Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025 vs Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025
Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore70 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power45.4 HPEngine power124 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque97.4 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore32 mmThrottle Bore36 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
TrailTrail92 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength1,995 mmLength2,065 mm
WidthWidth730 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,075 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)171 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions89.01 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions117 g/km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2025

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 Z900 SE 2025

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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