Overview
- Power comes from a 451cc parallel-twin shared with the Ninja 500 and Eliminator, with peak output not yet disclosed.
- A new lightweight steel trellis frame pairs with 21-inch/17-inch spoked wheels, a 43 mm KYB inverted fork, Uni-Trak rear suspension and selectable ABS.
- Two variants are offered, with the SE adding a 4.3-inch TFT display, taller windscreen, LED indicators, a larger skid plate and reinforced handguards over the LCD-equipped base model.
- U.S. pricing is set at $6,599 for the standard KLE500 and $7,499 for the SE, positioning the bike between Kawasaki’s Versys-X 300 and KLR650.
- Rideology smartphone connectivity is standard, and factory accessories include panniers, engine guards, USB-C charging and an optional Akrapovič exhaust in select markets.