2008 Kawasaki Ninja 500R

Kawasaki Ninja 500R
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki Ninja 500R
Year
2008
Category
Sport
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 4 stroke
Power
-
Torque
35.77 pound-foot/lbf-ft (48.50 Nm / 4.95 kgf-m) at 7000 RPM
Compression
10.8:1
Bore x stroke
4.52 x 3.54 inches (74.0 x 58.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
5.58 inches (91.4 mm)
Front tyre
110/70-17
Rear tyre
130/70-x17
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
13.42 inches (220.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
388.0 pounds (176.0 kg)
Seat height
47.3 inches (775 mm)
Wheelbase
87.6 inches (1435 mm)
Overall length
127.9 inches (2095 mm)
Overall width
42.8 inches (701 mm)
Overall height
70.8 inches (1160 mm)
Ground clearance
7.3 inches (119 mm)
Fuel capacity
4.80 gallons (18.2 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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