Adventure Motorcycles
2007Kawasaki KLE500
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The 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 is a lightweight dual-sport tourer ideal for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable adventure touring. Its 498cc parallel-twin engine delivers modest but adequate power for varied terrain, while the compact 181kg frame ensures manageable handling. Known for reliability and fuel efficiency, it excels as an accessible entry point to long-distance motorcycling.
- Capacity
- 498.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 181.0 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Power
- 44.3 HP (32.6 kW)
What’s new for the 2007 Kawasaki KLE500
vs the 2006| Spec | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs) | not listed |
| Front suspension | 220 mm | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | 200 mm | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak |
| Front brakes | — | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | — | Single disc. Single-piston caliper |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A versatile middleweight adventure-tourer built for mixed-surface travel, commuting, and light off-road exploration rather than outright speed.
- Built for
- An unpretentious, mechanically simple parallel-twin adventure bike that favors durability and practicality over performance thrills.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills or track-day performance, as its power and suspension setup prioritize versatility over outright pace.
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
- 44.3 HP (32.6 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2448 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 8
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- wet, multi disc
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
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41 mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak
- Front wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 105 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Ocean Blue, Pearl Meteor Gray
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2003 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 499 cc | 499 cc | 498 cc | 499 cc | 498 cc |
| Dry weight | 181 kg | 181 kg | 181 kg | 181 kg | 181 kg |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLE500?
The 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 has a Capacity of 498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLE500 have?
The 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 has a Power of 44.3 HP (32.6 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLE500 have?
The 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLE500 weigh?
The 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 has a Dry weight of 181.0 kg (399.0 pounds).
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