Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs. Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
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Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
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Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 compared to Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
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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 The outdated display and menu navigation as well as the average sound of the engine are criticised.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.
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Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
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Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.