Across 12 covered model years from 1990 to 2002, the Kawasaki EN 500 has listed fuel capacities ranging from 2.91 US gal (11 L) to 3.96 US gal (15 L), depending on model year. Listed reserve capacity is 0.53 US gal (2 L) where supplied.
Kawasaki EN 500 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki EN 500 sits around a compact tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 19 miles (306 km). Reserve capacity is listed as 0.53 US gal (2 L) where available.
Compact Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 2.91 US gal (11 L) tank is smaller than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).
Kawasaki motorcycles
Fuel capacity across model years
This shows the smallest and largest supplied tank capacities for this model.
4 L spread
Kawasaki EN 500 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 2.91 US gal (11 L) to 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.53 US gal (2 L) |
| Reserve as % of tank | 18.2% |
| Listed fuel consumption | 4.9 L/100 km (48 mpg US / 20.4 km/L) |
| Engine displacement | 498 cc to 499 cc |
| Wet / running weight | 440.9 lb (200 kg) to 471.8 lb (214 kg) |
| Dry weight | 410.1 lb (186 kg) to 438.7 lb (199 kg) |
Kawasaki EN 500 fuel capacity by year
A dash means the relevant figure was not supplied for that model year.
| Year | Fuel capacity | Reserve | Listed consumption | Est. full-tank range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | — | — | — |
| 1991 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | — | — | — |
| 1992 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | — | — | — |
| 1993 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | — | — | — |
| 1994 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | 0.53 US gal (2 L) | — | — |
| 1999 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | 4.9 L/100 km (48 mpg US / 20.4 km/L) | 19 miles (306 km) |
| 2001 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
Fuel capacity changes by model year
Grouped values below show where supplied tank, reserve, consumption or calculated-range figures differ across the covered years.
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) to 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
|---|---|
| Estimated full-tank range | 19 miles (306 km) |
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki EN 500 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki EN 500 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 2.91 US gal (11 L) to 3.96 US gal (15 L).
Did the Kawasaki EN 500 fuel capacity change by year?
Yes. Across the supplied comparable years, listed capacity ranges from 2.91 US gal (11 L) to 3.96 US gal (15 L). Check the year table for the exact model year.
How much reserve fuel does the Kawasaki EN 500 have?
Where reserve data is supplied, it is listed at 0.53 US gal (2 L). Reserve is included within total tank capacity.
What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki EN 500?
The supplied figures range from 4.9 L/100 km (48 mpg US / 20.4 km/L), depending on model year.
How far can the Kawasaki EN 500 go on a full tank?
Using the listed tank capacity and listed consumption from the same model-year rows gives an estimated full-tank range of 19 miles (306 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki EN 500?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) to 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki EN 500 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 498 cc to 499 cc across the model years covered.
Is fuel capacity the same as usable riding fuel?
Not necessarily. Published tank capacity is a nominal total capacity. Real usable fuel can vary slightly with filling method, bike angle, tank design and when the low-fuel or reserve system is triggered.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market and equipment. Fuel capacity is a nominal published figure, while calculated fuel weight and range figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Real-world fuel economy and range vary with speed, riding style, load, weather, terrain, tune and fuel level. Confirm critical specifications in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.