Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore70 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque63 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength1,995 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth730 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)172 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

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 Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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