Sportbikes
2009Kawasaki Ninja 500R
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The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R is an accessible sport bike ideal for beginner and intermediate riders seeking genuine sportbike styling with manageable performance. Its 498cc liquid-cooled twin engine delivers smooth power through a six-speed transmission, making it perfect for learning track fundamentals and daily commuting alike.
- Capacity
- 498.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 176.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 48.5 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.8 ft.lbs) | not listed |
| Front suspension | 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.1 in. | 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | UNI-TRAK® system with single shock / 3.9 in. | UNI-TRAK® system with single shock |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's designed as an entry-level sportbike for learning cornering, commuting, and general road riding rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- The parallel-twin engine and lightweight chassis give it a friendly, forgiving personality that rewards smooth, momentum-based riding over raw power.
- Not ideal for
- This bike is not suited for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, serious off-road capability, or big-bore sportbike thrills.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 498.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2545 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1435 mm
- Overall length
- 2096 mm
- Overall width
- 701 mm
- Overall height
- 1161 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 176.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 197.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 119 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High-tensile steel, perimeter design
- Front suspension
- 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® system with single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 99 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Diablo Black, Candy Plasma Blue
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 498 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc |
| Dry weight | 176 kg | 176 kg | 176 kg | 176 kg |
| Seat height | 787 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 838 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.2 L | 18.2 L | 18.2 L | 18.2 L |
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 Ninja 500R?
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R has a Capacity of 498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 500R have?
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R has a Power of 44.8 HP (33.0 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 500R have?
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 500R weigh?
The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R has a Dry weight of 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds).
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