What is the news on the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE?
Kawasaki has visually updated its Ninja 500 SE model for 2027 in Europe. The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE now comes with two fresh paint schemes. While the middleweight supersports gets a visual refresh, it remains mechanically the same, with its existing 451cc parallel twin platform.
The 2027 Ninja 500 SE now comes with Lime Green and Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey / Metallic Spark Black colour options.
What chassis does the Ninja 500 SE use?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE is built around a lightweight steel trellis frame with the engine acting as a stressed member of the chassis. The Ninja 500 SE has a kerb weight of 172kg.
What engine powers the 2027 Ninja 500 SE?
A 451cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, parallel-twin engine powers the 2027 Ninja 500 SE. The 451 cc parallel twin makes about 44 hp at 9,000 rpm and 42.6 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The engine is paired to a six-speed return-shift gearbox and a wet multi-disc clutch.
What features does the Ninja 500 SE offer?
The Ninja 500 SE is the premium version of the standard Ninja 500; naturally, it comes equipped with a much more comprehensive list of features and tech, which includes: TFT colour instrument console with smartphone connectivity, Kawasaki Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System (KIPASS), water-resistant USB-C charging outlet and LED lighting.
As for the rider aids, the Ninja 500 SE packs a decent set of equipment such as: Dual Channel ABS, KTCR traction control and slipper clutch with Assist.
What brakes are fitted to the Ninja 500 SE?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE uses a 310mm single semi-floating front disc with a dual-piston calliper. At the rear, it gets a 220mm single disc with a dual-piston calliper.
What suspension setup does the Ninja 500 SE use?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE comes equipped with a 41mm telescopic front fork and a bottom-link Uni-Trak rear suspension system, which uses a gas-charged shock absorber with preload adjustability.
