2027 Kawasaki Z 500 / SE

Make Model	Kawasaki Z 500 / SE
Year	2027
Engine	Four stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	451 cc /.27.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	70 x 58.6 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	11.3:1
Lubrication	Forced lubrication, wet sump
Induction	DFI with 32mm x 2 throttle bodies
Emission	EURO 5+
Ignition	TCBI with electronic advance
Starting	Electric
Max Power	38 kW / 51 hp @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque	43 Nm / 31.7 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm
Clutch	Wet multi-disc, manual
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Sealed chain
Frame	Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front Suspension	41mm Hydraulic telescopic fork
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload
Rear Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Front Brakes	Single 310mm semi-floating disc with 2-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
ABS	Standard
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	150/60 R17
Rake	24.5°
Trail	90 mm / 3.6 in
Dimensions	Length 1994 mm / 78.5 in Width 800 mm / 31.5 in Height 1100 mm / 43.3 in
Wheelbase	1374 mm / 54.1 in
Seat Height	785 mm / 30.9 in
Ground Clearance	145 mm / 5.7 in
Dry Weight	154 kg / 340 lbs
Wet Weight	168 kg / 370 lbs
Fuel Capacity	14 Litres / 3.7 US gal

With brisk acceleration available with a twist of the wrist from the recently introduced 451cc engine, the Z500 provides plenty of power in the low- to mid-rpm range, and enough in the high-rpm range to target highway speeds with ease. The combination of the new 33.4 kW A2 European licence compliant engine and a lightweight chassis make the Z500 well-suited to a wide variety of riding situations including everyday riding.

A trellis type chassis conceived with light weight, manoeuvrability, and mass centralisation in mind, provides excellent feel and inspires confidence for a wide range of riders while its triple headlight-centred front face and aggressive Sugomi lines making it clear that this is a full member of the Z family.
Boasting a low seat height of just 785 mm, the slim design of both the seat and the rear of the engine area delivers riders an unobstructed line for their feet to reach the ground. This is allied to a relatively upright riding position and wide handlebar putting the rider in the ideal position for active control.
Kawasaki’s Assist & Slipper Clutch results in a light clutch pull for even more rider-friendly and manageable riding in everyday situations plus reduced skipping and hopping from the rear wheel on down-changes for added confidence.

Both the LCD instrument panel on the standard models and the TFT display on the SE option offer smartphone connectivity via the Rideology App, enabling riders to connect with their machines to enjoy display notifications, riding logs, and community features.

The TFT meter on the SE delivers a digital speedometer, digital bar-style tachometer, gear position indicator, shift lamp, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters, current and average fuel consumption, remaining range, average speed, total time, coolant temperature, clock, battery voltage, Kawasaki service reminder, oil change reminder, and an Economical Riding Indicator. Additionally, the SE is equipped with a stylish two-piece under cowl.

Standard or SE, the Z500 sits confidently in Kawasaki’s expanding range of European A2 licence friendly machines joining further motorcycles being announced for the 2027 model range making the prospect of the coming season a genuine blast.

Z500 SE:
•Candy Persimmon Red / Metllic Carbon Gray
•Pearl Blizzard White / Candy Lime Green Type 3 / Ebony

Additional features of the Z500SE:
- Special Edition color and graphics
- High-grade full-color TFT display
- LED turn signals
- Meter cover (smoke)
- Pillion seat cover
- Frame sliders
- USB-C outlet
- Tank pad
- Knee pads
- Radiator screen
- Lower cowl