2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 78.5 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C 69 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 9.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 41 hp (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C) up to 52 hp (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500).
- Torque spans 42 Nm (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C) up to 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500).
- Weight spans 181 kg (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C) to 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500).
- Displacement spans 450 cc (2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C) to 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500).
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| Specification | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | CF MOTO 450 CL-C |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | CF MOTO 450 CL-C |
| Engine size | 500cc | 450cc |
| Power | 52hp | 41hp |
| Torque | 42.6nm. | 42nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 184kg | 181kg |
| Front brake | Single disc with balanced actuation dual pistons | 320mm disc 4-piston J. Juan radial Calipers (ABS) |
| Rear brake | Ø220mm Double piston | 220mm disc J. Juan Calipers (ABS) |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 69cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 M/K 54H | 130/90-R16 (CST) |
| Rear tyre | 150/60R17 M/K 66H | 150/80-R16 (CST) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø41mm | 37mm Inverted Fork Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability | Adjustable Monoshock Absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Chopper – Cruiser |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 190km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km | 12 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5299 | $5899 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -TCS, ABS Standard features -Leather seat, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity -3.6-inch round TFT screen with T-Box. |
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2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C: listed specifications
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 and 2024 CF MOTO 450 CL-C are closely matched in weight and torque, while the Ninja 500 has more displacement and peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Ninja 500 has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).
Peak power
Ninja 500 has a clear listed power advantage (52 hp vs 41 hp).
Torque
Ninja 500 and 450 CL-C have very similar listed torque (42.6 Nm vs 42 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja 500 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 190 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 500 and 450 CL-C have very similar listed weights (184 kg vs 181 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Ninja 500 is listed higher (78.5 cm) than 450 CL-C (69 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, listed top speed and seat height, while torque and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs CF MOTO 450 CL-C?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 190 km/h (118 mph) for CF MOTO 450 CL-C.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 450 CL-C?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 52 hp compared with 41 hp on the CF MOTO 450 CL-C.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 450 CL-C?
CF MOTO 450 CL-C is lighter at 181 kg vs 184 kg for Kawasaki Ninja 500.
Which is better, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 450 CL-C?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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