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Ninja 500 ABS

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44 /100 Commuter
Power
51 HP
Torque
43 Nm

2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS Key Specifications & Summary

The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS is a sport motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki, equipped with a 451 cm3 displacement unit. In factory trim, the engine delivers a rated power of 51.0 hp and peak torque of 31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm, paired with a 6-speed transmission and sealed chain final drive.

For rider ergonomics and real-world handling, key chassis measurements include a dry weight of 346.2 lb, seat height of 30.9 in, fuel capacity of 3.7 gal. Review the complete factory specification tables below to evaluate engine internals, suspension travel, braking hardware, tyre sizes and ownership estimates, or compare the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS side by side against rival models in the Sport lineup.

Engine
Displacement 451 cm3
Engine Details 4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled
Power 51.0 hp
Torque 31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
Compression 11.3:1
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 58.6mm
Fuel System DFI® with dual 32mm throttle bodies
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Sealed chain
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Chassis
Frame Type Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front Suspension 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork/4.7 in
Rear Suspension Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload/5.1 in
Wheelbase 54.1 in
Ground Clearance 5.7 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-17
Rear Tyre 150/60-17
Front Brakes Single 310mm semi-floating disc with 2-piston calipers (and ABS)
Rear Brakes Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper (and ABS)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 346.2 lb
Weight incl. 377.1 lb
Seat Height 30.9 in
Overall Height 44.1 in
Overall Length 78.5 in
Overall Width 28.7 in
Fuel Capacity 3.7 gal
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Suspension
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Transmission
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