Kawasaki Ninja 500 Specifications:
Engine & Transmission:
- Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
- Displacement: 451 cm³
- Bore and 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
- Lubrication: Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Transmission: 6-speed, return
- Maximum Power: 33.4 kW {45 PS} / 9,000 min⁻¹
- Maximum Torque: 42.6 N·m {4.3 kgƒ·m} / 6,000 min⁻¹
Dimensions & Chassis:
- Frame Type: Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Rake / Trail: 92 mm
- Tyre – Front: 110/70R17M/C 54H
- Tyre – Rear: 150/60R17M/C 66H
- Wheelbase: 1,375 mm
- Ground Clearance: 145 mm
- Seat Height: 785 mm
- Curb Mass: 171 kg
- Fuel Capacity: 14 litres
- Overall Dimensions (L x W x H): 1,995 x 730 x 1,120 mm
Brakes & Suspension:
- Front Suspension / Wheel Travel: ø41 mm telescopic fork / 120 mm
- Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable preload / 130 mm
- Front Brake: Semi-floating ø310 mm disc
- Front Brake Caliper: Balanced actuation dual-piston
- Rear Brake: ø220 mm disc
- Rear Brake Caliper: Dual-piston