2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R

General motorcycle information

Model

Kawasaki Ninja 500R

Year

2009

Engine and transmission

Displacement

30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)

Engine type

Twin, 4 stroke

Power

Torque

Compression

10.8:1

Bore x stroke

4.52 x 3.54 inches (74.0 x 58.0 mm)

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

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°

Front suspension travel

7.90 inches (129.5 mm)

Rear suspension travel

6.04 inches (99.1 mm)

Front tyre

110/70-17

Rear tyre

130/70-17

Front brake

Single disc

Rear brake

Single disc

Rear brakes diameter

13.42 inches (220.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

Wet weight

434.4 pounds (197.0 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

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