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Kawasaki Z500
451cc · ~45 hp · seat 785 mm · ~$5,699
Modern cool beginner-to-early-rider naked that bridges small beginner bikes and middleweights. Ideal rider: A rider who wants a cool first real motorcycle and can respect 451cc performance.
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Quick specs
| Engine | 451cc |
| Power | ~45 hp |
| Wet weight | ~167 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm |
| Price (new) | ~$5,699 |
| Typical used range | $4500 - $5700 (used, condition varies) |
| Years | 2024-present |
| Licence fit | US beginner;A2-friendly depending market |
Figures are catalog approximations and vary by model year and market; always verify the exact spec and price for your region.
Who it is for
New riders who want style and excitement without supersport risk.
Where it fits best: Newer riders; city/suburban use; riders wanting style and enough power without Z650/MT-07 jump.
Who should skip it
Avoid if the rider has zero training and wants maximum safety over image. Still enough power to require respect from a new rider.
Can create regret if the rider wants premium emotion or highway comfort.
The honest reality
- For beginners
- Strong beginner candidate with training, but still not careless-proof.
- In the city
- Excellent city/commuter fit.
- On the highway
- Short highway okay; not a touring bike.
- Engine character
- 451cc parallel twin; modern, lively, manageable.
- Owning it
- Likely sensible Japanese ownership; new model means used data is still young.
Buying used
Check service, tires, brakes, chain, drops, beginner-owner damage, and warranty if used. Typical asking range: $4500 - $5700 (used, condition varies).
Bikes riders cross-shop
Yamaha MT-03 · Honda CB500F · Triumph Speed 400 · Kawasaki Eliminator 500 · Suzuki SV650 used.
Does the Kawasaki Z500 actually fit you?
A spec sheet cannot weigh your height, budget, roads, experience, and the regret risks that show up after buying. MyMoto's free advisor can. Tell it about yourself and see whether this bike, or something better for you, comes out on top.
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