Adventure Motorcycles
2026Kawasaki KLE500 ABS
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The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS is a lightweight adventure-touring motorcycle ideal for new riders and commuters seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Known for its approachable ergonomics, fuel efficiency, and capable off-road potential, it delivers practical everyday performance with added safety through standard ABS. The KLE500 excels as a versatile platform for both street and light trail riding.
- Capacity
- 451.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Seat height
- 870 mm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A lightweight, entry-level dual-sport built for mixed on-road commuting and light-to-moderate off-road exploration rather than outright speed or track use.
- Built for
- Friendly, approachable, and versatile, with a parallel-twin engine character that prioritizes usable torque and predictability over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders chasing high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or heavy long-distance touring with a passenger.
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
- 451.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Torque
- 42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2575 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 58.6 mm
- Fuel system
- Injection
Transmission
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate assist/slipper; mechanically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1554 mm
- Seat height
- 870 mm
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 194.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 173 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel trellis
- Front suspension
- 43mm KYB inverted fork; non-adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak monoshock; preload-adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 211 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 201 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 300mm, 2-piston caliper, switchable ABS
- Rear brakes
- 240mm, 2-piston caliper, switchable ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- IRC GP-410 ,90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- IRC GP-410 ,140/70-17
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 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 451 cc | 451 cc |
| Dry weight | 174 kg | 174 kg |
| Seat height | 870 mm | 870 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 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 ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS has a Capacity of 451.0 ccm (27.52 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLE500 ABS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS has a Power of 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLE500 ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS has a Torque of 42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLE500 ABS weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS has a Dry weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).
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