Description
A new addition to the Z series is the new lightweight Z500, which was developed alongside the new Ninja 500. Riders will appreciate the super stylish Z looks when it’s time to be noticed, and the easy-to-use, practical features in day-to-day riding make it fun and enjoyable for everyone. On the styling side, the Z500’s new bodywork is inspired by the sugomi* styling Kawasaki’s Z Supernaked models are known for, and its aggressive looks bely its highly accommodating, riderfriendly nature. Riders will notice how quickly the Z500 catches everyone’s eyes when out on the town, and will know that once they swing a leg over, it has the performance to back it up, including a newly designed engine, a lightweight 250cc-based chassis, and practical, rider-friendly features including a relaxed riding position, LED headlights and smartphone connectivity. Kawasaki’s all-new lightweight Z brings even more riding excitement in a head-turning package.
| 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 |
| Frame |
Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| Front Suspension |
ø41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension |
Bottom-link Uni Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable spring preload |
| Front Wheel Travel |
120 mm |
| Rear Wheel Travel |
130 mm |
| Rake |
24.3° |
| Trail |
92 mm |
| Steering Angle (L/R) |
35° / 35° |
| Front Tyre |
110/70R17M/C 54H |
| Rear Tyre |
150/60R17M/C 66H |
| Front Brake/s |
Semi-floating ø310 mm disc |
| Front Caliper/s |
Balanced actuation dual-piston |
| Rear Brake |
ø220 mm disc |
| Rear Caliper |
Dual-piston |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) |
1,995 x 800 x 1,100 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1,375 mm |
| Road Clearance |
145 mm |
| Seat Height |
785 mm |
| Curb Mass |
169 kg |
| Fuel Capacity |
14 litres |
| Model Code |
ER500FRFAW |
