When the streets are calling, answer with the all-new Eliminator 500 SE. This bike shakes up convention with a sleek and low design, a low and comfortable seat, and light and easy handling for the most approachable cruiser from Kawasaki yet. Don’t overthink it—timeless design has been combined with modern technology so you can Just Ride.

Specifications
Engine

Engine type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin

Compression ratio

11.3:1

Valve system

DOHC, 8 valves

Bore x stroke

70.0 x 58.6 mm

Displacement

451 cm³

Fuel system

Fuel injection: 32 mm x 2

Lubrication

Forced lubrication, wet sump

Starting system

Electric

Ignition system

Digital

 

 

Performance & Transmission

Maximum power

33.4 kW {45.4 PS} / 9,000 rpm

Maximum torque

42.6 N•m {5.3 kgf•m} / 6,000 rpm

CO2 emission

89 g/km

Fuel consumption

3.8 l/100km

Transmission

6-speed, return shift

Clutch

Wet, multi disc

Primary reduction ratio

2.029 (69/34)

Gear ratios 1st

2.929 (41/14)

Gear ratios 2nd

2.056 (37/18)

Gear ratios 3rd

1.619 (34/21)

Gear ratios 4th

1.333 (32/24)

Gear ratios 5th

1.154 (30/26)

Gear ratios 6th

1.037 (28/27)

Final drive

Sealed chain

Final reduction ratio

3.071 (43/14)

 

 

Frame & Dimensions

Frame type

Trellis, high-tensile steel

Trail

121 mm

Wheel travel front

120 mm

Wheel travel rear

90 mm

Tyre, front

130/70-18M/C 63H

Tyre, rear

150/80-16M/C 71H

L x W x H

2,250 x 785 x 1,140 mm

Steering angle L R

35° / 35°

Wheel base

1,520 mm

Ground clearance

150 mm

Fuel capacity

13.0 litres

Seat height

735 mm

Curb mass

177 kg

 

 

Brakes & Suspension

Front brake type

Single disc

Front brake diameter

Ø 310 mm

Front brake caliper type

Dual-piston

Rear brake type

Single disc

Rear brake diameter

Ø 240 mm

Rear brake caliper type

Dual-piston

Front suspension type

Telescopic fork

Front suspension diameter

Ø 41 mm

Rear suspension type

Twin shocks