2026 Kawasaki Ninja® 500 SE ABS
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The Ninja® 500 SE ABS is the top model in Kawasaki's Ninja 500 line. Its 451cc parallel-twin gives strong power that is still easy to manage, and the SE adds its own colors and graphics plus extra technology. It works well for new riders, daily commuting and fun weekend rides.
- 451cc parallel-twin engine: liquid-cooled and DOHC, rated at 51.0 hp at 10,000 rpm and 31.7 lb-ft of torque, with a 6-speed transmission
- Anti-lock brakes: a 310mm semi-floating front disc and a 220mm rear disc, both with ABS
- Full-color TFT display: connects to your smartphone through RIDEOLOGY THE APP
- KIPASS keyless system: with the fob in your pocket, the main switch and steering lock work without a key
- USB-C outlet: keeps your devices charged on the road
- Easy to handle: 30.9 in seat height, slim seat and tank shape, trellis frame, and ERGO-FIT® adjustability
- Special Edition style: SE-only colors and graphics
- Sale Price$6,499
- LocationMotosport
- ConditionNew
- Stock NumberAA4243
- Year2026
- MakeKawasaki
- ModelNinja® 500
- TrimSE ABS
- TypeMotorcycle
- CategorySport
- VINML5EXGJ11TDAA4243
- ColorBlue
- Mileage2
- Engine4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled
- Engine Size451 cc
- Horsepower51.0 hp @ 10,000 rpm
- Fuel TypeGas
- Transmission6-speed
- StatusIn Stock
- Width2.39
- Height3.68
- Fuel Capacity3 gal
| 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 | 51.0 hp @ 10,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm |
| Fuel System | DFI® with dual 32mm throttle bodies |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Electronic Rider Aids | Economical Riding Indicator, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) |
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| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork/4.7 in |
|---|---|
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload/5.1 in |
| Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tire | 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 |
| Frame Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| Rake/Trail | 24.7°/3.6 in |
| Overall Length | 78.5 in |
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| Overall Width | 28.7 in |
| Overall Height | 46.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in |
| Seat Height | 30.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 54.1 in |
| Estimated Dry Weight | 350.6 lb (50-State); 348.4 lb (49-State) |
| Curb Weight | 381.5 lb (50-State); 379.3 lb (49-State) |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.7 gal |
| Special Features | ERGO-FIT®, Full-color TFT Instrumentation with Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP, KIPASS, USB-C outlet |
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