Across 11 covered model years from 1991 to 2006, the Kawasaki KLE 500 has a listed fuel capacity of 3.96 US gal (15 L). Listed reserve capacity is 0.9 US gal (3.4 L) where supplied.
Kawasaki KLE 500 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki KLE 500 sits around a medium-capacity tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 207 miles (333 km). Reserve capacity is listed as 0.9 US gal (3.4 L) where available.
Medium-Capacity Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 3.96 US gal (15 L) tank is larger than the median among the 39 Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 2.1 US gal (7.94 L).
Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles
Kawasaki KLE 500 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1991, 1992, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.9 US gal (3.4 L) |
| Reserve as % of tank | 22.7% |
| Listed fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L) |
| Engine displacement | 498 cc to 499 cc |
| Wet / running weight | 436.5 lb (198 kg) to 440.9 lb (200 kg) |
| Dry weight | 392.4 lb (178 kg) to 399 lb (181 kg) |
Kawasaki KLE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
| 1992 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
| 2000 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
| 2001 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
| 2005 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | 0.9 US gal (3.4 L) | 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L) | 207 miles (333 km) |
| 2006 | 3.96 US gal (15 L) | — | — | — |
Fuel capacity changes by model year
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
|---|---|
| Estimated full-tank range | 207 miles (333 km) |
| Estimated distance before reserve | 16 miles (258 km) |
| Estimated reserve-only range | 47 miles (76 km) |
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLE 500 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki KLE 500 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 3.96 US gal (15 L).
Did the Kawasaki KLE 500 fuel capacity change by year?
No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 3.96 US gal (15 L).
How much reserve fuel does the Kawasaki KLE 500 have?
Where reserve data is supplied, it is listed at 0.9 US gal (3.4 L). Reserve is included within total tank capacity.
What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki KLE 500?
The supplied figures range from 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L), depending on model year.
How far can the Kawasaki KLE 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 207 miles (333 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.
How far can the Kawasaki KLE 500 travel on reserve?
Where both reserve capacity and fuel consumption are supplied, the mathematical reserve-only estimate is 47 miles (76 km). Treat that as an estimate, not a distance to rely on.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki KLE 500?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki KLE 500 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 498 cc to 499 cc across the model years covered.
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.