2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE

Assist & Slipper Clutch
Lightweight trellis frame
Uni Trak rear suspension
Seat designed for ride comfort
Full-colour TFT instrumentation
KIPASS master key system
USB-C outlet
Large windshield
Pillion seat cover
LED turn signals
Hazard warning light switch
Tank pad, knee pads, frame sliders & radiator screen
172 kg curb weight* (158 kg estimated dry weight**)

Dimensions (L x W x H) 1,995 x 730 x 1,180 mm (78.5 x 28.7 x 46.5 in)
Wheelbase 1,375 mm (54.1 in)
Road Clearance 145 mm (5.7 in)
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 in)
Curb Weight* 172 kg (379 lb)
Estimated Dry Weight** 158 kg (348 lb)
Fuel Capacity 14 litres
Instrumentation Full-colour TFT screen with digital speedometer, digital bar-style tachometer, gear position indicator, shift lamp, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters, current and average fuel consumption, remaining range, average speed, total time, coolant temperature, clock, battery voltage, Kawasaki service reminder, oil change reminder, and Economical Riding Indicator
Warranty 12 months
Kawasaki Protection Plus 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months

Frame Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel ø41 mm telescopic fork / 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Bottom-link Uni Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable spring preload / 130 mm (5.1 in)
Rake / Trail 24.5° / 92 mm
Steering Angle (L/R) 35° / 35°
Front Tire 110/70R17M/C 54H
Rear Tire 150/60R17M/C 66H
Front Brake Semi-floating ø310 mm disc with balanced actuation dual-piston caliper
Rear Brake ø220 mm disc with dual-piston caliper

Power 38 kW {52 PS} / 10,000 rpm
Torque 43 Nm {4.4 kgfm} / 7,500 rpm
Engine 451cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 58.6 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Fuel System Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2
Ignition Digital
Starting Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission 6-speed, return
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive Chain