Built around Kawasaki's touring motorcycle platform, the 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 pairs a 498 cc (30.4 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) with a 9.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KLE500 measures 181 kg (399 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 850 mm (33.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,510 mm (59.4 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
850 mm (33.5 in)
Engine
Displacement498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Compression9.8:1
Bore x Stroke74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble-cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake27.0°
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm telescopic fork
Front Travel41 mm (1.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak
Wheelbase1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre130/80-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Seat Height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Overall Length2215 mm (87.2 inches)
Overall Width880 mm (34.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMetallic Ocean Blue, Pearl Meteor Gray
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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