Kawasaki Z500 ABS vs Cagiva T4 500 E (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z500 ABSstacks up against the Cagiva T4 500 E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Z500 ABSCagiva T4 500 E
Model year20261991
Price$5,699
Engine451 cc451 cc
Horsepower38 hp
Weight152 kg
Seat height785 mm
Fuel capacity14.0 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain5-speed
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscExpanding brake
TiresDunlop® Sportmax GPR-300: 110/70-17M/C 54H / Dunlop® Sportmax GPR-300: 150/60-17M/C 66H3.00-21 / 5.10-17

Kawasaki Z500 ABS vs Cagiva T4 500 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z500 ABS and the Cagiva T4 500 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z500 ABS brings its published horsepower in a 152 kg package, while the Cagiva T4 500 E counters with 38 hp.

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: