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2003 Kawasaki KLE 500
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MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Kawasaki KLE 500 2003
Motorcycle Style: Dual-Sport
ENGINE SPECS
Engine Type: 498 cc, 4 Stroke – Liquid Cooled – Parallel Twin
Engine Bore and Stroke: 74 mm x 58 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
Valves DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Carburetion: Keihin CVK34
Ignition System: Electronic
Claimed Horsepower: 50 hp (37.3 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque: 45 Nm (33.2 ft. lbs) @ 7000 rpm
Transmission type: 6 speed
Final Drive: Chain
MISCELLANEOUS SPECS
Tire – Front: 90/90-18
Tire – Rear: 130/80-17
Brakes – Front: single 300 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
Brakes – Rear: single 230 mm disc with 1-piston calipers
DIMENSIONS
Overall – Length: 2215 mm (87.2 inches)
Overall – Width: 880 mm (34.6 inches)
Overall – Height: 1220 mm (48 inches)
Seat Height: 835 mm (32.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 15 l (4 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 178 kg (392.4 pounds)