GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition vs Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Editionstacks up against the Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition | Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Price | — | $6,599 |
| Engine | 450 cc | 451 cc |
| Weight | — | 174 kg |
| Seat height | — | 870 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 15.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | — | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | — | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 80/100-21 / Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 120/80-19 | IRC GP-410: 90/90-21 (54S) / IRC GP-410: 140/70-17 (66S) |
GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition vs Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition and the Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the GAS GAS GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition brings its published horsepower, while the Kawasaki KLE® 500 ABS counters with its own power figure at 174 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: