India-Bound 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 Adv Bike Revealed

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2026 Kawasaki KLE500 uses a parallel-twin, water-cooled engine and is built around a lightweight trellis chassis

Kawasaki has announced the revival of the KLE500 nameplate for 2026. Expected to go on sale sometime next year in India, it is built around a lightweight trellis chassis and uses a parallel-twin, water-cooled engine equipped with an assist-and-slipper clutch. The motorcycle immediately captures attention with its off-road based styling.

A tall and adjustable windshield as well as a compact 16-litre fuel tank give it a purposeful stance while KX motocross-inspired elements like slender side panels, LED lighting at both ends offering high visibility and a three-position adjustable screen which protects riders from wind and elements during extended rides are also available.

With ERGO-FIT low front and pillion seat options, riders can customise between high/high setups for daily use or high/low configurations for off-road manoeuvrability. Scooped seatbacks and ergonomically positioned footpegs and handlebars make both standing and seated riding positions comfortable according to the brand to adhere to a wide range of consumers.

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Suspension duties of the 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 are handled by a KYB cartridge-type inverted front fork and the New Uni-Trak rear system which are said to provide top notch feedback and stability across varied surfaces. The 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels are wrapped in IRC GP-410 tyres while disc brakes with selectable ABS are also provided.

The SE variant of the new adventure motorcycle adds TFT instrumentation, LED indicators, a larger windshield and hand guards while the standard model comes with an LCD screen. Both models offer Kawasaki’s Rideology App integration, allowing riders to log trips, navigate and even control certain functions via voice commands.

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The optional genuine accessories include top cases, panniers, engine guards, USB Type-C outlets, and an upswept Akrapovic silencer for European markets. The KLE500 SE and standard variants have been confirmed to be available in Metallic Carbon Gray / Ebony, Pearl Blizzard White and Pearl Storm Gray colour schemes.

Pricing is yet to be announced for the global markets as the KLE500 moniker returns to the lineup after decades of absence starting next year. It will be positioned below the Versys 650.

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