Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
Kawasaki · 17 model years · 1987–2004
2004 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 2004 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a lightweight sport-touring twin ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking an accessible, reliable commuter with genuine sportiness. Its 498cc…
2003 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 2003 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a lightweight, accessible middleweight sport-tourer ideally suited for novice and intermediate riders seeking a manageable platform. Its 498cc parall…
2002 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 2002 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport-touring middleweight designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and practicality. Its …
2001 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 2001 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a nimble sport-touring middleweight powered by a 499cc twin-cylinder engine producing 50 horsepower. Ideally suited for novice and intermediate rider…
2000 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 2000 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport bike ideally suited for novice and intermediate riders seeking an affordable entry into sportbike ownership. Its lightweight 179 …
1999 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1999 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a nimble sport-touring middleweight ideal for novice and returning riders seeking affordable, reliable performance. Its liquid-cooled parallel-twin e…
1998 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1998 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport-touring middleweight powered by a liquid-cooled 498cc parallel-twin engine producing 60 horsepower. Ideal for novice and intermed…
1997 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1997 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible middleweight sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance. Its liquid-cooled 498cc twin engine de…
1996 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1996 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible middleweight sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking an affordable entry into sportbike riding. Its 498cc twin engi…
1995 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1995 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance. Its 498cc parallel-twin engine delivers manageable …
1994 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1994 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible middleweight sport bike ideal for new and returning riders seeking affordable performance. Its 498cc inline-four engine delivers 60 hor…
1992 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1992 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance. Its lightweight 499cc parallel-twin engine delivers…
1991 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1991 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport-touring middleweight ideal for intermediate riders seeking a balanced blend of agility and comfort. Its liquid-cooled parallel tw…
1990 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1990 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking manageable performance. Its 499cc liquid-cooled twin produces 60 horsepower…
1989 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1989 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a versatile middleweight twin that serves as an excellent all-around platform for novice and experienced riders alike. Known for its reliable liquid-…
1988 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1988 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is a lightweight sport touring twin designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance. Known for its manageable 60 horsepower, …
1987 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S
The 1987 Kawasaki GPZ 500 S is an accessible sport-touring middleweight ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking practical performance. Its 499cc liquid-cooled twin deliver…
| Spec | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 | 1989 | 1988 | 1987 |
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| Capacity | 498 cc | 498 cc | 60 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc | 498 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Power | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 50.00 | 40.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 | 60.00 |
| Torque | 46.10 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 34.0 ft.lbs) @ 8500 | 46.10 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 34.0 ft.lbs) @ 8500 | — | 47.00 Nm (4.8 kgf-m or 34.7 ft.lbs) @ 8500 | 47.00 | 46.00 | 46.00 | 46.00 | 45.10 | 45.10 | 45.11 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — | — | 188 km/h | 170 km/h | 185 km/h | 195 km/h | 195 km/h | — | — | — | 195 km/h | 195 km/h | 195 km/h | 195 km/h | 195 km/h | 195 km/h |
| Dry weight | 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds) | 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds) | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) | 170.0 kg (374.8 pounds) | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) | — | 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds) | 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds) | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Seat height | — | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | — | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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