Kawasaki Ninja 500 Specifications & Features (2026)
Updated on November 2026
Quick answer: The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is powered by a 451cc liquid-cooled engine producing 45 PS and 42.6 Nm. It claims 26.31 kmpl, weighs 171 kg and has a 785 mm seat height. Prices start at ₹5.66 Lakh ex-showroom across 2 variants.
Key Specs of the Kawasaki Ninja 500
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm |
|---|---|
| Engine Displ. | 451 cc |
| Max Torque | 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Max Power | 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm |
| ABS | Dual Channel |
Full Kawasaki Ninja 500 Specifications
Specifications
Features
Features and Safety
| Saree Guard |
Yes
|
|---|---|
| Shift Light |
Yes
|
| Hazard Light Switch |
Yes
|
Console Features
| Display Size |
5 inch
|
|---|
Engine
| Spark Plugs |
1 Per Cylinder
|
|---|---|
| Valves (per cylinder) |
4
|
| Emission Norm Compliance |
bs6.2
|
| Claimed Top Speed |
190 kmph
|
| Engine Type |
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
|
| Engine Displacement |
451 cc
|
| Gear Box |
6 Speed
|
| Max Power |
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
|
| Max Torque |
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
|
| Bore |
70 mm
|
| Stroke |
58.6 mm
|
| Number Of Cylinders |
2
|
| Drive Type |
Chain Drive
|
| Fuel System |
Fuel Injection
|
| Fuel Type |
Petrol
|
| Ignition |
Digital
|
| Compression Ratio |
11.3:1
|
Transmission
| Gear Shift Pattern |
1 Down 5 Up
|
|---|---|
| Indicators |
LED
|
| Type |
Manual
|
Chassis
| Frame |
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
|
|---|
Brakes
| Front Brake |
Disc
|
|---|---|
| Front Caliper |
2 Piston
|
| Rear Caliper |
2 Piston
|
| Rear Brake |
Disc
|
Performance and Fuel economy
| Mileage (Overall) |
26.31 kmpl
|
|---|
Chassis and Suspension
| Suspension-Front |
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
|
|---|---|
| Suspension-Rear |
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
|
Tyres and Wheels
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) |
28 psi
|
|---|---|
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) |
28 psi
|
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) |
32 psi
|
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) |
32 psi
|
| Tyre Size |
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
|
| Wheel Size |
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
|
| Tyre Type |
Tubeless
|
| Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) |
Alloy
|
Dimensions
| Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity |
2.8 L
|
|---|---|
| Dry Weight |
157 kg
|
| Seat height |
785 mm
|
| Length*Width*Height |
1995*730*1120 mm3
|
| Wheelbase |
1375 mm
|
| Length |
1995 mm
|
| Height |
1120 mm
|
| Ground Clearance |
145 mm
|
| Width |
730 mm
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
14 L
|
| Kerb Weight |
171 Kg
|
| Tail Light |
LED
|
| Front Brake Size |
310 mm
|
| Rear Brake Size |
220 mm
|
Electricals
| Call/SMS Alerts |
Yes
|
|---|---|
| USB charging port |
Yes
|
| Headlight |
LED
|
| Battery Capacity |
12V / 8.6AH
|
Warranty
| Vehicle Warranty |
3 Years or 36,000 Km
|
|---|---|
| Standard Warranty (Years) |
3
|
| Standard Warranty (kilometers) |
36000
|
Features
| Trip Meter |
Digital
|
|---|---|
| Average Fuel Economy Indicator |
Yes
|
| Kill Switch |
Yes
|
| Pillion Grab Rail |
Yes
|
| Riding Modes |
Yes
|
| Navigation assist |
Yes
|
| Digital Display Type |
LCD
|
| Frame Type |
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
|
| Gear Position Indicator |
Yes
|
| Brightness Control |
Yes
|
| Distance To Empty |
Yes
|
| Engine Temperature Indicator |
Yes
|
| Calls & Messaging |
Yes
|
| No. of Tripmeters |
2
|
| Pillion Seat |
Yes
|
| Rear Footpegs |
Yes
|
| ABS Type |
Dual Channel
|
| Low battery alert |
Yes
|
| Windscreen |
Yes
|
| Daytime Running Lamps |
Yes
|
| Malfunction Indicator |
Yes
|
| Real Time Mileage Indicator |
Yes
|
| Body Type |
Sports Bikes
|
| ABS |
Dual Channel
|
| Bluetooth Connectivity |
Bluetooth
|
| Instrument Console Type |
Digital
|
| Seat Type |
Split
|
| Starting |
Self Start Only
|
| Pass Beam Switch |
Yes
|
| Speedometer |
Digital
|
| Mobile Application |
Yes
|
| Low Fuel Warning Lamp |
Yes
|
| Clock |
Digital
|
| Low Battery Indicator |
Yes
|
| Low Oil Indicator |
Yes
|
| Cooling System |
Liquid Cooled
|
| Odometer |
Digital
|
| Navigation |
Yes
|
| Service Due Indicator |
Yes
|
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 Specifications FAQs
What is the mileage of the Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 has a claimed mileage of 26.31 kmpl. Real-world mileage varies with riding style, load and traffic conditions.
What is the difference between the Ninja 500 (2025) and (2027)?
The (2027) costs Rs 10,000 more than the (2025). The (2025) is priced at Rs 5,66,000 and the (2027) at Rs 5,76,000, both ex-showroom.
Does the Kawasaki Ninja 500 have ABS?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 gets Dual Channel ABS.
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