| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | 
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| Model ID | 
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki | 
| Model Name | EN 500 | 
| Year | 1996 | 
| Category(class) | Cruiser / Chopper / Custom | 
| Engine | 
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 498 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) | 
| Engine Type | Twin | 
| Stroke | 4 | 
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 
| Powertrain | 
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| Gearbox | 6 speed | 
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | 
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| Front Brakes | Single disc | 
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 
| Dimensions | 
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| Seat Height | 720 mm (28.35 inches) | 
| Dry Weight | 187 kg (412 lb) | 
| Performance | 
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| Max Power | 50.00 HP (36.5 kW) at 8500 RPM | 
| Max Torque | 40.20 Nm (29.56 ft*lbs) at 7300 RPM | 
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.24 Hp/Kg | 
| Top Speed | - | 
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time |  | 
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 
| 0-60 mph | 5.3 seconds | 
| 1/4 mile | - | 
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |