Kawasaki has launched the 2025 Eliminator 500 cruiser bike in India at a starting price of ₹5.76 lakh (ex-showroom). This is ₹14,000 more than the previous model. However, the price hike does not include any changes in design, features, or hardware.
🔧 Design & Features
The Eliminator 500 is known for its muscular look and powerful road presence. With a classic design that includes a round headlamp, stylish fuel tank, wide handlebar, and LED lights, the bike appeals to cruiser lovers. It has a low seat height of 735 mm, making it comfortable for riders of different heights.
The riding posture is relaxed, thanks to forward-set foot pegs and a scooped rider seat, perfect for long rides. The bike comes in just one colour – Metallic Flat Spark Black, giving it a classy all-black look.
⚙️ Engine & Performance
The bike is powered by a 451cc liquid-cooled parallel twin engine, which produces 45 PS of power and 42.6 Nm of torque. It uses a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch for smoother gear shifts.
The bike is built on a strong trellis frame, with telescopic front forks and a rear swingarm suspension. It gets 18-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels, fitted with wide tyres for better grip.
🛡️ Safety & Tech
Braking is handled by a 310 mm front disc and 240 mm rear disc, with dual-channel ABS offered as standard. The bike features an all-digital LCD display with useful info like speed, fuel level, gear position, and more.
Riders can also connect their smartphones using Kawasaki’s Rideology App to check call alerts, riding logs, and service schedules. However, features like navigation, traction control, and riding modes are not available.
🏁 Competition
The 2025 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 competes with bikes like the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, which starts at a more affordable ₹3.68 lakh (ex-showroom). Still, the Eliminator 500 stands out for its sleek design, cruiser comfort, and powerful engine.
