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<p>The seminal Kawasaki 500cc Mach III H1 triple of 1969 redefined the performance parameters of the day and made the name Kawasaki synonymous with sporting motorcycles. Dominated by its engine, this bike led to the development of a family of machines that would remain in production for over a decade. The H1R and H2R racing machines led to the spectacular KR750 Green Meanies which dominated Formula 750 racing throughout the 1970s and by the time the final KH250 rolled off the production line in 1980, the triples had become a legend. This text contains the complete history of the Kawasaki triple road and racing bikes, including behind-the-scenes development and evolution of the machines; the in-depth story of the 500cc H1 triple and how the 250, 350, 400 and 750 models were developed from it; a full history of the racing career of the triples; and technical specifications for all models.</p>