| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
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| Model ID |
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | GS 500 E |
| Year | 1999 |
| Category(class) | Street Fighter |
| Engine |
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 487 ccm (29.72 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Twin |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø74.0 mm x 56.6 mm (Ø2.91 inches x 2.23 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.31 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 |
| Starter System | Electronic |
| Cooling System | Air |
| Powertrain |
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| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
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| Front Suspension Travel | 120 mm (4.72 inches) |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 115 mm (4.53 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Single disc |
| Front Brakes Diameter | Ø310 mm (Ø12.2 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | Ø250 mm (Ø9.84 inches) |
| Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-17 |
| Dimensions |
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| Seat Height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1410 mm (55.51 inches) |
| Curb Weight | 186 kg (410 lb) |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Performance |
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| Max Power | 45.00 HP (32.8 kW) at 9000 RPM |
| Max Torque | 40.00 Nm (29.41 ft*lbs) at 7400 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.24 Hp/Kg |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h (106mph) |
| 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 | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 litres/100km (45.21 mpg) |