2025 ELIMINATOR 500 SE

ADDITIONAL VEHICLE FEATURES:

• Learner approved model (LAMS)
• Distinctive headlight cowl
• Long and low authentic motorcycle design
• Round, retro-style LED headlight
• 18" front, 16" rear wheels
• Lightweight trellis frame
• Twin-shock rear suspension
• All-digital instrumentation with tachometer and gear position indicator
• Smartphone connectivity
• Assist & Slipper Clutch
• Passenger-friendly seating
• Two accessory seats (low, high) available
• Special Edition colour & graphics
• SE seat with two-pattern seat leather
• Handlebar-mounted USB-C outlet
• 177 kg curb weight (165 kg dry)

EASY

Offering a natural riding position that accommodates a wide range of riders, the Eliminator inspires confidence from the moment you sit on it. Its light weight and good mass centralisation make light work of lifting the bike off its side-stand and contribute to low-speed manoeuvrability. Its highly accessible, stress-free character makes the Eliminator an ideal everyday riding partner.

RIDING POSITION

A natural riding position with handle grips located where your arms naturally extend and footpegs positioned so that your legs do not feel cramped offers rider reassurance and contributes to stress-free everyday riding.

HANDLING

Complementing the long and low style, chassis geometry was carefully selected to achieve light, natural handling. The Eliminator's easy handling character adds to rider confidence and contributes to stress-free riding.

LIGHT

Belying the Eliminator's long and low design and imposing bodywork, efforts made to keep weight low result in a lightweight chassis. Low-effort manoeuvrability contributes to rider confidence and helps reduce riding stress.

LOW SEAT HEIGHT

At 735 mm, the Eliminator's seat height is the lowest of Kawasaki's 250-500cc on-road models, contributing to a reassuring reach to the ground. Accessory High and Low seats enable a wide range of riders to enjoy the Eliminator with confidence and comfort.

PASSENGER FRIENDLY

Ample power, a comfortable pillion seat, and an ergonomic accessory grab bar make it easy to share the Eliminator experience with a friend.

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ACTIVE

Complementing the rider-friendly character that will bring a smile to the faces of riders who want to enjoy the exhilaration offered by a Kawasaki motorcycle, the Eliminator is backed up by active performance derived from its Ninja-based engine and lightweight trellis frame.

ENGINE

The Eliminator's 451 cc Parallel Twin engine offers strong low-end torque, greatly benefiting low-speed control and manoeuvrability, and contributing to low-stress everyday riding. At highway speeds, its strong power and linear response make its Ninja lineage apparent.

FRAME

Inspired by the Ninja 400's high-performance trellis frame, the high-tensile steel construction achieves the Eliminator's low seat height while maintaining the active performance potential of its sportier brother.

INSTRUMENTS

Compact, round, all-digital LCD instrument panel offers a modern touch that complements the Eliminator's authentic style. The highly legible layout includes a bar-style tachometer and gear position indicator – visible reminders of the Eliminator's active riding potential. Smartphone connectivity enables riders to access instrument functions for an enhanced motorcycling experience.

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LONG & LOW

A modern reinterpretation of the long and low style of the original Eliminator is complemented by a versatility that lends itself to any lifestyle. Horizontal lines that draw the eye from front to rear, the low seat, and low, flat handlebar hint at the new Eliminator's active riding potential and a light-footed manoeuvrability, as if to be able to glide lightly over the ground.

DESIGN

A long and low design with elegant proportions is created by the vertically thin fuel tank and the horizontal lines evident from the head pipe to the original tail. The design of the impressive, mid-class sized body suggests a balance of active performance and composure.

WHEELS

Combining a long wheelbase with 18" front and 16" rear wheels helps achieve the low head position and long and low style.

SHOCKS

In addition to contributing to ride comfort and natural handling, twin rear shocks are reminiscent of the style of Kawasaki's orthodox motorcycles.

TAIL

While the LED taillight evokes the style of the original Eliminator, the tail design is original. Thin, with its slash-cut lower line angling sharply upwards, it contributes to the active performance image.

SE MODEL

In addition to distinct colour and graphics, the Eliminator SE comes equipped with a number of special features including a headlight cowl, fork boots, USB-C outlet, and a SE seat with two-pattern seat leather.

COWL

The headlight cowl is reminiscent of those found on earlier Eliminator SE models. Clever mounting method helps realise a compact, stylish design.

USB-C

Convenient USB-C outlet is mounted on the right handle. The outlet features a waterproof design to help protect it from the elements*.

*It is recommended that the USB-C outlet not be used when it is raining.