| Attribute | Kawasaki 500 H1 × | DKW SB 500 1937 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1969 | 1937 |
| Make | Kawasaki | DKW |
| Model | Kawasaki 500 H1 | DKW SB 500 |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line three, two-stroke | Twin, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Mikuni 28mm | Carburettor. Amal |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498 | 493.9 |
| Power (kw) | - | 10.9 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 60 | 68 |
| Stroke (mm) | 50 | 68 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | - |
| Clutch | - | Oil bath multidisc |
| Compression | - | 5.7:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Rear suspension | - | Rigid |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.5-19 |
| Rear tyre | 4.-18 | 3.5-19 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 174 | 165 |
| Power/weight ratio | - | 0.0661 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 190 | 115 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 15 | 13 |