New Kawasaki Ninja 500: Last year, Kawasaki gave the public a sneak peek at the Ninja 500 during the International Motorcycle Show in Italy. This bike will now take the position of the Kawasaki Ninja 400 in other significant global markets, such as India. But this bike will only be available in one version in India; in other markets, the SE version will also be available.
New Kawasaki Ninja 500 Launched In India
In India, Kawasaki motorcycles are highly popular. A very significant announcement is about to be made for fans of the company’s motorcycles. During the International Motorcycle Show (EICMA) in November of last year, Kawasaki gave the world a sneak peek at the new Kawasaki Ninja 500. The event was hosted in Italy. The bike has now been introduced by the firm in India, and it will soon take the position of the Kawasaki Ninja 400 in India and other significant global markets.
Price and design
At an initial cost of Rs 5.24 lakh, Kawasaki has introduced this motorcycle in the Indian market. Though an additional SE version of this bike will be offered in other regions of the world, the business has chosen to just introduce one version of this bike into the Indian market. In terms of appearance, this bike has the same design as the ZX-6R or ZX-10R from Kawasaki. It also features LED taillights, headlights, and indicators.
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Engine
| Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
|---|---|
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valve system | DOHC, 8 valves |
| Bore x stroke | 70.0 x 58.6 mm |
| Displacement | 451 cm³ |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection: 32 mm x 2 |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Starting system | Electric |
| Ignition system | Digital |
Performance & Transmission
| Maximum power | 33.4 kW {45.4 PS} / 9,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Maximum torque | 42.6 N•m {4.3 kgf•m} / 6,000 rpm |
| CO2 emission | 89 g/km |
| Fuel consumption | 3.8 l/100km |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return shift |
| Clutch | Wet, multi disc |
| Primary reduction ratio | 2.029 (69/34) |
| Gear ratios 1st | 2.929 (41/14) |
| Gear ratios 2nd | 2.056 (37/18) |
| Gear ratios 3rd | 1.619 (34/21) |
| Gear ratios 4th | 1.333 (32/24) |
| Gear ratios 5th | 1.154 (30/26) |
| Gear ratios 6th | 1.037 (28/27) |
| Final drive | Sealed chain |
| Final reduction ratio | 3.071 (43/14) |
Frame & Dimensions
| Frame type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
|---|---|
| Trail | 92 mm |
| Wheel travel front | 120 mm |
| Wheel travel rear | 130 mm |
| Tyre, front | 110/70R17 M/C 54H |
| Tyre, rear | 150/60R17 M/C 66H |
| L x W x H | 1,995 x 730 x 1,120 mm |
| Steering angle L R | 35° / 35° |
| Wheel base | 1,375 mm |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.0 litres |
| Seat height | 785 mm |
| Curb mass | 172 kg |
Brakes & Suspension
| Front brake type | Single semi-floating disc |
|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | Ø 310 mm |
| Front brake caliper type | Balanced actuation dual-piston |
| Rear brake type | Single disc |
| Rear brake diameter | Ø 220 mm |
| Rear brake caliper type | Dual-piston |
| Front suspension type | Telescopic fork |
| Front suspension diameter | Ø 41 mm |
| Rear suspension type | Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock, and spring preload adjustability |
