Kawasaki Philippines launches 2026 leisure bikes and introduces the Ninja 650, Z1100 SE, and the all-new KLE500 adventure series today
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The fusion of high-octane, masterful craftsmanship, and raw performance is here. Kawasaki Motors Philippines officially pulled the sheet off its 2026 Leisure Bike lineup this afternoon. Hosted by Justin Carino, the exclusive event, “The Art of Power,” has transformed a traditional product launch into a curated lifestyle gallery. Complete with a live string quartet and a deep dive into the “soul” of the machine.
The Vision: Beyond the Ride
Senior Manager for Sales and Marketing, Mr. Carl Sevilla, opened the program by signaling a strategic pivot for the brand. “We’re placing greater focus on lifestyle,” Sevilla noted, emphasizing that the 2026 fleet is designed to reflect the identity and craftsmanship of the modern rider, moving beyond simple technical capability.
The 2026 Fleet: A Precision Powerhouse
The Gateway Icons: The Ninja 650 returns as the definitive “first big league” bike with refreshed, dynamic colors. It is joined by the Z650S, which embraces Sugomi styling—an aggressive Japanese design philosophy inspired by the presence of a Great Samurai.
The Adventure Revolution: Stealing the spotlight were the KLE500 and the KLE500 SE Adventure Alpha-5. These 451cc rally-inspired machines are Kawasaki’s answer to the demand for lightweight, “built-to-lead” freedom, featuring high-tensile trellis frames and full-color TFT displays.
The Heavyweights: For those who command the peak, Kawasaki introduced the Z1100 SE, an evolution of the Z1000 legacy featuring a larger engine displacement.
The Racing Legend: The Ninja ZX-4RR closed the show, boasting new winglets that generate 25% more downforce, a direct gift from the Kawasaki Racing Team’s championship DNA.
Official prices of the new 2026 models:
- Ninja 650: PHP 456,500
- Z650S: PHP 439,000
- KLE 500: PHP 341,000
- KLE 500SE: PHP 381,000
- Z1100 SE: PHP 735,000
- Ninja ZX-10R: PHP 1,029,800
A Local Commitment
In a standout moment of the afternoon, Kawasaki Motors Philippines President, Mr. Isao Sudo, addressed the crowd in pure Tagalog, reinforcing the brand’s deep connection to the Filipino riding community. “Ito ay simula lamang,” Sudo remarked, toast in hand, promising that 2026 will be a year defined by performance and passion.
The event concluded with an open floor, inviting media and dealer partners to get “closer to the art” as the good times officially began to roll.
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