tire, rear: 4.10 x 18
Brakes, front/rear: Single hydraulic disc/Disc
Overall length: 81.9 in.
Overall width: 30.7 in.
Overall height: 46.9 in.
Ground clearance: 10.6 in
Seat height: 32.7  in.
Dry weight: 249 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 2.4 gal.
Wheelbase: 54.1 in.
Color: Olive Green w/ Galaxy Silver


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