Kawasaki Ninja 500

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Overview

• The Ninja 500 with a race-inspired style is a popular choice among motorcycle enthusiasts.
• This bike gets a light frame design and offers a comfortable riding position which makes daily riding comfortable.
• This bike offered only in the signature ‘Lime Green’ colour.

How does the Kawasaki Ninja 500 perform?

• The bike is powered by a 451cc, liquid-cooled, parallel twin engine which produces a maximum power output of 45 bhp at 9,000 rpm and 42.6 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm.
• There is ample power in the low and middle range.
• This engine comes mated to a 6-speed gear box with an assist and slipper clutch which enable smoother gear changes.

What are the unique design highlights of the Kawasaki Ninja 500?

• The sharp creases and a layered look add to the sporty character and gives it a big-bike appearance.
• The fascia is highlighted by twin headlights with two spoilers at the bottom.
• The thoughtfully designed body panels wrap cleanly around the rider to make the bike feel compact and easy to control.
• Further, the slim seat shape helps the rider to effortlessly place their foot on the ground.

How is the exterior of the Kawasaki Ninja 500?

• In terms of dimensions, this bike has a length of 1,995 mm, width of 730 mm, and height of 1,120 mm.
• Further, this bike has a ground clearance of 145 mm with a total wheelbase of 1,375 mm.
• The strong steel trellis frame helps in keeping the overall weight low for better control.

What is the price of the Kawasaki Ninja 500?

• The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 5.76 lakh.
• Interested buyers are advised to check with the local Kawasaki dealership for an exact quote.

What is the mileage of the Kawasaki Ninja 500?

• The company claims that this motorcycle has an official fuel consumption figure of 26.3 kmpl.

What unique tech is offered in the Kawasaki Ninja 500?

• The instrument screen can be paired with a mobile phone using a special smartphone app.
• Call and message notifications are directly displayed on the bike’s screen.
• Vehicle information like fuel level and riding logs can be directly seen on the smartphone.
• The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps in preventing the wheels from locking during sudden braking.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Ride and Handling

• The bike gives a very light, natural steering feel thanks to its short wheelbase setup.
• The 41 mm front telescopic suspension effectively absorbs the bumps, while the rear gas-charged shock absorber comes with adjustable spring settings for comfort.
• The thick seat padding and a large front wind glass protects the rider from strong wind pressure.
• Strong and reliable braking is ensured by a large 310 mm disc brake in the front and a 220 mm disc brake at the rear.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Our Recommendations

• This bike is ideal for people looking for an easy-to-ride daily sports bike.
• The low seat height of 785 mm makes it ideal for both beginners as well as experienced riders.
• This bike is a good option for city travel as well as weekend highway trips.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Competitors

This bike competes against the following bikes:

• Aprilia RS 457
• Yamaha YZF-R3
• KTM RC 390