Kawasaki WORKHORSE KLF300 User Manual

Workhorse KLF300

KEY POINTS

Low maintenance 4-stroke SOHC engine

5-speed semi-automatic transmission with reverse

Dual mode differential

Rear brake pedal operated parking brake

Adjustable throttle limiter

Independent front and semiindependent rear suspension

Head, tail and brake lights

Front and rear load carrying racks

Key lock ignition switch prevents unauthorised operation

SPECIFICATIONS	KLF300B6F
Engine type ..........................	4-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, air cooled, 2-valve
	cylinder head
Displacement .......................	290 cm3
Bore x stroke .......................	76.0 x 64.0 mm
Compression ratio ..............	8.6:1
Maximum power ..................	14.3 kW (19.5 PS) / 6,500 r/min
Maximum torque .................	22.6 N•m / 5,500 r/min
Minimum turning radius ..... 2.9 m (diff lock), 2.6 m (diff mode)
Fuel system .........................	Keihin CVK32 carburettor
Starting system ...................	electric starter with auxiliary recoil
Towing capacity ..................	317 kg (trailer and cargo)
Load capacity, front / rear ...	32 kg / 63 kg
Transmission .......................	5-speed semi automatic with reverse
...........................Frame type	double cradle, tubular steel
Rake / trail ............................	3º / 13 mm
Suspension, front. ................	double wishbone with twin shock absorbers
Suspension, rear. .................	quad-link with twin shock absorbers
Wheel travel, front / rear ......	125 / 120 mm
Tyres, front / rear. .................	AT22 X 9-10 (tubeless) / AT24 X 11-10 (tubeless)
Brakes, front ........................	140 mm dual discs with single piston calipers
Brakes, rear .........................	160 mm dual drums
L x W x H ..............................	1,910 x 1,160 x 1,065 mm
Wheelbase ...........................	1,210 mm
Track, front / rear. .................	834 / 844 mm
Ground clearance. ................	195 / 154 mm (at centre of chassis / at rear final drive)
Seat height ...........................	750 mm
Dry weight ............................	229 kg
Fuel tank capacity. ...............	9 L
Battery ..................................	12V, 19Ah
Colour/s ................................	Red
Warranty.................................	12 months

NOTE: Specifications subject to change without notice.

Kawasaki 2008

Workhorse KLF300 (KLF300B6F)

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

ENGINE

290 cm3 4-stroke SOHC engine

Low maintenance, air-cooled, SOHC engine.

An engine balancer reduces vibration, minimising wear, noise and rider fatigue.

Electric starter with recoil backup allows you to start the ATV even if the battery is low.

Fuel system

Keihin CVK 32 mm carburettor provides excellent throttle response, power and torque across the rpm range.

Adjustable throttle limiter allows new users to ride at reduced speed and power levels.

Conveniently located handlebar mounted choke makes starting and warm-up easier.

A two stage foam air filter helps to minimise wear.

TRANSMISSION

Semi-automatic 5-speed transmission with reverse

User friendly semi-automatic transmission.

Just shift and go, no clutch lever to pull or cable to adjust.

A gear for every type of load or terrain.

Indicator light shows when reverse is engaged.

Dual-mode differential

The only 2WD model in the industry with this feature.

Locked mode for maximum traction, unlocked mode to minimise ground disturbance.

Shaft drive

A reliable and quiet, low maintenance system.

CHASSIS

Tubular double cradle frame

Provides strength and reliability while adding extra protection for vital engine parts.

Double wishbone independent front suspension

Provides a comfortable ride with a minimum of pitching and rolling.

Independent front suspension allows each wheel to track over uneven ground for maximum traction with light steering effort.

Twin dampers with coil springs and 5-way spring preload adjustment.

Quad-link semi-independent rear suspension

Multi-link, semi-independent, built to easily handle the rigours of heavy use while providing a smooth ride.

Twin dampers with coil springs and 5-way spring preload adjustment.

Dual front disc brakes, dual rear drum brakes

Dual front discs and rear drums assure quick, sure stops.

Independently controlled front and rear brakes. Handling while braking is improved because the rider can react to the traction of the front and rear wheels separately.

Parking brake operated by the rear brake pedal.

Detail features

Huge fenders and mud flaps provide excellent mud and splash protection.

Twin headlights light the way at night.

Brake lights are triggered by the hand and foot brakes.

Fuel gauge.

Manually operated compression release.

Moulded pin accessory connector.

Two accessory leads are built into the harness.

Front and rear racks can carry a combined load of 95 kgs.

Rear trailer hitch bracket is standard with a 317 kg towing capacity.

Kawasaki 2008