Interesting Facts About the Kawasaki ER-5
The Kawasaki ER‑5 is a naked‑bike commuter that debuted in the late 1990s and stayed in production for nearly a decade. It is known for its approachable parallel‑twin engine and has become a popular used‑bike choice for everyday riding.
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Production Run
The ER‑5 was introduced in 1997 and remained in production until 2006, giving it a solid nine‑year lifespan on the market.
Naked Bike with a Parallel‑Twin Engine
Classified as a naked bike, the ER‑5 is powered by a 498 cc parallel‑twin engine and was also sold under the names Twister and ER500.
Successor and Market Value
Kawasaki replaced the ER‑5 with the ER‑6 (later the Ninja 650R). A typical 2001 ER‑5 can be found for around US $1,500 with an average mileage of about 24,700 km.
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