2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500

Make your statement with the Ninja® 500 sportbike. Turn heads with the aggressive styling Ninja® sportbikes are known for and set the tone with a 451cc twin-cylinder engine. Experience legendary Ninja performance on the sportbike designed to lead the crowd.

FEATURING:

• 451cc TWIN-CYLINDER ENGINE


• AGGRESSIVE NINJA® STYLING


• LED HEADLIGHT AND TAILLIGHT


• HIGH CONTRAST FULL-LCD METER WITH SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY


• COMFORTABLE RIDING POSITION


• Assist & Slipper Clutch


• Lightweight trellis frame


• Uni-Trak® rear suspension


• Dry Weight: 339.6 lb* 

POWER: BIG POWER. LIGHTWEIGHT PACKAGE.

• A robust engine, detail-driven design, advanced features, and supreme comfort are just the start of what makes the Ninja® 500 motorcycle impossible to ignore. This highly capable sportbike offers exhilaration across a broad skill spectrum—crafted with ample control for newer riders while offering some extra punch to appeal to a wide range of riders.

HANDLING: AGILITY FOR ALL

• Ample power is met with a lightweight, compact chassis for predictable handling and sharp maneuverability. From canyon roads to daily commutes, the Ninja® 500 is built to inspire more confidence.

ERGONOMICS: CRAFTED FOR COMFORT

• A sporty riding position, carefully selected materials, user-friendly design, and on-board amenities make the Ninja® 500 a perfectly comfortable ride.

STYLING: CLASSIC NINJA® APPEAL

• There’s no mistaking a Ninja®—and this ride is no different. Innovative style and bold design choices combine for a fresh, modern take on the iconic look.