Kawasaki 500 H1
€18,000
19758,000 km
Bilthoven, UT
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Kawasaki
500 H1
Classic · 498 cc
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- Engine
- 498 cc
- Power
- 60 hp
- Weight
- 174 kg
- Price range
- €17,550 – €17,950
- Avg. mileage
- 4,941 km
- Common year
- 1975 · 2 motorcycles
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500 H1 at a glance
Quick reference values. Model year, generation and trim can differ.
Displacement
498 cc
Power
60 hp · 44 kW
Torque
59 Nm
Category
Classic
Specifications
- Displacement
- 498 cc
- Power
- 60 hp · 44 kW
- Torque
- 59 Nm
- Weight
- 174 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 15 l
- Top speed
- 190 km/h
- Production
- 1969 – 1975
- Category
- Classic
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Generations and editions
Features and handling differ by generation. Use this overview to find the right version.
2 variants
Years
1972 - 1975
H1D/H1E 1972-1975
GenerationLater H1s received chassis and brake updates that improve usability without losing the triple’s character. Check that correct year-specific parts remain fitted.
498 cc60 hp3 cyl.
Years
1969 - 1971
H1 Mach III 1969-1971
GenerationThe early Mach III is the lightest and rawest version, with a short swingarm and limited braking reserve. It mainly suits collectors who value originality.
498 cc60 hp3 cyl.
About this model
About the Kawasaki 500 H1
The Kawasaki 500 H1 Mach III is an air-cooled 498 cc three-cylinder two-stroke built from 1969 to 1975. It became famous for strong mid-range and top-end power, low weight and a chassis that only partly kept pace with it. An early H1 feels raw and immediate: three carburettors, kick-starting and the distinctive triple exhausts are central to the experience. Later H1D and H1E versions gained changes including a longer swingarm, improved brakes and engine revisions, but they remain highly characterful classic two-strokes.
This is a collector and enthusiast motorcycle, not a sensible first classic for an inexperienced rider. A well-set-up H1 is exciting on short rides and at events, but demands respect for stopping distances, tyres and riding style. Buy on condition and originality: correct carburettors, exhausts, oil pump and frame parts matter. A documented rebuild by a two-stroke specialist is worth more than attractive cosmetics without records.
- Category
- Classic
- Production
- 1969 – 1975
- Power
- 60 hp
- Weight
- 174 kg
Before you buy
What to check before buying
- Verify documented work to the crankshaft, seals and oil pump; air leaks or incorrect lubrication can cause severe engine damage.
- Check that all three carburettors are synchronised and correctly jetted; hesitation or detonation is a warning sign.
- Inspect the frame, swingarm bushes, steering head and shocks for play; the standard geometry needs a tight chassis.
- Check front brake, brake lines and tyres are modern and safe before a test ride.
- Match frame and engine numbers to the model year, and ask about exhaust and bodywork provenance; reproduction quality varies greatly.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the Kawasaki 500 H1
What does a used Kawasaki 500 H1 cost?
A used Kawasaki 500 H1 costs €17,750 on average. Most cost €17,550 to €17,950. This is based on 2 motorcycles for sale now.
How many used Kawasaki 500 H1 are for sale?
MotorMonitor now compares 2 used Kawasaki 500 H1 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.
What year and mileage does an average used Kawasaki 500 H1 have?
The average used Kawasaki 500 H1 is from 1975 and has done about 4,941 km.