Description
Hit the road on a full-fledged Ninja with the kind of performance, handling and lightweight feel you expect from a Ninja, delivered in a package that makes everyday riding easy and fun for everyone. Now very popular—in no small part thanks to the introduction of the Ninja 250, Ninja 300 and Ninja 400 models—the light sport segment continues to attract a wide range of riders. A new entry to this segment, the Ninja 500 combines fun, exciting performance thanks to a newly designed engine, a lightweight 250cc-based chassis, and practical, rider-friendly features including a relaxed riding position, LED headlights and smartphone connectivity. These features, along with the kind of sharp, aggressive styling the Ninja is known for, result in a package that riders can be proud to own and ride every day. Now Kawasaki offers riders more of a good thing with an all-new lightweight Ninja.
| Maximum Power | 33.4 kW {45 PS} / 9,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 42.6 Nm {4.3 kgfm} / 6,000 rpm |
| Engine | 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
| Displacement | 451 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 70.0 x 58.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valve System | DOHC, 8 valves |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2 |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Primary Reduction Ratio | 2.029 (69/34) |
| Gear Ratio: 1st | 2.929 (41/14) |
| Gear Ratio: 2nd | 2.056 (37/18) |
| Gear Ratio: 3rd | 1.619 (34/21) |
| Gear Ratio: 4th | 1.333 (32/24) |
| Gear Ratio: 5th | 1.154 (30/26) |
| Gear Ratio: 6th | 1.037 (28/27) |
| Final Reduction Ratio | 3.071 (43/14) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Final Drive | Chain |
