2026Kawasaki Eliminator

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The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a 451cc parallel-twin engine delivering 31.7 lb-ft of torque, ideal for riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern performance and technology. Its lightweight 388 lb frame, low 28.9-inch seat, and nimble handling make it accessible to new riders while its digital fuel injection and ABS appeal to experienced cruiser enthusiasts wanting contemporary reliability and safety.

Capacity: 451.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 164.0 kg
Seat height: 734 mm
Power: 51.0 HP (38.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Power	45.4 HP (33.1 kW) @ 9000 RPM	51.0 HP (38.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque	42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.4 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM	43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Front brakes	Single disc. Single disc with twin-piston caliper. Optional ABS.	Single 310mm disc with twin-piston caliper (and ABS)

Other years 2025 2026

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 734mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 451.0 ccm
Power: 51.0 HP (38.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque: 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3110 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: 734 mm
Dry weight: 164.0 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: 122 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single 310mm disc with twin-piston caliper (and ABS)
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single disc with single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 130/70-18
Rear tyre: 150/80-16