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Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 vs. Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki ER-5 2006

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Overview - Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 vs Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025 compared to Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Kawasaki ER-5 2006
Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Kawasaki Z 500 SE 2025
Kawasaki ER-5 2006
Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power50 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement499 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height780 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

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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Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Kawasaki ER-5 2006

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z 500 SE vs Kawasaki ER-5

Price Kawasaki Z 500 SE

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Price Kawasaki ER-5

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