Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 vs. Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 compared to Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	70 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	58.6 mm	Stroke	64 mm
Engine power	Engine power	45.4 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	42.6 Nm	Torque	39 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.3	Compression Ratio	12.6
Displacement	Displacement	499 ccm	Displacement	398.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	90 mm	Travel	150 mm

Chassis

Trail	Trail	121 mm	Trail	95 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,368 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	735 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
Range	Range	342 km	Range	382 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	89 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	79 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	3.8 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.4 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

The Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 is a casual bike that can appeal to both beginners and experienced riders. Its agility and extensive features make it an interesting choice in its class. The single-cylinder engine offers a lot of fun in the upper rev range, even if it is a little weak in the lower range. The firm chassis set-up ensures precise handling, but could be more comfortable on longer rides. Overall, the Vitpilen 401 is a well-equipped and stylish bike that is particularly suitable for riders looking for an agile and dynamic riding experience.

Outstanding agility - yet stable

modern electronics

extensive features

sporty but comfortable seating position

casual design

excellent quickshifter

pleasant handling

beautiful TFT display

adjustable suspension

sufficient space in the saddle

lively engine

Somewhat weak brakes with a doughy pressure point

low flywheel mass makes for a somewhat unsteady engine running

hard seat

limited usable speed range

noticeable vibrations

engine tuning not precise enough

display difficult to read in the sun

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Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 vs. Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024 compared to Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2024

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Eliminator 500 vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

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