Sport Tourers

2000Kawasaki GPZ 500 S

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The 2000 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport bike ideally suited for novice and intermediate riders seeking an affordable entry into sportbike ownership. Its lightweight 179 kg chassis and manageable 40 hp inline-four engine deliver responsive handling and predictable performance, making it an excellent platform for developing riding skills without intimidating power delivery.

Capacity: 499.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 179.0 kg
Seat height: 775 mm
Power: 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2000 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S

vs the 1999

Spec	1999	2000
Power	60.0 HP (44.1 kW) @ 9800 RPM	40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
Torque	46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 33.9 ft.lbs)	47.0 Nm (4.8 kgf-m or 34.7 ft.lbs)
Top speed	185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)	170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Dry weight	173.0 kg (381.4 pounds)	179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Seat height	800 mm (31.5 inches)	775 mm (30.5 inches)

Other years 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering62%

City riding65%

Daily riding72%

Touring58%

Two-up50%

Track35%

Best for: Designed as an accessible entry-level sport tourer for commuting, learning, and light weekend rides rather than outright performance.
Built for: A friendly, unintimidating twin with smooth midrange delivery, favoring approachable usability over aggressive sportiness.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or serious long-distance touring comfort.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 775mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2000 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 499.0 ccm
Power: 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
Torque: 47.0 Nm (4.8 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2235 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 58.0 mm
Compression: 10.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: wet plate

Performance

Top speed: 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1435 mm
Seat height: 775 mm
Dry weight: 179.0 kg
Wet weight: 200.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc

Other

Color options: Blue, black, red

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1987	1991	1996	2000	2004
Capacity	499 cc	499 cc	498 cc	499 cc	498 cc
Dry weight	179 kg	179 kg	179 kg	179 kg	178 kg
Seat height	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18 L	18 L	18 L	18 L