Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Overview - Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 vs Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Technical Specifications Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	486 ccm	Displacement	451 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,117 mm	Length	1,995 mm
Width	Width	757 mm	Width	800 mm
Height	Height	1,116 mm	Height	1,055 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,416 mm	Wheelbase	1,375 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	190 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	172 kg
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	92 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	89.01 g/km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

The Kawasaki Z500 SE is an impressive naked bike that impresses with its powerful two-cylinder engine and sporty suspension. Although the seating position for taller riders and the limited electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems have been criticised, the Z500 offers a sporty and fun riding experience. The smooth transmission and soft clutch contribute significantly to the riding pleasure. Overall, the Z500 is an excellent bike for those looking for an agile naked bike that stands out in its class. Finally a bike that is lightweight but doesn't look cheap and puny. Really cool!

Engine appears sufficiently dimensioned and really grown-up

Playful handling

Pleasant ergonomics for smaller riders

Balanced and firm suspension

Smooth clutch

Good stability and precise feedback

Good power in all rev ranges

Buttery smooth clutch and gearstick

Uncomfortable seating position for taller riders

Annoying vibrations from 4000 rpm - audible plastic parts reduce the feeling of value

Brakes are less sporty than the engine - be careful on long and sporty passages

Conservative ABS that intervenes too early

Display difficult to adjust - you always have to take your hand off the handlebars to fiddle with the display

Tight suspension can be uncomfortable on longer journeys

No traction control

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Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Overview - Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 vs Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Technical Specifications Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Brixton Crossfire 500 X 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2024

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Brixton Crossfire 500 X vs Kawasaki Z 500 SE

Price Brixton Crossfire 500 X

Price Kawasaki Z 500 SE

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