Kelly's Kawasaki
817 S. Country Club Drive
Mesa, AZ 85210

480.969.9610
Ninja 500R
MSRP: $4,899.00
Introduction

The 2005 Kawasaki NINJA® 500R sportbike has all the elements of a great mid-sized sportbike: torquey parallel twin engine, nimble chassis, comfortable ergonomics and wind protection, and sleek NINJA styling. It's also inexpensive to own and operate.

Riders of all skill levels will appreciate the NINJA 500R's liquid-cooled, inline twin-cylinder four-stroke engine. With dual overhead cams actuating four valves per cylinder, the snappy motor is user-friendly and inspirational. Indeed, exploring the top end of this engine's rev range is entertaining for even the most seasoned riders.

The high-performance engine isn't the only selling point for the NINJA 500R. On twisty back roads, the bike's lightweight, compact design makes for a great-handling machine. This is complemented by Kawasaki's UNI-TRAK® progressive rear suspension system, standard fare on the larger-displacement NINJA models.

The NINJA 500R also has the sporty styling of its larger siblings, which contribute to both form and function-the aerodynamic half-fairing provides wind protection for the rider, and is stylishly complemented by a lower fairing.

Features

Twin-cylinder 498cc Engine

- Compact parallel-twin design

- Superior engineering produces sportbike power with broad usable torque

Liquid Cooling

- Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power during hard use

- Includes temperature gauge

Auxiliary Cooling Fan

- Maintains optimum temperature for best performance, fuel economy and reliability

Four Valves per Cylinder

- Better breathing for more power at high rpm

- Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today's gasolines

- Boosts low-end torque

- Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow

34mm CVK Semi-flat Slide Carburetors

- Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds

- Quick throttle response

Digital Ignition

- Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment

- Ultra-responsive to engine needs

Six-speed Transmission

- Provides excellent acceleration and relaxed highway cruising

Positive Neutral Finder

- Just lift the shift pedal from first at a stop to find neutral easily, every time

- A Kawasaki exclusive

Standard Half Fairing

- Offers rider wind protection for more comfort

- Incorporates large, easy-to-read instruments with dual trip meters

Double-cradle Steel Box-section Frame

- Lightweight, with superior rigidity for more precise handling and better control

- Centerstand included for convenience

37mm Front Fork

- Large-diameter fork tubes with thin walls for light weight and exceptional rigidity

Front Disc Brake with Dual-piston Caliper

- Disc is drilled for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight

- Dual-piston caliper increase s braking effectiveness

Rear Disc Brake

- Powerful and controllable

- Single-piston caliper

Bottom-link UNI-TRAK® Rear Suspension

- Lowers the center of gravity for better handling

- Progressive rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride

- Lightweight aluminum components provide quick suspension response

17-inch Wheels

- Wide, modern 17-inch rims fit low-profile, high-performance tires


Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Engine

Four-stroke, DOHC, parallel twin
Displacement: 498cc
Starting: Electric
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 58.0mm
Compression ratio: 10.8:1
Cooling: Liquid
Carburetion: Keihin CVK34 x 2
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance

Transmission

Six-speed

Chassis

Frame: High-tensile steel, perimeter design
Rake / trail: 27° / 3.6 in.
Suspension type, front: 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Suspension type, rear: UNI-TRAK® system with single shock
Wheel travel, front: 5.1 in.

Tires/Brakes

Wheel travel, rear: 3.9 in.
Tire, front: 11/70 x 17 tubeless
Tire, rear: 130/70 x 17 tubeless
Brakes, front / rear: Hydraulic disc / Disc

Measures/Weights
Overall length: 82.5 in.
Overall width: 27.6 in.
Overall height: 45.7 in.
Ground clearance: 4.7 in.
Seat height: 30.5 in.
Dry weight: 388 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 4.8 gal.
Wheelbase: 56.5 in.

Colors
Ebony/Metallic Graystone
Candy Thunder Blue/Ebony

* Price and specifications subject to change