Cruisers
2026Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE
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The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE is a modern retro cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with contemporary performance. Its 451cc liquid-cooled twin produces 44.8 horsepower and 42.6 Nm of torque, delivering smooth mid-range character ideal for urban commuting and weekend cruising. Best known for blending vintage aesthetics with reliable, accessible handling for beginner to intermediate riders.
- Capacity
- 451.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 177.0 kg
- Seat height
- 735 mm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for stylish everyday cruising and short scenic rides rather than outright performance or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- A modern, approachable custom cruiser that blends classic styling with a peppy, free-revving twin-cylinder engine.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring capability, serious passenger comfort, or any off-road ambition.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 451.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.80 litres/100 km (26.3 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2531 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 58.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI w/ Digital Advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1520 mm
- Overall length
- 2250 mm
- Overall width
- 785 mm
- Overall height
- 1140 mm
- Seat height
- 735 mm
- Wet weight
- 177.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm telescopic fork/
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks/
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 30.0°
- Trail
- 121 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Single disc with twin-piston caliper, and ABS
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single disc with single-piston caliper, and ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 130/70-18
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Carbon Gray/Flat Ebony
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 | — | — | 165 kg |
| Seat height | 735 mm | 735 mm | 735 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.9 L | 12.9 L | 13 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 Eliminator 500 SE?
The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE has a Capacity of 451.0 ccm (27.52 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE has a Power of 44.8 HP (33.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE?
The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE has a Torque of 42.6 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE has a Wet weight of 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds).
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