Kawasaki Eliminator 500 India Launch: 451cc Cruiser Priced at ₹5.76L, Specs Revealed

Kawasaki’s 2025 Eliminator 500 debuts in India at ₹5.76L with a 451cc engine (45 PS), retro styling, and ergonomic design. Includes Bluetooth connectivity via RIDEOLOGY app, dual-channel ABS, but lacks navigation. Competes indirectly with Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650.

By Shailendra Kushwaha Updated: Apr 19, 2025, 09:45 IST

Kawasaki has launched the 2025 Eliminator 500 cruiser motorcycle in India through the CKD route, with a price tag of ₹5.76 lakh (ex-showroom). This is an increase of ₹14,000 over its predecessor, although the bike carries the same design, features, and hardware.

Kawasaki Eliminator 500: Retro Styling & Ergonomics

The Eliminator 500 features a muscular, retro-styled look with a low-slung profile, exposed trellis frame, and round LED headlamp. Traditional touches such as a curved fuel tank, large handlebars, and a 2-into-1 exhaust enhance its retro charm. The bike's 735mm seat height and forward riding position provide comfort for all-size riders, while footpegs set forward of the engine improve ergonomics on extended rides. It is available in a single Metallic Flat Spark Black color worldwide, with copper-colored exhaust pipes and silver heat shields.

Kawasaki Eliminator 500: Performance & Hardware

Propelling the Eliminator 500 is a 451cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin motor developing 45 PS and 42.6 Nm, coupled to a 6-speed gearbox and assist/slipper clutch. The chassis uses a high-tensile steel trellis frame, complemented by telescopic front forks and a swingarm rear suspension. Braking is achieved by 310mm front and 240mm rear discs with dual-channel ABS. It uses 18-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels shod with 130/70 and 150/80 tires, respectively.

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Kawasaki Eliminator 500: Tech & Connectivity

The bike sports a round LCD dash with a tachometer, gear indicator, trip meter, clock, and fuel gauge. While it lacks navigation or riding modes, riders can pair smartphones via Kawasaki’s RIDEOLOGY app for call alerts, maintenance updates, and ride logs.

Rivals & Alternatives

With no straight rivals in India, the Eliminator 500 addresses high-end cruiser fans. Affordability enthusiasts can take their pick at the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 with prices beginning from ₹3.68 lakh.