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Kawasaki KLE500

Kawasaki · 17 model years · 1991-2007 All Kawasaki models →

The Kawasaki KLE500 was a dual-purpose bike built from 1991 to 2007. It used a liquid-cooled 498cc parallel twin, offering smooth, torquey performance.

It had a comfortable riding position and long-travel suspension, making it popular for commuting and light touring. Rivals included the Honda Transalp and Suzuki DR650.

YearPhotoEnginePower WeightSeatFields
2007 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 44.3 hp 181 kg 850 mm 41
2006 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 44.3 hp 181 kg 850 mm 31
2005 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 45 hp 181 kg 850 mm 47
2004 2004 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 47.6 hp 181 kg 850 mm 45
2003 2003 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 48 hp 181 kg 850 mm 43
2002 2002 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 48 hp 181 kg 850 mm 43
2001 2001 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 46
2000 2000 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 48 hp 181 kg 850 mm 45
1999 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 46
1998 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44
1997 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 178 kg 850 mm 46
1996 1996 Kawasaki KLE500 498 cc 49 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44
1995 1995 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44
1994 1994 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44
1993 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44
1992 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 50 hp 181 kg 850 mm 45
1991 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 499 cc 44.8 hp 181 kg 850 mm 44