Cruisers

2025Kawasaki Eliminator

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The 2025 Kawasaki Eliminator is a modern custom cruiser designed for riders seeking retro styling with contemporary performance. Powered by a 451cc parallel-twin engine producing 45.4 horsepower, it delivers accessible power and agile handling ideal for new and experienced cruiser enthusiasts. Known for blending classic chopper aesthetics with reliable Japanese engineering at an affordable price point.

Capacity: 451.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 163.0 kg
Seat height: 735 mm
Power: 45.4 HP (33.1 kW) @ 9000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering55%

City riding78%

Daily riding72%

Touring38%

Two-up45%

Track25%

Best for: Designed primarily as a stylish, easy-to-ride urban cruiser for commuting and weekend cafe runs rather than outright performance or distance touring.
Built for: Has a laid-back cruiser attitude with a modern, minimalist streetfighter-cruiser look, offering approachable fun over aggressive performance.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting high-speed touring, serious off-road capability, or track-day thrills.

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

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At 735mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Kawasaki Eliminator, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright 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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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 451.0 ccm
Power: 45.4 HP (33.1 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque: 42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.80 litres/100 km (26.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2785 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 w/ Digital Advance
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1519 mm
Overall length: 2250 mm
Overall width: 785 mm
Overall height: 1100 mm
Seat height: 735 mm
Dry weight: 163.0 kg
Wet weight: 176.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.90 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front suspension: 41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Twin shocks
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 79 mm
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 121 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Single disc with twin-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single disc with single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 130/70-18
Rear tyre: 150/80-16