Test Ride: 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 450 SE

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Kevin ( ‪@ExcelsiorDDZ‬ , Bikes.and.Pizza on IG) let me test ride his new 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 450 SE to get my opinion on it. This was a very short test ride, but I came away with some quick views about it. Skip around with the chapter markers below.
The Eliminator's ergonomics are subjectively better than the Rebel 500's because of the roomier handlebar and footpeg placements. The rider triangle feels more comfortable and neutral. The Eliminator's factory seat is also significantly more comfortable than the Rebel's plank. Unfortunately, the Eliminator's buzzy handlebars and footpegs are noticeably worse than the Rebel's, so that zeroes the comfort benefits, in my opinion.
I think the Eliminator looks better than the Rebel... it's lower and more sleek. The Rebel's huge fuel tank looks out of place on the 500 and 1100 and doesn't blend into the lines of the bike, where the Eliminator's tank looks like it belongs there. However, I prefer the Rebel's lower rear fender for that bobber aesthetic. The Eliminator's taller tail looks bulky to me... but those are my subjective opinions.
The Eliminator's speedometer is extremely optimistic... a whopping 10%! That's the worst I've seen on any modern motorcycle, particularly with digital instrumentation. Kawasaki's "RIDEOLOGY" smartphone app is the one bonus over current Honda offerings. I couldn't demo that feature during this quick ride, but it's very impressive from what Kevin showed me on his phone. The app can record the bike's telemetry during rides, including GPS location, speed, throttle position, gear position, and other engine metrics. You can replay the ride and watch it on a map with real-time telemetry. That's cool for stats geeks like myself!
Is the Eliminator 450 SE worth $7249 MSRP? Is it "better" than the Honda Rebel 500 ABS SE for $6999 MSRP? Unknown on both accounts. I'd need more saddle time on the Eliminator to see how it compares to my Honda CB500-series bikes. My first instinct is NO. I think the Eliminator needs a few upgrades to be on par with the Honda, and that's more $$$ on top of the already high MSRP.
The Eliminator feels less refined than the Rebel 500 in terms of road feel and handling, and its engine is busier (buzzier) than the Honda. However, the Eliminator looks "better" and its ergonomics will suit taller riders better than the Rebel.
T-Rex Racing catalog for the Eliminator 450: www.t-rex-racing.com/category...
T-Rex Racing windshield: www.t-rex-racing.com/2023-Kaw...
T-Rex Racing no-cut frame sliders: www.t-rex-racing.com/2024-Kaw...
T-Rex Racing adjustable floorboards: www.t-rex-racing.com/2024-Kaw...
T-Rex Racing heel-toe shifter: www.t-rex-racing.com/2024-Kaw...
Part numbers and links to the CRG Hindsight LS folding mirrors:
Qty 1: CRG Hindsight left mirror (Part number: HSLS-200-L) : amzn.to/2SihYzt
Qty 1: CRG Hindsight right mirror (Part number: HSLS-200-R) : amzn.to/36qYjp7
Qty 2: CRG bar-end adapter (Part number: 0641-0013): amzn.to/2HJcgo2
Time indexes:
0:00 Quick overview of the bike and Kevin's modifications
2:34 Low center of gravity feels good, but rear suspension is too soft
4:00 Speedometer reads 5-6 mph optimistic at 60 mph
6:48 Dragy GPS discussion
7:30 Quick walkaround and acceleration runs
9:05 Rear suspension needs stiffer springs, not completely sure-footed on the road
10:23 More thoughts on the speedometer discrepancy
12:11 Final thoughts with Kevin, stiffer rear springs are mandatory!
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2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 450 SE
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@kartikshankar5790 2 ай бұрын

Hello Quasi.. Nice to see you back.. Hope you have completely recovered and back in action. Greetings from Karthik, India

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

👊 Thanks for the support! 😉👍 --QM

@gurbie 2 күн бұрын

“It just started flashing, so I should have enough gas”… Famous last words 😆

@zorlacmc 2 ай бұрын

Good to see you back! Here in Australia the regulation is for zero tolerance under and up to 10% over for a speedometer, with most manufacturers aiming for ~5% to be safe.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Greetings from the USA! I think the regs are similar here in the States regarding speedometer accuracy. I just find it odd that the Kawi is so far off while my Hondas (world bikes) are dead accurate within 1 mph of GPS at all speeds. Curious. BTW... do your toilets really flush anti-clockwise down under? Cheers, mate! 🤣👍 --QM

@rfl35 Ай бұрын

good to see you back I hope you are feeling much better !

@Matthewsmith-2024 Ай бұрын

Excellent video, and very nice bike. I've had mine for a few months now, and it's great on twisty roads as well as getting me to and from work.

@astro61362 2 ай бұрын

I really like the look of this bike and went up to the Yamaha dealer up here on 1960 in Northwest Houston and actually sat on it. It just felt to me like a Rebel and when I was bike shopping the Rebel was my first choice until I sat on it. I ended up buying a Royal Enfield Meteor 350 instead mainly because it fit me much better. I think the younger crowd is more drawn to this seating position of the Eliminator and the Rebel.

@roywalls5595 2 ай бұрын

Thank you again for awesome videos Mr Aaron and I hope you doing well too!🙏🍺

@NoFrictionZone 2 ай бұрын

Nice looking bike, but even nicer to see you up and running. Congratulations!

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

👊 Thanks for the support! 😉👍 --QM

@andrewsipling2531 2 ай бұрын

I bought the standard non Abs version of this bike and I love it. My first bike, lots of fun, and it's low enough for my short legs to walk it if i need too. I've put 500 miles on it in the last 2 weeks and plan on a lot more.

@CiBi1968 2 ай бұрын

Welcome back Quasi.... not sure on the heel toe shifter ... or the vibes . But bike looks o.k 👌

@andregrastyan3403 2 ай бұрын

Hi. Good video thanks. I hope you are better now. I sold my Honda Rebel 1100cc DCT and got the new Honda Scrambler CL 500cc. I watched Life of Burch video on it. I love it a lot. I'm glad you tested this Kawasaki 450 because some people recommend it, but I think now the Honda Scrambler was the right decision for me.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! I think the Honda CL500 is a "better" machine overall compared to the Eliminator. The CL's ergonomics are neutral, and that 471cc parallel-twin engine is legendary with over a decade of service in multiple platforms. Just curious... why did you sell the Rebel 1100 DCT? Was there something in particular that didn't fit you? 🤔 --QM

@andregrastyan3403 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard Thanks for your response. I agree. I finally saw the Kawasaki in the store. Looked a little cheep and hated the way the exost comes out from the engine. Very spaghetti messy design.

@blankdavis4904 2 ай бұрын

The random Vitas 7th element at the very end "Ahhhh ahh ahhh" lol. Good looking bike. 5mph discrepancy is little to be desired though. Hopefully easy fix! Glad to see you riding again brother!

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

I use that as my notification alert on the phone.

@DsanRides 2 ай бұрын

I’ll comment the same thing again. It’s great to see you come back from that crash ✌️

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

👊 Thanks for the support! 😉👍 --QM

@hvymax 2 ай бұрын

I had to put a 600lb spring on my KLR and raising links to get it where I needed it.

@THR33SIXX3MPYR 2 ай бұрын

Hey Quasi, my 2021 Trail 125 was off by a similar amount on stock gearing, when I went one tooth lower in the front, it was even worse, showing 68 indicated at 62 mph

@staffordvideoproductions5788 Ай бұрын

Wow, what a great review. Nothing we’ve heard from the other corporate reviewers. Low geared, viby, rear suspension possibly needs jacked, speedo off by 10 percent, buzzy motor. Thanks for your analysis.

@weemark67 2 ай бұрын

Nice colour. And the screen, be decent too. No point selling my 500 Rebel for one. I do like your Rebel 1100. I know of a guy that got a dct NC750, found it easier to ride with the dct, due to his health issues. (Subject 017) think his channel is. Your vision mirror of the fly screen looks very helpful for better all round vision😊

@serious_in_seattle6917 2 ай бұрын

I think I want one of these. I sat on one and it’s really comfortable for a super short guy like me.

@andrewsipling2531 2 ай бұрын

I bought mine in January, first bike, and I love it. I'm a 5'3 short fucker myself, and while I can't perfectly flat foot it, it's good enough for me

@VeeDubJohn 2 ай бұрын

Kind of repeating what others are saying, but good see you back on the bikes.

@MrBiggles53 2 ай бұрын

For heel toe shifting you don’t need to get under the front shift lever, you just stomp on the heel shift lever…

@fricekuo 2 ай бұрын

Damn! The bike is exactly what I'm going to build😂, except for the red net.

@charleshunt3806 2 ай бұрын

I forgot which direction it was but on my super cub, the Spomer was not accurate but then when I did the sprocket change that you did on yours, the speedometer was then accurate so that was cool but I really think having the speedometer go up to 80 miles an hour is very optimistic and I do not believe that I will ever get it there. I think the fastest I might’ve gone was 70 downhill. I know I have gone 65 but yeah 80 no

@FrankDux-rq7go 2 ай бұрын

it's a solid commuter. I dig it. I would probably choose this guy over the Rebel.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

The Eliminator's ergonomics beat the Rebel, in my opinion. The Kawi's buzzy, high-revving engine isn't as smooth as the Rebel 500, but that could be tamed with different footpegs and overgrips for the bars. I don't know how the fuel economy compares between the two... that could be a great review challenge. 🤔 --QM

@victorherrero4790 2 ай бұрын

Nice bike and nice video! Between this one, the Honda Rebel 500 and the Royal Einfield meteor 650 which one is the best option?

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Howdy, Victor, and thanks for watching and leaving feedback! That's a tough question to answer because I haven't ridden the RE Super Meteor 650 yet. From my experience with the Rebel 500 and Eliminator 450, then adding the spec sheets for reference, I can say the following: 1. The Rebel 500 is probably the "better" machine in terms of refinement and longevity, but it's cramped ergonomics aren't great for riders over 5'10" tall. Honda is legendary for reliability and resale value, so it's hard to go wrong unless the bike doesn't fit the rider's physical attributes or their intended riding chores. However, the Rebel series (300/500/1100) are known for having rough rear suspension, so that's a sore spot for many owners. 2. The Eliminator 450 is the lightest and probably has the best ergonomics, but the overly-soft rear suspension needs help IMMEDIATELY. The Eliminator's engine is very peaky and buzzy, so it doesn't lend itself toward long-distance touring. The Kawasaki 452cc parallel-twin produces 6 HP more on the dyno (47 HP @ 10.5K RPM) compared to the Honda 471cc mill (41 HP @ 7.8K RPM), but that added power is all up top. The Rebel's engine makes more power and torque at lower RPM's, so it feels a bit less flustered and buzzy. 3. The Meteor 650 might be the most comfortable of the trio (won't know until I ride one). However, it's the heaviest by a long shot at 531 lbs; so that's 123 lbs more than the Rebel and 143 lbs more than the Eliminator (and still 22 lbs heaver than my Rebel 1100 DCT that has double the power). The Meteor's 650cc engine has the most torque, but it'll need it to haul the extra weight. 4. Horsepower and torque between these three isn't as big of a spread as you might think: - Rebel 500: 41 HP, 30 lb-ft torque (dyno test: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nNRgi7eetpq7nYk.html ) - Eliminator 450: 47 HP, 29 lb-ft torque (dyno test: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oN91gpR8l7HHhps.html ) - Super Meteor 650: 46 HP, 39 lb-ft torque (manufacturer claim, expect -20% actual) Here are quick links to the bikes' spec sheets for reference: - 2024 Honda Rebel 500: powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/cruiser/rebel-500/specifications - 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 450: www.kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/eliminator/Cruiser/Eliminator/2024-eliminator#specs - 2024 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650: www.royalenfield.com/content/dam/royal-enfield/usa/motorcycles/super-meteor-650/royal-enfield-super-meteor-650-technical-specifications.pdf Cheers, and good luck shopping! I hope you find a good fit! 😉👍 --QM

@victorherrero4790 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard hello!! Thanks for the detailed answer. It helped a lot. I an a "new rider"....been riding the last 4 years. My first bike was a Suzuki Vstrom 250, little Sport Touring bike with the Inazuma engine, it was a great bike to start. After riding on highway I realized that I needed more power for overtakes and hills so I sold it and went to buy a Suzuki Vstrom 650, a damn all around bike, enough power, reliable, amazing. I sold it cuz I needed money. Now I wanted a little cruiser / bobber mid engine bike and this 3 were on mu shortlist..I am 6 ft tall and around 185 lbs. A friend of mine told me just what you said that the eliminator and rebel were short and could make me feel cramped. So now I want back a Sport Adventure bike again...so I been checking reviews and videos for the Himalayan 450 and the Cf Moto MT 450 MT. Any thoughts? Thanks.

@arthurbent5899 2 ай бұрын

Aside from gearing it could also be tire/ rubber size discrepancies.

@Chris64France Ай бұрын

I tried this bike yesterday and I loved it (engine, gearbox, lightweight, style, price). I think it would be better to install a output gearbox pinion + 1 tooth

@QuasiMotard Ай бұрын

Agreed! I think a +1T countershaft sprocket would reduce the frantic buzz of the engine just enough to feel "normal". 😉👍 --QM

@AnthonyScottGames 4 күн бұрын

We need an in line 4. The real eliminator

@hankwojo 2 ай бұрын

Great video and review! I have a few thoughts. I have a 2023 Kawasaki Versys X300. My speedo has the same optimistic "feature" as the Eliminator. A few years ago I had a V-Strom 650 with the same "feature". My Honda machines appear to be more accurate in the speedo department. The engine in the Eliminator sounds real good at least in this video. I think it would be a great replacement for the 296cc twin that's currently in the Versys X300. BTW, my X300 is a real high rever also, but it appears to like it.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, Henry! I've noticed the same speedo behavior with all of my Hondas... nearly identical to GPS speed in all cases. I'm curious to know if the odometer is also optimistic. That would be a Bad Thing in my opinion because it would depreciate the vehicle faster than necessary, and mileage also affects some insurance premiums. Just a thought. The Eliminator 450's engine sounds good, but I think an aftermarket exhaust would make it sound a bit less like a sewing machine. Otherwise, this new 450 feels more lively in the low and midrange than the original 400; it feels like it has more torque than the Ninja 400 and Z400 that I rode previously. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@hankwojo 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard I always ride with my Zumo XT aboard. Not necessarily to get me to a destination, but to use it as a reference to get an idea of where roads go that I see on my current ride. Also if the ride was really interesting, I download the GPX file and peruse it on a map. But the main point here is I always reset trip 2 on the Zumo before I leave the house and compare the Zumo trip 2 to the bike speedo trip 2. Even though the speedo mph was off, the odometer was within a mile or two. I considered that close enough. The same with my KIA Sportage. The Kia speedo matches the Zumo speedo. However, there is a miles or two difference in the odometer readouts. I'm talking all day rides here in both cases, at least 150 miles or so. I think the odometer readings for both the car and bikes are close enough.

@suzyamerica4679 2 ай бұрын

My gen1 Versys 650 has the same "feature". Going +1 on the front sprocket made the speedo dead-on (as measured by GPS) but now the odo is off.

@hankwojo 2 ай бұрын

@@suzyamerica4679 Which way is the ODO off? Are you clocking more miles than you have actually gone or less?

@suzyamerica4679 2 ай бұрын

@@hankwojo It's now showing fewer miles than it should be, so I have notes in the maintenance log and correcting to actual mileage. Also it has a replacement engine so I'm keeping a mileage track for that too :) However the speedo is now dead-on and I love that part of it. Tires are PR4s.

@chukwumanwabasili9864 2 ай бұрын

Just curious, where can I get the Windshield?, I recently got an eliminator and want a Windshield like that. Thanks

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

You can find all of the product links in the video description! 😉👍 --QM

@mlbabineaux 2 ай бұрын

Speedo on the CB1100 is dead nuts on.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Yep, all of my Hondas are dead accurate within 1 mph of GPS at all speeds. 😉👍 --QM

@marchampson006 2 ай бұрын

Aaron is the speedo a cable or electronic type input! That is way out and if that run over here in England could land a ticket being that far out, Marc In Bletchley G6XEG

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

Speedo is digital and will be getting a speed healer soon enough.

@danasymosky5609 2 ай бұрын

Really cool looking bike! I like the looks of it much more than the Honda Rebel, but I still prefer Honda. Love the orange.

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

I've ridden the 500 and found that bike to be bulkier and quite top heavy. AND the Rebel 500 has no gear indicator (at least the one I rode).

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

@@ExcelsiorDDZ Agreed! The Eliminator's weight balance is better and the CG is lower than the Rebel. I also prefer the Eliminator's aesthetic over the Rebel because the Rebel's tank is HUGE and looks out of place. 😉👍 --QM

@cristimercore3133 2 ай бұрын

where did u get the windshield for kawasaki eliminator 500? I can't find anything on net

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

That was from T-Rex and is the tallest one that I know of at 16 ½"

@HyllustheBarbarian 2 ай бұрын

It's a nice looking bike but I thought speedo discrepancies were problems for Chinese made bikes. Never thought Kawasaki would have these issues. I do like that windshield though. Wondering where Kevin got it or was it included when he purchased the bike? Good stuff.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

All of the accessories are from T-Rex Racing in Dallas, TX. Kevin rode up to Dallas to visit their store in person. He installed the T-Rex windscreen, frame sliders, mini floorboards, and heel-toe shifter. 😉👍 --QM

@gordorox7144 2 ай бұрын

my ninja 400 speedo is almost exactly the same off.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

@@gordorox7144 That makes sense... probably using the same parts bins for both bikes. I wonder if the odometer is inflated the same amount as the speedo (+10%). If wouldn't be too hard to check the odometer with a known length of road and verify with GPS. If the odo is also 10% optimistic, then the added mileage would cause the bike to depreciate faster, no? 🤔 --QM

@javieralvarado5138 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard how did that windshield feel? Been looking to get it maybe and the floor board but after seeing your opinion on the boards maybe not 😂

@PeterCichoszewski 2 ай бұрын

if I recall for XT250 ( my bike atm ) the speedometer error in north americam model is 10% due to drint sprokey being 15 as in asia they get 16 tooth front sproket as we are bigger here on avrage and trhey felt it needs more pulling power ( but not speed? ) . Maybe same for other bikes. My Grom also 10% spedo error. Yahama R3 was 8%. KTM Duke 390 was spot on. A VanVan 200 was 1-2% off .

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Yes, that's correct. My 1008 Yamaha XT250 speedometer was about 6-8% optimistic with the 15T front sprocket. I installed a 16T sprocket, and the speedometer is now within 0.5 mph of GPS. 😉👍 --QM

@secretdaisy6484 2 ай бұрын

I like it. Still have my Ninja 500 🏍️. 👍☮️🌞🩵

@TheKittyClink 2 ай бұрын

GPS speed isn't the most accurate way to measure speed. There's a few conditions and geographic things thag can effect speed, where as location tends to be very accurate. I'm a pilot and I use GPS technology often. And not considered always reliable for speed. But still could be something with the bike. But keep GPS error in mind.

@CB3Pete 2 ай бұрын

So waiting for the Q review on this ride .

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

I'll try to do a more in-depth review and comparison for the Eliminator soon. Maybe we can do a 500-mile road trip to compare relative comfort and fuel economy against a Rebel 500 or another middleweight. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@AntipoloCarandRealty 25 күн бұрын

Why is GPS more reliable than speedometer? Speedo is directly measuring the wheel speed which is almost instantaneous compared to GPS where data travel is longer. Please explain.

@QuasiMotard 24 күн бұрын

Most modern motorcycle speedometers aren't directly measuring wheel speed. Instead, they measure countershaft speed (front sprocket shaft) and calculate ground speed based on known gear ratios and the tire circumference. If you change the gearing or tire diameter, then the indicated speed will be incorrect. This is also true for most cars/trucks, but automotive speedometers tend to be more accurate. Modern GPS units (and cell phone GPS receivers) are accurate to +/- 25 feet (horizontal) and 1 mph of actual speed; elevation is less accurate (+/- 150 feet) because the civilian data stream has an intentional skew to prevent misuse. A quick method to verify speed accuracy is to use more than one dissimilar GPS unit (e.g., a cell phone and a dedicated hardware GPS like a Garmin Zumo) to ratify against the speedometer. The GPS units will usually agree with each other within 1 mph, and the speedometer will be optimistic by 5-10%. Some manufacturers are worse than others, like Kawasaki and Yamaha... usually 5-10% optimistic. Honda tends to be accurate within 1% or 1-2 mph at freeway speeds. In the case of this Kawasaki Eliminator, the manufacturer has chosen to display the maximum deviation allowed by federal law (NHSTA and DOT regulations allow for -0% under actual speed and up to +10% over actual speed). Many owners of the Kawasaki Z400 and other similar bikes have reported identical skew in their speedometers. This is a common liability tactic for the manufacturer to avoid litigation in the event of speeding tickets or injury/fatality accidents (e.g., operator states that the speedometer showed a lower speed than actual). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@AntipoloCarandRealty 24 күн бұрын

@@QuasiMotard Many thanks for this info. Really helpful! Cheers! 👍

@carlputnam7941 2 ай бұрын

How did your hand do with the clutch?

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

My hand was fine on this short ride. The Eliminator has a slipper-assist clutch, so the lever action is very light. I'm unsure how I'll do with my other clutched bikes like the CB500X, Ducati Monster 1100 EVO, etc. Time will tell! 😉👍 --QM

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

I would classify it as a "City Cruiser" after riding it 1K+ miles.

@danielschneider1663 Ай бұрын

Could I get a link for the Wind Screen?

@QuasiMotard Ай бұрын

All of the links are in the video description. 😉👍 --QM

@MotoMuscleChick 2 ай бұрын

Love that orange!

@trailguy 2 ай бұрын

so do all 2024's have the same speedo problem?

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Unknown, but I would assume that's the case. This bike is mechanically stock with only bolt-on upgrades so far. Kevin said he's on the waiting list for a speedo healer to fix the discrepancy. 😉👍 --QM

@ChaosAI24 2 ай бұрын

Well, in Europe most of the cars have a +5 - 6 km/h error, that would be 3.1 - 3.7mph.

@rclines001 20 күн бұрын

Shifting a little early at the start of the video.

@RebelCowboysRVs 2 ай бұрын

I would assume any bike that comes with ABS is using the ABS tone ring for the speedometer. At that point a transmission sensor is an unneeded extra part costing more money. Showing high is pretty common still today thought. The law allows it to be off in that direction but not the other. The Royal Enfield classic 350s are all off by 3 percent as I understand. I would bet all the RE models are. I assume they deliberately program that in to be sure its legal with any tire that fits the factory rims. That bikes error not being a percentage of speed though, I would think has to be deliberately programmed in. "Actual speed + 5mph =shown speed" code of some kind. Having an ABS ring made with 1 less hole in it is a custom option. No aftermarket company will supply that though. To much liability. The trip, being all digital, does not necessarily have the same error, but likely does.

@go5582 2 ай бұрын

hi handsome, what app is your friend using on his phone? is it a samsung or @pple?

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

Android and the app is called DigiHUD.

@simontempler3239 2 ай бұрын

Bring back the 900 !

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Hmm... a reincarnated Eliminator 900 could be interesting if the price was reasonable. Should it have a big parallel twin, or the Z900RS inline-4? 🤔 --QM

@simontempler3239 2 ай бұрын

The inline 4 of course ....there is already enough twins to go around.@@QuasiMotard

@takumisato7126 Ай бұрын

Anybody know the 0 to 60 time on the 2024 Kawi Eliminator?

@spasteroneill9636 18 күн бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdqYYLeSrd_FiXk.html It's a German test channel, they always do acceleration tests 0-100 kph (100 kph = 62 mph), and they needed 5.25 s on the Kawa Eliminator 500.

@takumisato7126 18 күн бұрын

@@spasteroneill9636 that's not bad at all actually

@SillyGeeseINC 2 ай бұрын

Is his speed off, or are all of them off?

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

I think all of the Kawi speedo's are optimistic. Several other viewers have commented about their Eliminators, Ninja 400's, and Z400's saying that their speedometers also read about 5-6 mph higher than actual. 🤷‍♂️ --QM

@SillyGeeseINC 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard That's unfortunate

@BadHorsie2 2 ай бұрын

I would take that bike back to the Kawasaki dealer and have them fix that speedometer

@MrMunchko 2 ай бұрын

shocks are fine check your rear tire pressure

@hvymax 2 ай бұрын

Looks like a Mini Vulcan S.

@uilnosaj 2 ай бұрын

The fuel gauge is off too, it will go between full and half tank.

@ExcelsiorDDZ 2 ай бұрын

The fuel gauge is effected by the tilt of the bike. It can say empty while on kickstand but have a 50% more when upright.

@uilnosaj 2 ай бұрын

@@ExcelsiorDDZThis is not my first bike, the gauge read from haft tank to a full tank and a full tank to a half tank is too drastic. I do not park on a hill, even if the tilt is the issue, it should correct itself as soon as you right the bike. Not after you rode it for a good 30 minute. DOT will not accept this level of miss reading.

@jush7200 2 ай бұрын

My XMAX is also 5 mph optimistic lol 😆

@MotoDash1100 2 ай бұрын

Orange and black? Is Kawasaki going after Harley demographic now?

@Rebel_Canuck 2 ай бұрын

A vibey, Harley-orange, small bore Kawasaki pseudo-cruiser, whose speedometer is out 6 mph, and redlines at 11,000 but the tach goes to 14,000. I’m confused. So many conflicting messages. 🤣

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

You and me both, SIR! The Eliminator's engine likes to rev to the moon, which would be fitting for its previous use in the Ninja 400 and Z400. The additional 50cc's of fury gives it a tad more torque, but it's still peaky and VERY buzzy. I would install a +1T or +2T front sprocket to bring the speedo closer to reality. That would also calm the motor down a few hundred revs to reduce the buzz in the bars and footpegs. Kevin is already kitting it out for medium-distance highway rides, so we'll see how that goes. 😉👍 --QM

@navimaclife 2 ай бұрын

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

@LuckyTown77 2 ай бұрын

So, 8% fuel economy fudge ?

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Good question! I wasn't able to test or verify the odometer accuracy. We might assume that the 10% skew affects the speedo and odometer, but that's not guaranteed. Testing with GPS and known lengths of road would be easy to do. 🤔 --QM

@johnravana3070 Ай бұрын

3rd gear at 19mph? Huh? 🙄

@leeinwis 7 күн бұрын

Wow that speedo is way off.

@ibrahimbaydar8539 2 ай бұрын

Türkiyeye bu renk gelmiyor 😒

@quanwick4516 2 ай бұрын

1+ tooth in the front will fix that speedometer

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Maybe... only if the speed pickup is on the countershaft output. If the speed is calculated with the ABS rings, then larger tire(s) might help. Otherwise, a speedo healer is the only option. 🤔 --QM

@Limewire1984 2 ай бұрын

Yea, when I'm on my Honda CB300F, I hunt for 7th gear all the time. Also, through no fault of your own, a lot of "issues" you have with this bike I think stem from the fact that you own a Rebel 1100. You're spoiled, so-to-speak. If you came from owning a Rebel 300, maybe even the 500, a lot of the issues would be a non-factor. I had a 300cc bike. Yes, it will buzz at highway speed. Yes, I wish I had another gear. Etc. I sold my CB300F to buy / upgrade to a Shadow Phantom [750cc]. I wanted the Rebel 1100, but the chain made me steer clear. I want a commuter with minimal maintenance, and the Shadow Phantom fits the bill. No, I don't need to go fast. Yes, I wish I had a 6th gear. A bigger tank? Maybe 5-gallon. And a fuel gage, haha

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

Point taken, but I wasn't comparing the Eliminator 450 to my Rebel 1100. But remember that I have lots of other small-bore and middleweight bikes in my stable as well. My primary comparison was between the Eliminator 450 and the Rebel 500. I haven't owned a Rebel 500, but I've ridden them many times (500+ miles worth of seat time). I also own two of the CB500 series bikes (2013 CB500F and 2014 CB500X) which share the same engine as the Rebel 500. The Honda 500 engine is much smoother and feels more relaxed than the Eliminator. The Eliminator's ergonomics are significantly better than the Rebel 500, and its weight balance also feels better (lower). The Rebel's odd fuel tank has always looked out of place to me on the 500 and 1100, but the Eliminator's tank blends with the bike's lines better. I agree with you regarding the chain vs shaft drive. I wish that Honda had opted for shaft on the Rebel 1100, or at least a belt drive to reduce chain maintenance. The drawbacks for shaft drive are the loss of power due to the 90° direction changes and the "shaft effect" that can happen under loading/unloading the drive. Unexpected ride height drop in tight corners is no fun... ask me how I know! 😂👍 --QM

@Limewire1984 2 ай бұрын

@@QuasiMotard I see. And yes, now that I'm giving it more thoughts, I do believe you own and operate a Cub. Also I would like to add that maybe the Eliminator IS NOT made for American highways. Perhaps the bike can excel on roads with lower speed(s).

@news603redux 2 ай бұрын

Fugly, looks ridiculous compared to the old Eliminators {I had one}. Stupidly expensive for what it is and those frame tubes under the tank look like crash bars on Indian bikes. Ugh.

@QuasiMotard 2 ай бұрын

I owned two of the old-school Eliminators (600 and 1000). Those were good looking and fun to ride, but the carburetors on mine were always finicky and difficult to keep in sync. At least this engine is EFI and more modern. Looks are always subjective. Even though I own the Rebel 1100, I think the tanks on the Rebel 500/1100 are ugly... like an afterthought. The Eliminator's tank blends into the lines of the bike, but I hate its chunky rear fender. Ups, downs... different strokes for different folks. Prices for ALL bikes are getting ridiculous these days, IMO. 😉👍