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Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 vs. Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 vs Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 compared to Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Aprilia Tuono 457 2025
Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Aprilia Tuono 457 2025
Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,400 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque43.5 Nm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement457 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

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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Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

Aprilia Tuono 457 2025

The Tuono 457 closes the gap between the 125cc and 660cc Tuono and really impressed in all respects during the ride test. A lively, revvy and elastic engine, stable suspension, good brakes, sport-orientated geometry and a blipper of the very finest quality. The competition will have it anything but easy.

Lively and elastic two-cylinder

sport-orientated chassis with good suspension

top-of-the-range blipper in accessories

No premium tyres as original equipment

vibrations from 9,000 rpm upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z 500 SE vs Aprilia Tuono 457

Price Kawasaki Z 500 SE

Model year
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Price Aprilia Tuono 457

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