2026 KAWASAKI KLE 500 SE - PEARL STORM GRAY

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Price: $10,009 $9,509 You save $500, including a $500 Kawasaki rebate

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Features

Highlights

  • 4.3” TFT COLOUR INSTRUMENTATION
  • FUEL-INJECTED 451cc PARALLEL TWIN ENGINE

ADDITIONAL VEHICLE FEATURES

  • 4.3" TFT colour instrumentation with Smartphone Connectivity
  • All-LED lighting package
  • Tall adjustable rally-style windshield
  • Customisable seating combinations for optimal comfort and mobility
  • 16-litre rally-style fuel tank
  • Metal-reinforced handguards
  • Large aluminum skid plate
  • Adventure touring-ready with available accessory panniers and top case
  • 194 kg curb weight* (175 kg estimated dry weight**)

FEATURING

  • FUEL-INJECTED 451 cc PARALLEL TWIN ENGINE
  • RALLY-INSPIRED STYLING WITH TALL FRONT COWL
  • RELAXED, UPRIGHT RIDING POSITION WITH KX-INSPIRED ERGONOMICS
  • LIGHTWEIGHT, MULTI-PURPOSE TRELLIS FRAME
  • ø43 mm INVERTED FRONT FORK AND NEW UNI-TRAK REAR SUSPENSION
  • STURDY AND LIGHT 21”/17” SPOKE WHEELS
  • LARGE ø300 mm / ø230 mm DISC BRAKES AND ABS SYSTEM WITH SELECTABLE ON/OFF FUNCTION
  • SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY VIA RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE

BEST PACKAGE FOR OFF-PAVEMENT EXPLORATION

  • 451 cc Parallel Twin Engine Enjoyable from Highway to Dirt — A smooth-accelerating engine provides power on-demand to explore dirt roads or comfortably travel down the highway.
  • Multi-Purpose Trellis Frame — The KLE500’s original high-tensile steel trellis frame is the foundation for this high-performance adventure machine.
  • Relaxed, Upright Riding Position — The KLE500’s riding position offers the best balance of comfort and control in a wide range of riding situations.
  • KX-Inspired Ergonomics — Know-how from Kawasaki’s KX series was used to determine the handlebar and footpeg positions to offer excellent controllability when standing.
  • Adventure Capable — Exploring dirt roads requires a suspension capable of predictable handling, balancing ride comfort with excellent absorption performance on rough surfaces.
  • Disc brakes with Selectable ABS — ø300 mm front and ø230 mm rear disc brakes offer sure stopping power.

RALLY-INSPIRED STYLE

  • Tall, Compact Front Cowl — Key to the KLE500’s rally-inspired styling, the tall front cowl rises prominently at the front.
  • 21”/17” Spoke Wheels — Sturdy and light, 21” front and 17” rear wheels with aluminum rims and steel spokes contribute to superb bump absorption and reduce unsprung weight for light, confidence-inspiring handling.
  • Additional Equipment for Adventure Touring — The SE model adds off-road-oriented features for exploring unpaved roads, while enhancing comfort on the street.

TOURING CAPACITY AND COMFORT FEATURES

  • 16-Litre Fuel Tank with Good Fuel Economy — The rally-style fuel tank was designed to sit high in consideration of ground clearance.
  • Three-Case Capable: Extended Carrying Capacity — The ability to carry two panniers and a top case (available as Kawasaki genuine accessories) at the same time gives riders many options for touring setups.
  • Customisable Seating Combinations — Four unique seating setups are possible with the addition of the ERGO-FIT Pillion Seat (Low) and Low Front Seat available as genuine accessories.
  • Adjustable Wind Protection — The rally-style, tall windshield is adjustable into three positions: standard height, 27 mm higher, and finally 55 mm higher at its highest point.
  • High-grade Instrumentation with Smartphone Connectivity

Specifications

Frame Trellis, high-tensile steel
Power 38 kW {52 PS} / 10,000 rpm
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Engine 451cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve, parallel twin
Torque 43 Nm {4.4 kgfm} / 7,500 rpm
Ignition Digital
Starting Electric
Warranty 12 months
Rear Tire 140/70-17M/C 66S
Wheelbase 1,555 mm (61.2 in)
Front Tire 90/90-21M/C 54S
Rear Brake ø230 mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Final Drive Chain
Front Brake ø300 mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Fuel System Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Seat Height 870 mm (34.2 in)
Curb Weight* 194 kg (428 lb)
Front Brakes ø300 mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Rake / Trail 28.0° / 104 mm
Transmission 6-speed, return
Bore X Stroke 70.0 x 58.6 mm
Fuel Capacity 16 litres
Road Clearance 185 mm (7.3 in)
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
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Steering Angle (L/R) 40° / 40°
Dimensions (L X W X H) 2,300 x 980 x 1,510/1,460 mm (high/low) (90.6 x 38.6 x 59.4/57.5 in (high/low))
Estimated Dry Weight** 175 kg (386)
Kawasaki Protection Plus 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel New Uni Trak / 196 mm (7.7 in)
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel ø43 mm inverted fork / 210 mm (8.3 in)