Kawasaki KLE500
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Key Specification Kawasaki KLE500 2026
Engine and Drive Train
| Engine type | In line |
|---|---|
| Bore | 70 mm |
| Stroke | 58.6 mm |
| Engine power | 45 HP |
| Rpm at Max. Power | 9000 rpm |
| Torque | 42.6 Nm |
| Rpm at Torque | 6000 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Throttle Bore | 32 mm |
| Starter | Electric |
| Clutch Type | Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Transmission | Chain |
| Transmission Type | Gearshift |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Valves | DOHC |
| Cooling | liquid |
| Lubrication | Forced |
| Displacement | 451 ccm |
Suspension Front
| Front suspension | Upside-Down telescopic fork |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Travel | 210 mm |
Suspension Rear
| Suspension | Swing arm |
|---|---|
| Shock absorber | Monoshock |
| Shock mount | Uni Trak |
| Travel | 196 mm |
Chassis
| Frame | Steel |
|---|---|
| Frame type | Tubular |
| Rake | 28 degree |
| Trail | 104 mm |
Brakes Front
| Type | Single disk |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 300 mm |
| Piston | Double piston |
Brakes Rear
| Type | Disc |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 230 mm |
| Piston | Double piston |
Assistance Systems
| Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS |
|---|
Dimensions and Weights
| Front tyre width | 90 mm |
|---|---|
| Front tyre height | 90 % |
| Front tyre diameter | 21 inch |
| Rear tyre width | 140 mm |
| Rear tyre height | 70 % |
| Rear tyre diameter | 17 inch |
| Length | 2300 mm |
| Width | 940 mm |
| Height | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1555 mm |
| Seat Height | 870 mm |
| Kerb Weight (with ABS) | 194 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 l |
| License compliancy | A2 |
| Range | 400 km |
| Combined CO2 emissions | 93 g/km |
| Combined fuel consumption | 4 l/100km |
Equipment
| Equipment | Connectivity, LED-Headlights, |
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FAQ tires Kawasaki KLE500
- Which tires are currently recommended by the 1000PS editorial team for this model?
Touring enduro road
Travel enduro tires with a clear road focus that can also cope with short detours on gravel roads.
Touring enduro 50 / 50
Tires that are designed for mixed on-road and off-road use.
Touring enduro 80 road / 20 off-road
Real touring enduro tires which are also fun for occasional detours on gravel passes.
FAQ Kawasaki KLE500
- What is the current market price of the Kawasaki KLE500?
- The current average market price of a Kawasaki KLE500, year of manufacture 1997, is 1,130 GBP with an average mileage of 59,963 km.
- Which one is better? Kawasaki KLE500 or {AlternativeBrandModel}?
- You can compare these two motorcycles here. You can find all pros and cons of the comparable model here.
- How about the availability of the Kawasaki KLE500?
- Compared to other Enduro motorcycle bikes the availability is very poor. There are very few Kawasaki KLE500 bikes available on the market.
- How popular is the Kawasaki KLE500?
- There is a very weak demand for a Kawasaki KLE500 on the market.
- What is the data source for the content on this page?
- The data comes from the online motorcycle magazine '1000PS'. 1000PS was founded in 2001. The company is based in Austria. Most of the content is published in German. However, the team also presents motorcycle test videos in English on YouTube. Here you can find 1000PS on Instagram.
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