2026 Kawasaki KLE®500 SE ABS
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The KLE®500 SE ABS is Kawasaki's rally-inspired adventure motorcycle. It is built to be stylish and comfortable whether you're commuting on pavement or exploring gravel roads. A torquey 451cc parallel-twin, a 21-inch front wheel and long-travel suspension make it versatile, and the SE package adds touring and protection upgrades.
- 451cc parallel-twin engine: liquid-cooled DOHC engine with DFI® fuel injection, rated at 51 hp and 31.7 lb-ft of torque.
- 4.3-in TFT color instrumentation: an all-digital display with smartphone connectivity through RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE.
- Tall adjustable windscreen: gives more wind protection on longer rides.
- Metal-reinforced handguards and larger aluminum skid plate: protect the hands and the engine off-road.
- Off-road capable chassis: 43mm inverted fork with 8.3 in of travel, a bottom-link Uni-Trak rear with adjustable preload, and 21/17-inch wheels.
- Selectable ABS: ABS can be switched on or off to suit the riding conditions.
- Assist & slipper clutch: gives a light lever pull and smoother downshifts.
- All-LED lighting and ERGO-FIT®: modern lighting, plus ergonomics that can be adjusted to fit the rider.
- Sale Price$7,499
- LocationMotosport
- ConditionNew
- Stock NumberAB8946
- Year2026
- MakeKawasaki
- ModelKLE®500
- TrimSE 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
- StatusIn Stock
- Width3.22
- Height4.95
- Fuel Capacity4 gal
| Engine | 4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 451cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 70.0 x 58.6mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Maximum Horsepower | 51 hp @ 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 |
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| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Rider Aids | Economical Riding Indicator, Selectable On/Off ABS |
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| Front Suspension / Travel | 43mm inverted telescopic fork / 8.3 in |
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| Rear Suspension / Travel | Bottom-link Uni-Trak with adjustable spring preload / 7.7 in |
| Front Tire | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Tire | 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 |
| Frame | Trellis, high tensile steel |
| Rake/Trail | 28.0°/4.1 in |
| Overall Length | 90.6 in |
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| 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 |
| Wheelbase | 61.2 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 |
| Special Features | 4.3-in 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 accessory |
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