Sportbikes
2027Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE
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The Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE carries into the 2027 model year as a Sport. Large windshield. Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System. Smartphone Connectivity. USB-C.
- Capacity
- 451.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 158.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 51.0 HP (37.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as an approachable sportbike for commuting, learning, and weekend fun rather than outright track domination.
- Built for
- A nimble, friendly small-capacity sportbike that rewards smooth riding with playful handling and a peppy twin-cylinder engine.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, heavy passenger loads, or serious off-road capability.
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
- 51.0 HP (37.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 7900 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3228 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 58.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual. Assist and Slipper.
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1374 mm
- Overall length
- 1994 mm
- Overall width
- 729 mm
- Overall height
- 1181 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 158.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 172.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 92 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 150/60-17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Moondust Gray, Passion Red/Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Matte Dark Gray
- Comments
- Large windshield. Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System. Smartphone Connectivity. USB-C.
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 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 451 cc | 451 cc | 451 cc |
| Dry weight | 158 kg | 158 kg | 158 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 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 Ninja 500 SE?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE has a Capacity of 451.0 ccm (27.52 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE has a Power of 51.0 HP (37.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7900 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE weigh?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE has a Dry weight of 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds).
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