Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs. Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

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Overview - Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 compared to Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026
Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeElectric
Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power44 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power3,700 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque95 Nm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,438 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height881 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 is no off-road monster, but rather a well-balanced A2-category adventure bike with a clear all-round focus. It impresses with its sturdy suspension, docile engine and well-designed ergonomics, marking a solid fresh start for Kawasaki in the adventure segment. It does have a few minor flaws, though only one of them is truly annoying.

a smooth and predictable engine

a stable and comfortable suspension

well-designed ergonomics to suit a wide range of body sizes

good value for money

a smooth-shifting transmission

Low ground clearance

hardly any off-road tyres are compatible with the unusual rear tyre size

wind protection is reasonable despite the taller windscreen

no options for a quickshifter or cruise control

ABS is disengageable only in its entirety

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Zero FX ZF5.7 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE vs Zero FX ZF5.7

Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Zero FX ZF5.7

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

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