Kawasaki KLE500 2026 vs. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki KLE500 2026 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLE500 2026 compared to Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Kawasaki KLE500 2026
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore70 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power40 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque40 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore32 mmThrottle Bore42 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement451.65 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel210 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel196 mmTravel200 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter270 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,285 mm
WidthWidth940 mmWidth852 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,316 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)194 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
RangeRange400 kmRange473 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.59 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, EquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Integrated navigation system

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 is a bike with a unique character that impresses with its accessibility and reliability. It is ideal for riders who are looking for an uncomplicated, yet powerful enduro bike that can cope with different types of terrain. Although it is not the most powerful or sporty bike, it impresses with its easy handling, robust construction and reliable electronics. Its suspension is stable at speed, but quickly reaches its limits. Overall, the Himalayan offers a pleasant riding experience for adventurers looking for a robust and good-natured machine.

Easy handling and accessible riding style

Robust and reliable suspension

Compact dimensions and low seat height make it accessible

Good travelling qualities as a comfortable companion

Not particularly powerful or sporty

suspension quickly reaches its limits under intensive use

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki KLE500 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Price Kawasaki KLE500

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

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