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The 'Kawasaki ER-5' is a naked commuter motorcycle. This Japanese bike is powered by a liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC 498 cc engine based on the design used in the Kawasaki GPZ500, producing around 50 bhp. It is capable of a top speed of around 110 mph (175 km/h) and usually lasts around 55,000 miles. It also accepts being restricted to 33BHP/25KW, which is the maximum power output permitted for certain types of restricted licences within Europe.

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Technical Features

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Technical Features

★ Displacement: 498.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)

★ Engine type: Parallel Twin

★ Stroke: 4

★ Power: 48.00 hp (36.5 kW))

★ Valves per cylinder: 4

★ Gearbox: 6-speed

★ Transmission type final drive: Chain

★ Front brakes: Single disc

★ Rear brakes: Expanding brake

★ Power/weight ratio: 0.2793 hp/kg

★ Dry weight: 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)

★ Cooling System: Liquid

★ Seat height: 780 mm (30.7 inches)

★ Top Speed: 110 mph (183 km/h)

★ Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons)

See also

Other midweight 500 cc motorcycles:

★ Kawasaki GPZ500

★ Suzuki GS500

★ Honda CB500

References

Comfort above 70mph can be increased by the fitting of a handlebar screen/fairing.