Kawasaki ER5
50 hp, 498 cc, 425 lbs1999 - 2005
Engine
Max power50 hp (@9 000 RPM)
Max torque18 lb ft (@7 200 RPM)
Displacement498 cc
LayoutDOHC Inline-2
Valves8
Redline10 500 RPM
Idling speed1 200 RPM
ManagementCarburetor
Compression9.80:1
Bore x Stroke74.0 mm x 58.0 mm
Oil capacity3.22 quart
Oil type10W40
Spark plug typeNGK DR9EA, DENSO X27ESR-U
CoolingLiquid
Weight to power8.51 lbs/hp
Power to weight293 hp/2500lbs
Battery type12V 10Ah
Brakes
Front brakesDisc
Front caliper2 pistons
Front brake diameter280 mm
Rear brakesDrum
Rear caliper1 piston
Rear brake diameter160 mm
Tires
Front tire110/70 R17
Rear tire130/70 R17