NEW 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 Review – Worth Buying?

The all-new Kawasaki KLE500 is finally here — but is it actually any good? 00:00 NEW 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 Review – Worth Buying? 01:17 Kawasaki KLE500 Tyres 01:56 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS Switch Off, Switch Gear 05:00 Kawasaki KLE500 Seat Height 05:50 Kawasaki KLE500 Engine Note 06:06 Kawasaki KLE500 0-60 07:05 Kawasaki KLE500 Motorway Riding 09:47 Kawasaki KLE500 General Thoughts and A2 Licence holders 15:02 Kawasaki KLE500 Specs 16:10 Kawasaki KLE500 Stood On Pegs, Skids 18:48 Bridge Motorcycles Exeter 19:20 Stereophonics Neutron Star Collision (Love Is Forever) In this video, Exeter Rider takes the 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 out for a real-world test ride to show what this brand-new adventure bike is really like. No hype — just honest riding impressions on road and off-road. The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 is Kawasaki’s latest entry into the booming lightweight adventure bike market, powered by a 451cc parallel twin engine that delivers smooth, usable power and A2-friendly performance. Built with rally-inspired styling, long-travel suspension, and a proper 21-inch front wheel, this is a serious dual sport designed for both everyday riding and off-road exploration. With features like fuel injection, assist & slipper clutch, and a comfortable upright riding position, the new KLE500 is aimed at riders looking for a simple, capable, and affordable adventure bike. But how does it actually feel to ride? In this video, Exeter Rider takes the Kawasaki KLE500 out to show what it’s really like — from road comfort and handling to how it performs when the tarmac ends. If you're thinking about buying a 2026 Kawasaki KLE500, or comparing it to bikes like the Himalayan 450 or KTM 390 Adventure, this review will help you decide if it's the right bike for you.Thank you for your support in watching the exeter-rider channel Please "like" any video you watch because it helps a lot! If you would like to support the channel then you can "Buy Me A Coffee" which would mean a lot to me via this link here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/exeter Link here for the podcast site where you can find all the normal stations https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105814/share Exeter Rider Podcast - you can listen via website here https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105814 Instagram/Follow me to see what's coming up @exeterrider3 Business Enquiries email - [email protected] Product links I use for filming and parts on my bike - Great value intercoms at £40 each https://amzn.to/2V5e12J WD-40 chain wax https://amzn.to/34M3rkM USB charger https://amzn.to/3Sfy9xg Folding mirrors https://amzn.to/3RXErA7 The link to buy your ACF-50 is here The best option here for Spray gun https://amzn.to/40aCxjN #KawasakiKLE500 #KLE500 #2026Motorcycles #AdventureBike #FirstRide #MotorcycleReview #DualSport #ExeterRider #NewBike #A2Bikes The link to buy your ACF-50 is here----- ACF-50 Motorcycle And Automotive All Metal Anti-Corrosion Spray 369ml https://amzn.to/2wcK8V5 https://amzn.to/3cXxslD Workshop Tools - Battery optimizer 36.99 https://amzn.to/2Zh5Nq2 Amazon socket set (Really Good!) https://amzn.to/3tdd5sb Silverline Spanner set https://amzn.to/33zV4Jk Extensive Amazon socket set https://amzn.to/3o5JUFH🎵 Copyrighted music licensed from Lickd. https://lickd.co Neutron Star Collision (Love Is Forever) [Soundtrack Version] by Muse, https://t.lickd.co/l/wkLbeaAzqpe