Kawasaki KLR 500 1987 vs. Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLR 500 1987 compared to Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987
Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power39.97 HPEngine power40 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemCarburatorFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement497 ccmDisplacement398 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel231 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel231 mmTravel150 mm
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter230 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height889 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity13 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2
Stationary noiseStationary noise96 dBStationary noise91 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Kawasaki KLR 500 1987

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

Triumph Scrambler 400 X 2025

If you like a cool scrambler look but need to stay in the A2-compatible range when it comes to the engine, the Triumph Scrambler 400 X is a really smart choice. The 400cc engine has a nice torque in the mid-range; it doesn't really wind out a gear. The riding position is upright, the suspension is comfortable yet stable. The Scrambler 400 X can therefore also be ridden in a sporty manner, although the front brakes require too much manual force when ridden with vigour. On the other hand, the features are generous with the many off-road orientated attachments and put the higher price into perspective compared to the naked Speed 400 sister.

high-quality modern-classic look

good price

engine with strong centre

responsive suspension

good, model-matched tyres

Weak brakes at the front

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki KLR 500 vs Triumph Scrambler 400 X

Price Kawasaki KLR 500

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Price Triumph Scrambler 400 X

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