Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride: specs and comparison
Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride (Adventure, since 2027): 451 cc engine, 33.4 kW / 45 bhp, 199 kg (kerb weight), seat height 870 mm. Licence: A2.
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Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartridesince 2027 · 451 cc · 33 kW
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Specs
2027 (self-engaging clutch, tubeless spokes) (since 2027)
| Years | since 2027 |
|---|---|
| Type | Adventure |
| Licence | A2 |
| Engine | 451 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 33.4 kW / 45 bhp |
| Torque | 42.6 Nm at 6000 rpm |
| Weight | 199 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 870 mm (low seat 840 mm) |
| Suspension travel | front 210 mm, rear 200 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 16 l |
| Fuel use | 71 mpg (4 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 215 miles |
| Price | Price unknown |
Why it's worth it
- Smooth, predictable power
- Cheap and simple servicing
- Handles gravel and light off-road
- Very low fuel use
Watch out
- Struggles at motorway speeds
- Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
Similar motorcycles
- CFMoto 450MT 449 cc · 31 kW · seat 820 mm
- Voge 525DSX 494 cc · 35 kW · seat 815 mm
- Kawasaki KLE500 451 cc · 33 kW · seat 870 mm
- Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 452 cc · 29 kW · seat 825 mm
- Benelli TRK 502X 500 cc · 35 kW · seat 860 mm
- Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail 500 cc · 35 kW · seat 820 mm
- Phelon & Moore Capetown 5 Rally 449 cc · 34 kW · seat 850 mm
- Moto Morini Alltrhike 450 449 cc · 33 kW · seat 845 mm
Questions
Is the Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride A2-legal?
Yes: 33.4 kW is within the A2 limit of 35 kW. A2 also requires no more than 0.2 kW per kg, so check the power-to-weight figure in the papers of the bike you buy.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride?
870 mm (low seat 840 mm). Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride weigh?
199 kg (kerb weight).
What is the fuel use and range of the Kawasaki KLE500 SE Smartride?
About 71 mpg (4 l/100 km); with the 16 l tank that is roughly 215 miles (350 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.