Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	70 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	58.6 mm	Stroke	45.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	45.4 HP	Engine power	124 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	42.6 Nm	Torque	69 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.3	Compression Ratio	12.9
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	32 mm	Throttle Bore	38 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	499 ccm	Displacement	636 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	90 mm	Travel	151 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube, Perimeter, Extruded
Trail	Trail	121 mm	Trail	101 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,250 mm	Length	2,025 mm
Width	Width	785 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,100 mm	Height	1,105 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,400 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	735 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	176 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R impresses with a powerful 636 cubic centimetres engine and dynamic handling, making it a thoroughly potent and sportily tuned machine. The well-functioning quickshifter and clear display contribute to a positive riding experience. However, the aggressive riding position significantly compromises comfort and the lack of a modern ride-by-wire system prevents the use of a blipper - making the ZX-6R look outdated compared to competitor models. Overall, it is an excellent choice for riders with sporting ambitions, but offers room for improvement in terms of comfort and modern features.

Powerful 636cc engine with plenty of grunt and power

well-functioning quickshifter at high rpm

good handling and pleasant ride feel

clear and easy-to-read display

sporty suspension

reliable brakes

Missing Ride-by-Wire system - therefore no blipper

aggressive riding position with acute knee angle and handlebar ends turned inwards

lack of comfort for longer rides

somewhat spartan display compared to the competition