All eyes are on you when riding the Z500 SE supernaked. With distinctive bodywork and a powerful 451cc engine, this aggressively styled streetfighter is for those who are not afraid to be seen.

This edition contains:

  • Single Seat Cover, Metallic Flat Spark Black
  • Large Smoke Meter Cover
  • Gel Resin Tank Pad with Kawasaki Logo
  • Dashboard Screen Protector
  • Kawasaki Tag Keyring (not visible)

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 {4.3 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

92 mm

Wheel travel front

120 mm

Wheel travel rear

130 mm

Tyre, front

110/70R17 M/C 54H

Tyre, rear

150/60R17 M/C 66H

L x W x H

1,995 x 800 x 1,050 mm

Steering angle L R

35° / 35°

Wheel base

1,375 mm

Ground clearance

145 mm

Fuel capacity

14.0 litres

Seat height

785 mm

Curb mass

168 kg

 

 

Brakes & Suspension

Front brake type

Single semi-floating disc

Front brake diameter

Ø 310 mm

Front brake caliper type

Balanced actuation dual-piston

Rear brake type

Single disc

Rear brake diameter

Ø 220 mm

Front suspension type

Telescopic fork

Front suspension diameter

Ø 41 mm

Rear suspension type

Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock, and spring preload adjustability

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