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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Sport |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $5,049.00 |
| Dealers | Kawasaki Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Finance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | Parallel Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm) | 34 / 25 |
| Torque RPM | 8500 |
| Cooling | Liquid / Air |
| Valves | 8 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC |
| Bore (mm/in) | 74 / 2.92 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 58 / 2.29 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 498 / 30.4 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Carburetion Brand | Keihin |
| Fuel Injector | No |
| Carburetor | Yes |
| Number Of Carburetors | 2 |
| Carburetor Size (mm) | 34 |
| Carburetion Type | Carburetor |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 6 |
| Overdrive | Yes |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Chain |
| Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6) | 2.57 / 1.78 / 1.38 / 1.13 / 0.96 / 0.85 |
| Reverse | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.63 |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front Tire Width | 110 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Rear Tire Width | 130 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | 110/70 R17 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | 130/70 R17 |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Telescopic Fork |
| Front Suspension Size (in/mm) | 1.5 / 37 |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 5.1 / 129.5 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Steering Damper | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 3.9 / 99.1 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 |
| Rear Suspension Brand Name | UNI-TRAK® |
| Rear Suspension Material | Aluminum |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (ft) | 6.88 |
| Width (in/mm) | 27.6 / 701 |
| Height (in/mm) | 45.7 / 1160.8 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 56.5 / 1435.1 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 4.7 / 119.4 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 6 |
| Length (ft/in) | 10.5 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 388 / 176 |
| Wet Weight (lbs/kg) | 434.3 / 197 |
| Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs) | 410 / 186 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.8 / 18.2 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 1.28 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 30.5 / 774.7 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Adjustable | No |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Fork Guards | No |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | No |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | No |
| Light Guard | No |
| Exterior Covers | Standard |
| Front Fender | Standard |
| Rear Fender | Standard |
| Top Crown | Standard |
| Stand Type | Center / Kick |
| Lower Fairing | Standard |
| Spoiler | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Upper Fairing | Standard |
| License Plate | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Months/Condition) | 12 / Limited |
| Battery Warranty (Months) | 0 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Sport |
| Manufacturer Country | Japan |
| Parent Company | Kawasaki |
| Display Name | Ninja® 500R |
| Mounts: | |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Decal Kit | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Folding | Yes |
| Windshield Lowers | No |
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Height | Low |
| Storage: | |
| Underseat Storage | Standard |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Headlight Mounts | Standard |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Type | Halogen |
| Convenience: | |
| Handlebar Lock | Standard |
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Nice Standard, if underpowered
By Andy Crocco(Enthusiast), Mar. 1, 2010
My girlfriend bought this bike to learn on over three years ago and she has not outgrown it yet.
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