Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Overview - Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021 vs Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021

Kawasaki Z 500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	72 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	85.8 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	20.2 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,100 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	27 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.5	Compression Ratio	11.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	349 ccm	Displacement	451 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	270 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,140 mm	Length	1,995 mm
Width	Width	845 mm	Width	800 mm
Height	Height	1,140 mm	Height	1,055 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,375 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	765 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	172 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Stellar 2021

Whether as a beginner's bike or a second bike, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers a hell of a lot of motorbike at a more than fair price. But one thing is clear: if you are looking for lap times or home track records, you should get another motorbike. Everyone else is guaranteed not to go wrong with the attractively designed Meteor 350. It's a great bike that could well become a blockbuster without any real competition on the market!

Unbeatable price

engine hugs the throttle well

turn-by-turn navigation

good ergonomics for big and small

highly customisable

coherent concept

chassis and brakes fit

big enough for two

good lean angle clearance

beginner-friendly.

Workmanship and material appearance occasionally at a low level

headlights with low light output

engine power somewhat weak for motorway trips

Kawasaki Z 500 2024

With 52 cubic metres more displacement, the new Z500 does not appear to be a ground-breaking development compared to its predecessor, the Z400, but the increase in torque actually makes for a much more confident and mature appearance. The handling remains extremely playful thanks to the low weight and narrower tyres, while the ergonomics are what you would expect from an easy-going A2 naked bike. The suspension surprises with a really successful compromise between sport and comfort for all weight classes. The unagitated brakes, the smooth clutch and the easy manoeuvring make it clear that the new Z500 is aimed at all newcomers. However, the better and more modern equipped Z500 SE does not cost much more than the standard Z500.

Engine with more stroke provides more torque and thus appears much more mature

playful handling

pleasant ergonomics

balanced chassis

good-natured but functional brakes

smooth-running clutch

independent, pleasing appearance

only equipped with LCD fittings, but not much cheaper than Z500 SE with colour TFT display

conventional indicators with bulbs instead of LEDs

only available as standard version in Germany

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