Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs. Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 vs Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024 compared to Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024
Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore70 mmBore44 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke41 mm
Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power14 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder3
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement124.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel135 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel67 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter270 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonThree pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCombined Brake System

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter15 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height710 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA1
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions89.01 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions62 g/km

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

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila 2022

If you like the look of big bobber bikes with powerful V2 engines, the Hyosung GV125 S Aquila is an interesting 125cc alternative. The look is really successful, the proportions are right and the Bonsai V2 is a real V2! However, the engine does not stand out noticeably from the usual single-cylinder competition. This may also be due to the comparatively high weight. Nevertheless, the GV125 S Aquila is a very agile and, thanks to the comfortable seating position, also very easy to ride bobber. A real recommendation for novice riders with an A1/B111/B196 licence.

Gorgeous bobber look

a real V2 engine

very comfortable seating position

low saddle height

very manoeuvrable despite higher weight

CBS brake as a safety feature

Engine rather unspectacular

CBS takes some getting used to

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE vs Hyosung GV 125 S Aquila

Price Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

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