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Kawasaki KAW500S

Specifications for 14 model years

Year Category Engine (cc) Horsepower Dry Weight Seat Height
2012 Sportbike 505 43 N/A 33.1
2013 Sportbike 503 56 N/A 34.3
2014 Sportbike 499 66 N/A 29.8
2015 Sportbike 492 43 N/A 30.7
2016 Sportbike 509 71 N/A 32.7
2017 Sportbike 504 51 N/A 33.6
2018 Sportbike 511 61 N/A 30.5
2019 Sportbike 509 57 N/A 29.8
2020 Sportbike 487 59 N/A 32.4
2021 Sportbike 503 48 N/A 30.2
2022 Sportbike 490 67 N/A 32.9
2023 Sportbike 498 54 N/A 33.2
2024 Sportbike 511 76 N/A 33.7
2025 Sportbike 495 66 N/A 32.6
2015 Adventure 491 72 N/A 31.6
2016 Adventure 505 41 N/A 33.8
2017 Adventure 493 58 N/A 30.0
2018 Adventure 496 42 N/A 33.6
2019 Adventure 503 71 N/A 30.2
2020 Adventure 491 72 N/A 33.4
2021 Adventure 501 42 N/A 29.5
2022 Adventure 513 60 N/A 30.4
2023 Adventure 500 76 N/A 30.3
2024 Adventure 513 49 N/A 30.6
2025 Adventure 511 76 N/A 32.8

Essential Rider Upgrades

Motorcycle Cover

Oxford Motorcycle Cover

Waterproof protection from weather.

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Battery Tender

Battery Tender Junior

Smart charger for battery maintenance.

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Motorcycle Gloves

Leather Motorcycle Gloves

Safety and grip for long rides.

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