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Drivetrain
| Chain Type | 2.379:1 |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist |
| Gear Ratios 1st | 10.169:1 |
| Gear Ratios 2nd | 6.933:1 |
| Gear Ratios 3rd | 5.151:1 |
| Gear Ratios 4th | 4.105:1 |
| Gear Ratios 5th | 3.508:1 |
| Gear Ratios 6th | 3.017:1 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission Type | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
Suspension
| Front Suspension | Double A-arm with sway bar |
| Rear Suspension | 4-link Torsional Trailing-arm X (TTX) with sway bar |
| Front Shocks | SHOWA HPG piggyback 2.5 (dual-speed Compression, Dual-rate spring) |
| Rear Shocks | SHOWA HPG piggyback 2.5 (dual-speed Compression, Dual-rate spring) |
| Front Travel | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
| Rear Travel | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
Brakes
| Front Braking System | Dual 262 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers |
| Rear Braking System | Dual 248 mm disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers |
| Parking Brake | Park In-Transmission |
Tires
| Front Wheel | 10-Spoke Machined Cast 19" x 3.5" |
| Rear Wheel | 10-Spoke Machined Cast 16" x 5" |
| Front Tire | XPS Trac Force 30 x 10 x 14 in. |
| Rear Tire | XPS Trac Force 30 x 10 x 14 in. |
| Wheels | 14 in. cast-aluminum |
Dimensions
| Overall Vehicle Size | 28.7" w x 44.2" h |
| Rake / Trail | 25° / 5.9" |
| Wheelbase | 102 in (2,591 mm) |
| Seat Height | 26.5 in (673 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 16 in (406 mm) |
| Lean Angle (Left) | 31 |
| Lean Angle (Right) | 31 |
| Bed Box Dimensions | 27.5 x 43.1 x 11.6 in (69.8 x 109 x 29.5 cm) |
Capacities
| Fuel Capacity | 10.5 gal (40 L) |
| Hitch Type | Standard 2 in (5.08 cm) Receiver |
| Cargo Capacity | 136 lbs (300 kg) |
| Payload Capacity | 499 lbs (1,100 kg) |
| Storage Capacity | 2.5 gal (9.4 L) |
| Towing Capacity | 680 lbs (1,500 kg) |
| Rack Capacity (Front) | 120 lb (54.4 kg) |
| Rack Capacity (Rear) | 240 lb (109 kg) |
| Seating Capacity | 0 |
| Hitch Capacity | 1500 lb (680 kg) |
| Cargo System | Lock & Ride |
| Box Capacity | 600 lb (272 kg) Rear Dumping Box |
| Rack Capacity | 200 lb (91 kg) with LinQ quick-attach |
| Bed Capacity | 1000 pounds (49 states) |
Weights
| Dry Weight | 1,673 lbs (759 kg) |
Electronics
| Gauges | 4.5 in. digital display with keypad |
| Magneto | 850-W |
| Audio System | Upgraded PowerBand 2.0 Audio package Includes: 2 - 100 watt fairing speakers, 2 - 100 watt saddlebag speakers. 400 watts total. |
Lights & Safety
| Features | Anti-Theft System: RF Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.) with Start/Stop button |
| Lighting | LED headlight, LED tail lights |
| Warranty | Factory: 6-month BRP Limited warranty | Extended: B.E.S.T. term available up to 30 months |
| Steering | Power: High torque Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) |
| Cage Type | Dual-phase 980 steel |
| Instrumentation | DC outlet (10-A) |
| Handlebars | Aluminium, tapered 28/22 mm |
What type of fuel does a 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 use?
A 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 uses Gasoline.
What type of engine does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is equipped with a 4-stroke engine.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Automatic climate control?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Automatic climate control.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Backup camera?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Backup camera.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Heated seats?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Heated seats.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Apple CarPlay?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Apple CarPlay.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Android Auto?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Android Auto.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Bluetooth?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Bluetooth.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Keyless entry?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Keyless entry.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Push start?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Push start.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Navigation?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Navigation.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Sunroof/moonroof?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Sunroof/moonroof.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Leather seats?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Leather seats.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Wireless phone charging?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Wireless phone charging.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Adaptive cruise control?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Adaptive cruise control.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Wifi hotspot?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Wifi hotspot.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Third row seats?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Third row seats.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Tow package?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Tow package.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Head up display?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Head up display.
Does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have Cooled seats?
No, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is not equipped with Cooled seats.
