Enduro Bikes
1991Kawasaki KLE 500
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The 1991 Kawasaki KLE 500 is a lightweight dual-sport enduro designed for riders seeking an affordable, versatile machine for both street and light off-road use. Its 499cc liquid-cooled twin engine delivers accessible power with manageable weight, making it ideal for beginners and adventure riders exploring mixed terrain. The KLE 500 became known for its reliability, affordability, and practical all-rounder capabilities.
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 181.0 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a dual-sport all-rounder, equally at home commuting through town and tackling gravel tracks or light trails.
- Built for
- Simple, rugged, and unpretentious, this is a low-maintenance workhorse rather than a machine that thrills with outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders chasing high-speed thrills, sport-bike cornering precision, or plush two-up long-distance touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2475 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication (wet sump)
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- wet, multi disc
Performance
- Top speed
- 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1510 mm
- Overall length
- 2215 mm
- Overall width
- 880 mm
- Overall height
- 1270 mm
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Dry weight
- 181.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 192.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 180 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- castor
- Front suspension
- telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 105 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1991 | 1995 | 1999 | 2002 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) | 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) | 498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | — | — | 181.0 kg (399.0 pounds) | 181.0 kg (399.0 pounds) | — |
| Seat height | — | — | 850 mm (33.5 inches) | — | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) | — | — | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLE 500?
The 1991 Kawasaki KLE 500 has a Capacity of 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLE 500 have?
The 1991 Kawasaki KLE 500 has a Power of 44.8 HP (33.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLE 500 have?
The 1991 Kawasaki KLE 500 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLE 500 weigh?
The 1991 Kawasaki KLE 500 has a Dry weight of 181.0 kg (399.0 pounds).
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