2026 Kawasaki KLE®500 ABS

LIFE'S A RALLY. RIDE IT.

Meet the new KLE®500 ABS adventure motorcycle designed to help you discover new horizons. The purposeful rally-style design is a prime example of functional beauty that not only looks the part but delivers versatile performance both on- and off-pavement. With a responsive and torquey fuel-injected parallel-twin engine combined with a well-balanced chassis and light handling offering comfortable touring ergonomics, getting to your off-road destination is just part of the adventure. Whether you're a commuter looking for an adventure motorcycle with civilized road manners or an off-roader looking for more comfort while retaining plenty of off-road capability, the new KLE500 ABS is your perfect passport to a world of possibilities.

Features may include:

RALLY-INSPIRED STYLING

READY FOR ADVENTURE

The new KLE®500 ABS motorcycle brings together rally-style design, smooth comfort, and light, nimble off-road capable handling for Kawasaki’s newest adventure motorcycle. With a specially designed trellis-style frame optimized for multi-purpose use and a compact parallel-twin engine delivering linear power, the KLE500 ABS motorcycle is ready for your outdoor explorations.

LIGHTWEIGHT & COMFORTABLE

OPTIMAL COMFORT

From city street commutes to dirt road adventures, the KLE®500 ABS motorcycle offers real-world versatility with its multi-purpose design. With a trellis-style frame, class-leading long-travel suspension, and off-road and rally-inspired features, the KLE500 ABS motorcycle is primed to be your guide for adventure.

POWERFUL & NIMBLE

SMOOTH POWER ON DEMAND

Exploring your next adventure will be even more enjoyable with the smooth acceleration and power on-demand delivery of the KLE®500 ABS motorcycle’s parallel-twin engine, confident clutch control, and balanced transmission.

ADVENTURE TOURING CAPABLE

READY FOR EXPLORATION

The journey to off-road adventure is paved with comfort. With a tall, rally-style adjustable windscreen, ample seat cushioning, smartphone connectivity, and more, just getting to your destination is part of the fun.

ADDITIONAL:

High-contrast full LCD instrument panel with Smartphone Connectivity

LED headlight and taillight

Adjustable rally-style windscreen

Customizable seating combinations for optimal comfort and mobility

4.2-gal rally-style fuel tank

Aluminum skid plate

Adventure touring-ready with available accessory panniers and top case