The 2024 Kawasaki Z500 is upgraded from the Z400 with a larger capacity engine, sharper design, new technology, new seat shape and many more upgrades. The naked bike is now powered by a 451cc parallel-twin engine with a maximum power of 51 horsepower and 31.7 lb-ft of torque. It has a trellis frame and has a short wheelbase/long swingarm configuration, and is light at 366 pounds for the base model and 370 pounds for the SE.
We had the opportunity to test ride the Kawasaki Z500 in and around San Diego and were impressed with the bike’s nimble handling, extra torque, and comfortable ergonomics. Watch the video below to see the 2024 Kawasaki Z500 in action and Read our full review here.
Technical specifications of Kawasaki Z500 (SE) 2024
- Basic price: $5,599 ($6,299)
- Guarantee: 1 year, not yet introduced. mile
- Website: Kawasaki.com
- Engine Type: Liquid cooled, horizontal parallel twin, DOCH with 4 valves per cylinder.
- Move: 451cc
- Diameter x piston stroke: 70.0 x 58.6mm
- Horse power: 51.0 horsepower @ 10,000 rpm (factory claim)
- Torque: 31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm (factory claim)
- Transmission process: 6-speed wet clutch, cable actuated
- Final drive: Chain
- The standard long: 54.1 inches.
- Rake/Trail: 24.5 degrees/3.6 inches.
- Seat height: 30.9 inches.
- Wet Weight: 366 lb (370 lb)
- Fuel quantity: 3.7 gallons.
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