Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Kawasaki Z500
Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Kawasaki Z500 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2024.
Key differences
- Lighter: Kawasaki Z500 (167 vs 171 kg, with fluids)
- Cheaper new: Kawasaki Z500 (£5,700 vs £6,200, PL list price)
| Specs | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | Kawasaki Z500 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2024 | since 2024 |
| Type | Sport | Naked |
| Licence | A2 | A2 |
| Engine | 451 cm³, 2 cyl. | 451 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 33.4 kW / 45 hp | 33.4 kW / 45 hp |
| Weight | 171 kg (with fluids) | 167 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 14 l | 14 l |
| Fuel use | 4.2 l/100 km | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 290 km | 290 km |
| New price (official list, PL) | £6,200 | £5,700 |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,400 - £6,100 | £4,800 - £5,400 |
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Kawasaki Ninja 500: Weak points
- Not great for a passenger
- Cramped for tall riders
Kawasaki Z500: Weak points
- Little wind protection
- Basic, budget suspension
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