2001 Kawasaki ER-5 Twister. Image by Kawasaki. Published with permission..
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki ER-5 Twister
Year
2001
Category
Naked bike
Rating
3.6 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine type
Twin, four-stroke
Power
50.0 HP (36.5 kW )) @ 9000 RPM
Torque
45.0 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.2 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM
Top speed
180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Bore x stroke
74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front wheel travel
125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear wheel travel
114 mm (4.5 inches)
Front tire
110/70-H17
Rear tire
130/70-H17
Front brakes
Single disc
Diameter
280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake
Diameter
160 mm (6.3 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.2778 HP/kg
Seat height
815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase
1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Fuel capacity
17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
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