Kawasaki KLE 500 - 2005 Specifications and Reviews

2005

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Year	2005
Model	Kawasaki KLE 500

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	wet, multi disc
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	forced lubrication (wet sump)
Starter	Electric
Ignition	battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Carburettor. KEIHIN CVK34 x 2
Bore x stroke	74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Compression	9.8:1
Max RPM	13000
Torque	41.00
Power	45.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	Twin
Capacity:	498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance	180 mm (7.1 inches)
Overall width	880 mm (34.6 inches)
Overall length	2,215 mm (87.2 inches)
Overall height	1,270 mm (50.0 inches)
Seat height	850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	200.0 kg (440.9 pounds)
Dry weight	181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Kawasaki KLE 500 dimensions and frame
Exhaust system	2in1
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Single disc
Front suspension	telescopic fork
Trail	105 mm (4.1 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	27.0°
Frame type	castor
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.2486 HP/kg
Top speed	180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Other specs
Color options	black / silver
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)	4.50 litres (1.19 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity	3.40 litres (0.90 gallons)
Fuel capacity	15.00 litres (3.96 gallons)