History

Kawasaki  History 

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES is a large industrial company with global presence that operates in different markets, always with a focus on the development and application of advanced technologies. Tecnologies. The large scale production of motorcycles began over fifty years ago. Our first motorcycle engine was designed based on the knowledge gained from the manufacture and development of aircraft engines.Our entry into the motorcycle industry was possible thanks to the constant effort to develop new technologies Kawasaki. Over the years we have come to create a large number of models that have helped create a successful market and, in turn, provide some of the most legendary motorcycles. In 1996 we made 10 million vehicles, a sample of Kawasaki's ability to meet the needs of our consumers. Thus, as we try to continue to give the best we have, our next challenges are surely become new legends.

In 1955 the motorcycle engine KB-5 is built, and that same year the first motorcycle manufactured firm, but under the name of Meihatsu, a subsidiary of Kawasaki. The model name was Meihatsu 125-500. In 1956 Meihatsu 125 Deluxe is made. In 1957 Kawasaki built the KB-5A, an upgraded version of KB-5. It was also the first time the logo engine Kawasaki motorcycle slammed. For the year Kawasaki 125 New Ace in 1960. In 1961 he launched models of motorcycles Kawasaki Pet and Kawasaki 125B7. In 1962 the Kawasaki 125B8 is presented to público.En 1965 Kawasaki decided it was time to start exporting their motorcycles. Their motorcycles were sold faster than anyone had anticipated. The Kawasaki 650W1 was launched in 1966 and was the largest motorcycle made in Japan so far. This bike gave him worldwide fame to the marca.El Z1 model was introduced in 1972. Initially only this bike is marketed in the United States to meet the requests and needs of consumers in that country they are higher. In 1973 Kawasaki launches a new 4-stroke engine. In 1980, a motorcycle designed for competitions GP, Kawasaki Z1100GP manufactured. In 1984 he presented to the public the Kawasaki Ninja GPZ900R. One of the most famous motorcycle Kawasaki ZZR-R1100 is. This model was launched in 1990 and led the industry in sales for five years. Kawasaki made history in 2000 when it launched the ZX-12R, a bike with a single framework that could outperform any dirt bike on the track.

Unlike other Kawasaki motorcycle manufacturers decided to offer all kinds of motorcycles and not dedicated to a single type of motorcycle. It was a strategy that could be a great success and would leave the company in ruin. As it turned a good investment, as the company was able to sell all types of models offered. Since the beginning Kawasaki made decisions that influenced their competitors. Rather than being a follower, Kawasaki chose to be a leader in the development of motorcycles. While this was a risk, certainly he gave it an edge over the competition. The headquarters of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine are: Minato, Tokyo Japan, and Kobe, Japan.

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Almost everyone is familiar with the lime green representing the Kawasaki motorcycle race. Kawasaki racing bikes are known in the industry for extremely fast and light. The Ninja series is the best selling models in the history of motorcycles. Kawasaki motorcycles are manufactured by the division of motorcycles and engines Kawasaki Heavy Industries in plants in Japan, USA, Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand.