Kawasaki KLE500 suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki KLE500, 2026 onwards: adjustable rear preload, 871 mm (34.3 in) seat height, 211 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2026. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2026 onwards Kawasaki KLE500
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Kawasaki KLE500

2026 onwards · adventure · 451 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel211 mm (8.3 in)
Rear suspension travel196 mm (7.7 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire90/90-21
Rear tire140/70-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1555 mm (61.2 in)
Rake28°
Trail104 mm (4.1 in)
Seat height871 mm (34.3 in)
Front brakeSingle 300mm petal disc, 2-piston Nissin caliper
Rear brakeSingle 230mm petal disc, 2-piston Nissin caliper

Other Kawasaki KLE500 generations: 2000–2007

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