2026 Kawasaki Z500 SE

Retail Price

$7,899.00

Information

2026 Kawasaki Z500 SE

ALL EYES ON YOU

All eyes are on you when riding the all-new Z500 supernaked. With distinctive bodywork and a powerful 451cc engine, this aggressively styled streetfighter is for those who are not afraid to be seen. The Z500 provides the ideal platform for a wide range of riders to put their true colours on display.

Features may include:

NEW, LARGER-DISPLACEMENT ENGINE
  • Well-Balanced Power and Strong Acceleration

Smooth, powerful acceleration is available with a twist of the wrist from a new 451cc engine. The acceleration feels brisk thanks to plenty of power in the low- to mid-rpm range, and, when the throttle stays on, enough power in the high-rpm range to hit higher speeds with ease. With well-balanced power output and strong acceleration throughout the rev range, the combination of this engine with a lightweight chassis makes the machine well-suited to a wide variety of riding situations including everyday riding.

LIGHTWEIGHT, MANOEUVRABLE CHASSIS
  • Easy Handling

Easy to use is the key, as the compact chassis has been designed to be as user-friendly as possible. Predictable handling thanks to a chassis conceived with light weight, manoeuvrability, and mass centralisation in mind provides excellent feel and inspiring confidence for a wide range of riders. The easy handling also facilitates manoeuvring when parking.

HIGH-CLASS, INTENSE DESIGN
  • Aggressive Supernaked Looks

No matter from what angle the Z500 is seen, its triple headlight-centred front face and aggressive lines make it clear that this is a member of the Z family, with aggressive Supernaked looks and ample street presence.

SE MODEL
  • Special Edition Features

A Special Edition Z500 model offers original colour and graphics along with other exclusive features and accessories. In addition to TFT instrumentation, an under cowl, and a USB-C outlet, the Z500 SE is equipped with a smoked meter cover, pillion seat cover, LED turn signals, frame sliders, tank pad, knee grip pads, and a radiator screen.

ADDITIONAL:
  • Assist & Slipper Clutch
  • Lightweight trellis frame
  • Uni Trak rear suspension
  • Seat designed for ride comfort
  • Full-colour TFT instrumentation
  • USB-C outlet
  • Smoked meter cover
  • Pillion seat cover
  • LED turn signals
  • Hazard warning light switch
  • Tank pad, knee pads, frame sliders & radiator screen
  • 168 kg curb weight (154 kg estimated dry weight)

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Highlights

  • Salmon Arm, British Columbia
  • 2026
  • Kawasaki
  • Z500 SE
  • 6-speed, return
  • Available

Specifications

  • 2026
  • Kawasaki
  • Z500
  • SE
  • Standard
  • 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin
  • 451cc
  • Liquid-cooled
  • 70.0 mm
  • 58.6 mm
  • 38 kW {52 PS} / 10,000 rpm
  • 43 Nm {4.4 kgfm} / 7,500 rpm
  • 11.3:1
  • Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2
  • Digital
  • Forced lubrication, wet sump
  • Electric
  • 6-speed, return
  • Wet multi-disc, manual
  • Chain
  • Angle (L/R): 35° / 35°
  • Trellis, high-tensile steel
  • ø41 mm telescopic fork
  • Bottom-link Uni Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable spring preload
  • Semi-floating ø310 mm disc with balanced actuation dual-piston caliper
  • ø220 mm disc with dual-piston caliper
  • 110/70R17M/C 54H
  • 120 mm (4.7 in)
  • 150/60R17M/C 66H
  • 130 mm (5.1 in)
  • 1,995 x 800 x 1,110 mm (78.5 x 31.5 x 43.7 in)
  • 24.3° / 92 mm
  • 145 mm (5.7 in)
  • 785 mm (30.9 in)
  • 1,375 mm (54.1 in)
  • 14 litres
  • 168 kg (370 lb)
  • 154 kg (340 lb)
  • Full-colour TFT screen with digital speedometer, digital bar-style tachometer, gear position indicator, shift lamp, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters, current and average fuel consumption, remaining range, average speed, total time, coolant temperature, clock, battery voltage, Kawasaki service reminder, oil change reminder, and Economical Riding Indicator