Kawasaki PH unveils the KLE500 adventure bike starting at PHP 341K
Just last month, MotoPinas.com uncovered government documents indicating that a new adventure bike from Kawasaki had already arrived in the country, fueling speculation that Filipino adventure riders wouldn’t have to wait much longer. That speculation has now been confirmed, as Kawasaki Motors Philippines has officially launched its newest entry-level adventure motorcycle, the Kawasaki KLE500, with a starting SRP of PHP 341,000.
First unveiled globally at the 2025 EICMA, the Kawasaki KLE500 has quickly captured the attention of adventure riding enthusiasts. Kawasaki is also clearly targeting some of the biggest names in the segment, like Honda’s NX500, CFMOTO’s 450MT, Triumph’s Scrambler 400 X, and KTM’s 390 Adventure R, with the new adventure bike showing the company’s intent to take a solid position in the fast-growing entry-level adventure motorcycle market.
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Powered by a 451cc fuel-injected parallel-twin engine, the KLE500 comes equipped with an Assist & Slipper Clutch, selectable ABS, KYB suspension, spoke wheels, and a high-tensile steel trellis frame engineered for versatility across varied terrain. Its 16-liter fuel tank and smartphone integration via the Kawasaki Rideology App further enhance its capabilities for long-distance exploration.
For riders seeking an elevated touring experience, the KLE500 SE introduces premium upgrades, including handguards, a larger windshield, expanded three-case luggage capacity, a full-color TFT instrument panel, and additional Ergo-Fit adjustments, transforming the platform into a fully adventure-ready, refined touring companion. SRP for the KLE500 SE is PHP 381,000. Showroom availability will be within Q1 2026.
