Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE - A Surprising Motorcycle

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A very surprising motorcycle. The Kawasaki Eliminator caught my eye some time ago. I don’t no what it was about it, perhaps it was that it wasn’t as extreme as the Kawasaki Vulcan or Honda Rebel, with mid foot pegs the position looked just perfect and the bike looked comfortable. I had to ride it.
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Displacement 451 cm³
Maximum power 33.4 kW {45.4 PS} / 9,000 rpm
Maximum torque 42.6 N•m {4.3 kgf•m} / 6,000 rpm
Limited power version 35 kW
Power down kit 35 kW Available
Fuel consumption 35 kW kit 4.5 l/100 km
CO2 emission 35 kW kit 104 g/km
Transmission 6-speed
Brakes, front Single 310mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston
Brakes, rear Single 240 mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston
Suspension, front 41 mm telescopic fork
Suspension, rear Twin shock absorbers
Tyre, front 130/70-18M/C 63H
Tyre, rear 150/80-16M/C 71H
Wheelbase 1,520 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm
Fuel Capacity 13 litres
Seat Height 735 mm
Curb mass 176kg
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@neilrichardson3986 4 месяца назад

Much better than Honda Rebel

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Definitely 😁 thanks Neil 😁

@NATURULCAUSEZ 3 месяца назад

This video made me want to live in the UK just as much as it made me want a Kawasaki Eliminator xD. fantastic review!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂 thanks NC 😁

@pubert23 4 месяца назад

went bike hunting for my gf and i got to test ride a Honda Rebel and a Eliminator and i gotta say the Eliminator was just overall better. kawasaki knocked it out of the park with this one

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

There is definitely something very pleasing about it 😁 thanks P 😁

@equalfps 7 дней назад

i love the rebel and want to buy it so bad but from an overall perspective u think kawasaki might be better indeed

@ladyjrider666 13 дней назад

I had a 600cc 1994 up till 2020 and buying the vulcan s. I absolutely loved her. Was excited to see it come back but watered down to be A2 compliant. There were a range of eliminators up to 1000cc. So maybe more will come. Nice review taym.

@TAYM 12 дней назад

Loved this bike 😁 such a pleasure to ride, so easy 😁 thanks Lady J😁

@daintree2455 4 месяца назад

Bet they wanted to call it the Exterminator...exterminate! exterminate! exterminate! down the road Dr TAYM. 😊

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

Darlek.

@daintree2455 4 месяца назад

Billie Piper best Dr Who assistant ever RR...those Cybermen freaked me out more than the Darleks

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

@@daintree2455 Agree about Billie Piper as best assistant 😉.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂😂 thanks DT 😁

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

I agree but the stone angels freaked me out the most 😱😂😂

@cmgzfiveonezero Месяц назад

Message to all us Americans… watch this at 2x speed… you’re welcome! 😂 Great review btw broskie! ❤

@TAYM Месяц назад

😂😂😂 thanks cmg😁

@pinkiewerewolf 4 месяца назад

The lil Eliminator looks very very naughty in totally blacked out guise. I kinda like the offset clock. That's one thing I never really cared for the look of with the one clock Harley Sportsters, the centered dial, all by lit's lonesome self. At least the offset clocks have a buddy, an ignition housing or a small spot for GPS... or something or other. Interesting comparison with the RE bikes, makes the Eliminator seem very appealing to a lot of riders. If I were a new rider I'd be all over something like this. The Honda Rebel 500 would be a great bike to compare it too. I've been quite smitten with the SCL 500 lately. Well done Mr Taym! Have a great weekend TAYMites!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks PW 😁

@trailguy 3 месяца назад

So it’s an SE but it’s not orange? Is that because it’s not in the US? Huh, I like it. Good review thanks. I like it too, even more than the z500. Maybe you’re over 40, too. lol.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks TG 😁 I most certainly am 😁😂😂

@Stefan_trekkie 4 месяца назад

Many years ago, I almost bought the old Eliminator.. But was very different bike.. Was in line 4 600cc and shaft drive back then .. The bike was screaming yellow colour... The cruiser is the only class/style of bike that i've never owned myself. It was due to money issues as younger me was poor... Looking at bikes constantly as I rest at home after the surgery.

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

That's what I use to do when got out of hospital & in recovery was look at bikes🤣. Even driving the car I would imagine this be a good line & like that corner etc😁😆😂🤣.

@Stefan_trekkie 4 месяца назад

@@ruahinesrider Sounds like we are addicted or something?!? 😂😂

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

@@Stefan_trekkie Must be,I died 3 times & broke a heap of bones & got a helicopter 🚁ride to hospital & was in a world 🌎 of hurt.Broke my back both ankles, punctured lung,3 ribs 3 fingers & back stuffed & left ankle plays up & went out brought another bike 7 months later.I say that's an addiction 😂🤣.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Stefan 😁 hope your recovery goes well 😁

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂

@chadcastle7953 Месяц назад

The screen is offset for phone mount you have to put phone mount far right otherwise it blocks screen

@TAYM Месяц назад

Thanks Chad 😁

@garryclarke-kray4071 4 месяца назад

I like it all blacked out and as you said it would be good for a commute or exploring the lanes with its easy handling. Thanks TAYM

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks GCK 😁

@rajeevwx 27 дней назад

One friday mutter video with the Eliminatore please..

@TAYM 27 дней назад

Nice isn’t it 😁 thanks Raj😁

@kenparis2027 4 месяца назад

Thanks for the great video! I bought one of these bad boys last week, having test ridden the Triumph Speed 400 (which was very good, but failed to materialise within my fairly short patience window), and then a Z500SE, which I found a bit uncomfortable after a few miles. Being a lifelong "cruiser avoider", I was persuaded to sit on the Eliminator and found it really comfortable, so took it for a test ride. I instantly liked it, and will include the offset speedo in this. The only thing I'd change is the "Fred Dibnah" exhaust described by Greywolf9292. Love it!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 brilliant 😁 yes, I too refuse to wait 😁 chances are I will change my mind if I wait too long 😂😂😂 thanks KP 😁

@WyreForestBiker 4 месяца назад

Great stuff, interesting how some bikes just vibe with people .... Still think you need to find a CL to have a go on though 😊 I still think you might love it for your winter bike.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Dave 😁 yes, I need to try one 😁

@crumblymal8479 4 месяца назад

Nice one TAYM good little bike that put me in mind of the Honda Rebel which is a similar thing get rid of that awful silencer and she would look great I think with that matt scheme maybe satin/matt wheels might look better the clock well I maybe could get used to that not being central but all in all it's a strong 7 from me on looks cheers 👌👍

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks crumb 😁 a much more realistic look than the rebel I think 😁 if you know what I mean 😁

@simonbealing 4 месяца назад

I remember watching this being reviewed in the states but didn't think they were going to be offered in the uk so it's great to see they are. I'm sure they will be very popular with the seat height, price and looks combination. As usual the exhaust is the only thing letting it down but that's easily remedied:)

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Absolutely 😁 to ride it’s a very pleasing bike and whilst the looks are a bit marmite, I like it😁 thanks SB 😁

@rajeevwx 2 месяца назад

Can you stand on the footpegs while riding?

@TAYM 2 месяца назад

Thanks A 😁 I never tried 🤔 sorry 😁

@CornishMotorcycleDiaries 4 месяца назад

I'm also intrigued by this little bike. I reckon Kawasaki have found a sweet spot here. I must nip down to my local Kawasaki dealer and have a go on one.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Yes, would love to know what you think 😁 thanks CMD 😁

@neilanderson2374 3 месяца назад

It was on my list for a first big bike, however I don’t think the black suits it. Please Kawasaki give us some more adventurous colours like what is available in the US !!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Neil 😁 I reckon it would look marvellous I. The green and black 😁

@neilanderson2374 3 месяца назад

@@TAYM I like the white

@christopherturner9330 3 месяца назад

I really liked this review and indeed the Kawasaki motorcycle. I would be very pleased to own one of these indeed.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Chris😁 yes, it really is a lovely bike to ride 😁

@lutzrosi 3 месяца назад

Ganze Schwarz Farben wie Tod.

@greywolf9292 4 месяца назад

It's not a bad looking bike if you like the cruiser style, the blackout look suits it very well. The exhaust is a pretty chimney like ( I'll bet Fred Dibnah's climbed smaller ones) and very quiet. Even it's 900cc Big brother the Vulcan doesn't offer enough grunt for me but then you know it's all about grunt with me 😊😂😂

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂 brilliant description 😂😂 thanks GW 😁

@daviddavies5347 4 месяца назад

I’ll look when I can no longer manage! Does it have stabilisers? 🤣

@daviddavies5347 4 месяца назад

Thinking of the future, can I get it on Mobility? 🤣🤣

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

😁😆😂🤣.

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

Guzzi V7 got low seat rather have that.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂

@skintag9709 3 месяца назад

Bought this bike in may moving down from a Honda cb650r strangely the rack was a £99 accessory? Love the bike and not missing the Honda (much)😢

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Such a great fun bike to ride 😁 yes, this was the SE version 😁

@alvindavenport5657 3 месяца назад

Trying to be positive about this, I’d agree it’s not as unattractive as the Honda Rebel 500. They’re trying to use an existing frame to cobble together another style of bike, sort of like Honda is doing with their Rebels. I don’t find the look particularly flattering. I think Kawasaki has managed to make the USB port on the new BSA look pretty good with what they’ve done. They do make excellent small parallel twins, and I’m sure this one is no exception. The Japanese manufacturers have always struggled with designing cruisers, and they seldom come up with something striking. Usually just something to compete with other Japanese cruisers. I don’t want to seem snobbish, being in the US, the home of Harleys and Indians, as neither are my cup of tea, but the American manufacturers do seem to have a better sense of style when designing cruisers.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Alvin 😁 yes, everything is relative 😁

@1990-t1j 3 месяца назад

I prefer offset clocks. Much better-looking than the Rebel. Lighter, too. I have a KTM 390 Duke. I wouldn't mind one of these instead. 18'' front wheel; 16'' rear. Just googled it. Not trying to be clever, but I thought they didn't look big. I like the front cowl. It could do with fatbars. Brilliant rear rack. Thorough review.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks 😁 great bike to ride for sure 😁

@robertmassey807 4 месяца назад

Another bike often looked down upon until it has been "Taymed". Nice one!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂 thanks Robert 😁

@brockett 4 месяца назад

Superb real world ride review TAYM Offset clock to make space for the ignition switch doesn't bother me at all. Kawaski don't make bad bikes do they and it looks like Kawasaki provide the option to remove the pillion seat. What you look like on it, is better than you think. Back in the sixties, a comfortable riding position was thought to be, when the rider's forearm - elbow to wrist is at the same angle as the thigh - hip to knee.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks B 😁 they’ve definitely done a good job on this one 😁

@bally632 4 месяца назад

Nice little bike,you just know that the 2025 model's Will be offered in different colour combinations 🤔. Love how you described the sound at 17.07 "it's pretty Taym"😂😂. Have a great weekend 😀

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 thanks B 😁

@FairladyS130 3 месяца назад

The 21" front wheel is interesting, perhaps it needed a bit more stability than, say, a 19" would. How did it feel at higher speed with some wind blowing?

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks AG 😁 it felt a solid bike, even in the wind at 60/70 mph 😁

@billellis6538 4 месяца назад

Not sure about that clock, not the offset but the thickness of the rim. Would like to see the face bigger and the rim thinner. Did the mirrors work? look like they need longer stems. Other than that a good commuter I suspect.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Surprisingly, the mirrors were really good 😁

@melfzs 4 месяца назад

Morning TAYM, now caught up with the last two mutters! 😅😅 . Cracking bikes these are, my daughter's partners Mum has one , she's a shorty and love's the seat height of it . 👌👍 Cheers Mel 🍻

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Yes, lovely bike to ride 😁 thanks Mel 😁

@wozza59 4 месяца назад

I did sit on one at the bike show last year and it was very comfy to sit on, plus you can choose any colour you like as long as it’s black………………😒

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂 thanks Wozza 😁

@dwheeler016 4 месяца назад

The offset is strange. It is like they planned to use a second one, then forgot.

@gurbie 4 месяца назад

I remember some classic bikes came with off-set clocks… Matchless?

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂 thanks DW😁

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Really🤔 never knew that 😁 thanks G 😁

@MrWhatsHappenin 3 месяца назад

I've hypothesized that it's to make room for a phone stand without interfering with the gauge cluster.

@DCGULL01 4 месяца назад

Thanx TAYM! Not drawn to it, but- clearly, it did everything very well.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks DCG 😁 it certainly did 😁

@tenorbanjoguy 4 месяца назад

Not the first bike I would gravitate to but I now appreciate its appeal. Well done!!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 thanks TBG 😁

@zedcharlie 4 месяца назад

Did you spot the American 2 strokes in the background at the dealer. More torque than a rocket 3. Unfortunately they weigh 100 tons ish 😂

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

I didn’t 🤔 😂😂😂😂 thanks Charlie 😁

@zedcharlie 3 месяца назад

@@TAYM General motors in the railway depot. Class66. Efficient but don't sound brill. V12? 2 stroke diesel

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

@@zedcharlie 😂😂😂

@frankmlchaelglasscock6539 4 месяца назад

No thanks end off what a ugly looking bike

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 just say what you mean, don’t hold back 😂😂😂 thanks Frank 😁

@ruahinesrider 4 месяца назад

Do these have 3 different riding triangles to choose from like the 650 Vulcan to get comfy.A good idea 💡 that & they're very popular bikes.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

I don’t think so🤔 but could be wrong 😁 thanks RR 😁

@sidneyjr1560 3 месяца назад

Onde você comprou esse suporte traseiro para bagagens? Poderia colocar um site ou nome do fabricante?

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

It is standard on the SE version so I imagine it is made by Kawasaki 😁 thanks Sid 😁

@sidneyjr1560 2 месяца назад

@@TAYM no Brasil a SE não vem com esse suporte traseiro...que pena.

@volt8684 4 месяца назад

Soz Taym but looks like a hearse, Matt black offset speedo. Bet it’s gorgeous to ride but can’t accept looks. I know I am probably a minority. I was watching a vlog about development of honda cb series yesterday and all that chrome and spokes on 350/360/500/550/750 pure bike porn for me😂sad old git never got up to date

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 thanks Volt 😁 what’s the name of the channel 😁 sounds like a good watch 😁

@paulwatts905 4 месяца назад

👍👍🏍. Nice, all you need , but bikes aren,t about needs are they 😉

@leeinwis 4 месяца назад

Sometimes they are.

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂😂 thanks Paul 😁 wants😉😂😂

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂

@johnfountain8588 4 месяца назад

Good video vlog This is going to be major competition for the RE 350 simply because of the HP However put the side by side and take a look The RE wins hands down Just my opinion and each to their own Thanks for the ride along 🦩🦩

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Absolutely, but a good alternative 😁 thanks John 😁

@trevjones1315 4 месяца назад

I thought that box by the right hand mirror was a whole tablet not just a usb socket. 😂😂. Love When you do the sense's. If only I could get a woman's perfume that smells like my old ajs I'd constantly be nursing a semi 🤭👍

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂😂 brilliant 😁 can you imagine 😂😂😂 brilliant 😁 odour AJS 😂😂 thanks Trev 😁 I thought it was where they kept the tool kit 😂😂

@berryslokker8949 4 месяца назад

I think it looks good, better than the rebel on wich you would really look like a monkey. Hope in half a year you can review the classic 650. Good review as allways, thanks Taym

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

That would be marvellous wouldn’t it 😁 thanks Berry 😁

@MarkLAdkins01 4 месяца назад

You didn't look too big on it - maybe because of the wheel size? Good ride and an interesting bike. Even if it isn't a Triumph.... 🤣🤣🤣

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks Mark 😁😂😂😂

@adrianstrand1120 4 месяца назад

Looks better than the Honda version TAYM, but I’d have to cover up the ridiculous name on the tank with some black tape, marvellous 🤩

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Exactly 😁 thanks AS 😁

@John_Wilson513 4 месяца назад

Seems ideal except for the incongruous and useless mudguard !! Are aftermarket full mudguards available ?

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks John 😁 yes, those exhaust pipes aren’t going to last too long 😁

@hobnob15 4 месяца назад

Well done TAYM with the variety of bike reviews not one for me I’m afraid I’m a Guzzista as you know 😜 carry on that man Caio for now tat ta 👍🏻

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

Thanks H 😁 something for you next weekend 😁

@Swedenbonnie 4 месяца назад

Rob and I were surprised by this bike during the bikeshow in Sweden, lovely and comfy seating position and great looking. Definitely on the testride list! Thanks Taym, my advice…. Buy it! 🤣 Love the entusiasm in your voice during this review!

@TAYM 3 месяца назад

😂😂😂 thanks Lilian 😁