The Kawasaki Z500 ABS motorcycle was developed in parallel with the Ninja 500 and boasts super stylish Z aesthetics that demand attention while incorporating practical features for day-to-day riding enjoyment. It’s powered by a rider-friendly 451cc parallel-twin engine and dressed up with Kawasaki’s renowned Sugomi styling that showcases intense supernaked “Z” design and an LED triple headlight. Additional key features include a high-contrast full LCD instrumentation with smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP*, relaxed and sporty riding position, assist & slipper clutch, lightweight trellis frame with a confidence-inspiring reach to the ground, and a large 310mm front brake with ABS. The Z500 SE ABS takes things a step further with an upgraded high-grade full-color TFT display, USB-C outlet integrated into the headlight cowling, smoke-colored meter cover, radiator screen, frame sliders, pillion seat cover, tank pad, and knee grip pads to add to the uniqueness of this special edition model. - TotalMotorcycle.com
Photos
Highlights
Charlotte, North Carolina
New
2025
Kawasaki
Z500 SE ABS
6-speed
339.6 lb / 341.8 lb 50-State Model
Available
Specifications
2025
Kawasaki
Z500
SE ABS
Standard
4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC
Maximum: 51.0 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Maximum: 31.7 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
451cc
Liquid-cooled
70.0mm
58.6mm
11.3:1
DFI® with dual 32mm throttle bodies
TCBI with Electronic Advance
6-speed
Sealed chain
Trellis, high-tensile steel
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload
Single 310mm semi-floating disc with 2-piston calipers and ABS
Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper and ABS