Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs. Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 compared to Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power39.97 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio9.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemCarburator
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement497 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel231 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel231 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter230 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height889 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

The Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE impresses as a versatile bike with an excellent power-to-weight ratio that is suitable for both sporty riding and everyday use. With a powerful 450cc two-cylinder engine and a weight of just 171 kg, it offers agile handling and sporty riding performance. The riding position is comfortable and the brakes and clutch work precisely and reliably. Although the bike has no traction control, the engine is easy to control. The outdated display and menu navigation as well as the average sound of the engine are criticised. Despite these shortcomings, the Ninja 500 SE offers excellent value for money and is an attractive choice for riders in the A2 segment.

Agile handling and sporty riding performance

Good power-to-weight ratio

Comfortable riding position

Reliable brakes and clutch

No need for traction control

Attractive price-performance ratio

Outdated display and menu navigation Average sound of the motor

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Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE vs Kawasaki KLR 500

Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

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Price Kawasaki KLR 500

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