On June 6, 2023, Kawasaki unveiled the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator in the US market. This new motorcycle is a 451cc parallel twin-engined naked street machine with three variants: Eliminator, Eliminator ABS, and Eliminator SE ABS. Each variant offers different colour options.
Engine
The engine of the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator is based on the Ninja 400 platform but features a 6.8mm longer stroke, resulting in a higher displacement. This configuration provides more torque at lower rev ranges, enhancing low-speed handling. The bike has a six-speed gearbox and an assist and slipper clutch.
Hardware
A lightweight trellis frame designed specifically for the Eliminator houses the engine. It has a 41mm telescopic front fork and twin shocks at the rear, which provide suspension travel of 4.7 inches and 3.1 inches, respectively. The front wheel is 18 inches, while the rear wheel is 16 inches. The front brake features a single twin-piston calliper and a 310mm disc, while the rear brake has a single-piston calliper and a 220mm disc. The ABS variants of the Eliminator come with Nissin ABS.
Eliminator vs VulcanS
The overall design of the Eliminator aims for a long and low profile.
- Its length measures 88.6 inches, slightly shorter than the Vulcan S, while it is narrower at 30.9 inches than the Vulcan S’s 34.6 inches.
- The height of both bikes is the same at 43.3 inches.
- The Eliminator offers a ground clearance of 5.9 inches, whereas the Vulcan S has 5.1 inches.
- The wheelbase of the Eliminator is 59.8 inches, while the Vulcan S measures 62 inches.
- The seat height of the Eliminator is 28.9 inches, while the Vulcan S has a seat height of 27.8 inches.
Weight
The most significant difference between the two bikes lies in their weight. The 2024 Eliminator weighs 388.1 pounds with ABS and 385.9 pounds without ABS. In contrast, the Vulcan S weighs 498.3 pounds with ABS and 491.7 pounds without ABS. Although the Vulcan S is more powerful, there is still a significant weight difference of over 100 pounds between these middleweight street machines aimed at new riders.
In the US market, the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator is available in three variants: Eliminator, Eliminator ABS, and Eliminator SE ABS. The Eliminator SE ABS features a unique headlight cowl, orange colour scheme, graphics, fork boots, and a special seat cover.
The pricing for the US release is as follows:
- 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator: Available in Pearl Robotic White or Pearl Storm Gray, with an MSRP of $6,649.
- 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator ABS: Available in Pearl Robotic White or Metallic Flat Spark Black, with an MSRP of $6,949.
- 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator SE ABS: Available in Candy Steel Furnace Orange and Ebony colourway, with an MSRP of $7,249.
The Eliminator SE ABS is a good option for riders seeking a lightweight, affordable, stylish motorcycle. It is also a good option for riders new to riding, as it has a low seat height and a relaxed riding position.
Here are some of the pros and cons of the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator SE ABS:
Pros:
- Lightweight and affordable
- Stylish design
- Low seat height
- Relaxed riding position
- Powerful engine
- Smooth transmission
- Good handling
- ABS as standard
Cons:
- Not as powerful as some other motorcycles in its class
- Not as comfortable as some other motorcycles in its class
- Not as well-equipped as some other motorcycles in its class
All three variants are currently available at authorized American Kawasaki dealerships. For pricing and availability in other global markets, contacting your local authorized Kawasaki dealer is best.
Conclusion
Overall, the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator SE ABS is a good option for riders looking for a lightweight, affordable, and stylish motorcycle. It is also a good option for riders new to riding, as it has a low seat height and a relaxed riding position.
Source: Kawasaki
