2026 Kawasaki KLE 500 SE

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