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2026 Kawasaki KLE®500 SE ABS

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Kawasaki's rally-inspired adventure motorcycle, the KLE®500 SE ABS, is designed to look stylish and ride comfortably, from commutes on pavement to exploring gravel roads. Its versatility comes from a torquey 451cc parallel-twin, a 21-inch front wheel and long-travel suspension, and the SE package layers on touring and protection upgrades.

• 451cc parallel-twin engine: a DOHC, liquid-cooled design fed by DFI® fuel injection, with ratings of 51 hp and 31.7 lb-ft of torque.
• 4.3-in TFT color instrumentation: a fully digital screen that links to a smartphone via RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE.
• Tall adjustable windscreen: provides added wind protection for longer trips.
• Metal-reinforced handguards and larger aluminum skid plate: shield the hands and the engine when riding off-road.
• Off-road capable chassis: a 43mm inverted fork offering 8.3 in of travel, a bottom-link Uni-Trak rear with preload adjustment, and 21/17-inch wheels.
• Selectable ABS: lets ABS be turned on or off to match the riding conditions.
• Assist & slipper clutch: delivers a light pull at the lever along with smoother downshifts.
• All-LED lighting and ERGO-FIT®: contemporary lighting, along with ergonomics that adjust to suit the rider.

• MSRP$7,499
• LocationMotosport
• ConditionNew
• Stock NumberAB8946
• Year2026
• MakeKawasaki
• ModelKLE®500 SE ABS
• TypeMotorcycle
• CategoryAdventure
• VINML5LEGD15TDAB8946
• ColorGreen
• Mileage2
• Engine4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled
• Engine Size451 cc
• Horsepower51 hp @ 10,000 rpm (ISO 4106)
• Fuel TypeGas
• Transmission6-speed, return shift
• StatusIn Stock
• Width3.22
• Height4.95
• Fuel Capacity4 gal

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Power

Engine	4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled
Displacement	451cc
Bore x Stroke	70.0 x 58.6mm
Compression Ratio	11.3:1
Maximum Horsepower	51 hp¹ @ 10,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
Fuel System	DFI® with 32mm throttle bodies
Ignition	TCBI with Electronic Advance
Transmission	6-speed, return shift
Final Drive	Sealed chain
Electronic Rider Aids	Economical Riding Indicator, Selectable On/Off Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Performance

Front Suspension / Wheel Travel	43mm KYB inverted telescopic fork/8.3 in
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel	Bottom-link New Uni-Trak with adjustable spring preload/7.7 in
Front Tire	IRC GP-410 90/90-21
Rear Tire	IRC GP-410 140/70-17
Front Brakes	Single 300mm disc with 2-piston caliper and ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 230mm disc with 2-piston caliper and ABS

Details

Frame Type	Trellis, high tensile steel
Rake/Trail	28.0°/4.1 in
Overall Length	90.6 in
Overall Width	38.6 in
Overall Height	59.4 in (windscreen Hi) / 57.5 in (windscreen Lo)
Ground Clearance	7.3 in
Seat Height	34.3 in
Estimated Dry Weight	385.9 lb** / 388.1 lb** 50-State Model
Curb Weight	427.8 lb* / 430.0 lb* 50-State Model
Fuel Capacity	4.2 gal
Wheelbase	61.2 in
Special Features	4.3-in All-digital TFT color Instrumentation, All-LED lighting, Tall adjustable windscreen, Handguards, Larger aluminum skid plate, ERGO-FIT®, Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE, USB Type-C outlet available as an accessory
Color Choices	Pearl Blizzard White, Metallic Bluish Green

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