sport / default rider 183 cm
Kawasaki KR-1S vs Suzuki RG500 Gamma ergonomics
Kawasaki KR-1S and Suzuki RG500 Gamma have modeled posture scores within three points for the 183 cm default rider. Treat this as a planning estimate; posture preference, data confidence, and a real test sit still matter.
Modeled fit comparison
Kawasaki KR-1S
All contacts reached
Suzuki RG500 Gamma
All contacts reached
The modeled scores are within three points, so the result does not distinguish a higher-scoring bike. Treat the result as a planning estimate and compare each bike's geometry confidence before a real test sit.
Rider fit: reaching the ground
The Kawasaki KR-1S lists a 755 mm seat; the Suzuki RG500 Gamma lists 770 mm — a 15 mm difference. Seat height is only a first-pass ground-reach input. It does not establish safety or actual foot contact. Seat width, suspension sag, boots, mobility, load, and individual proportions can materially change the result.
On seat height alone, the Kawasaki KR-1S has the easier modeled ground reach. Load your measurements into the simulator to compare the model, then verify both motorcycles in person.
Geometry snapshot
| Spec | Kawasaki KR-1S | Suzuki RG500 Gamma |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 755 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,365 mm | 1,425 mm |
| Wet weight | - | - |
| Displacement | 249 cc | 498 cc |
Posture metrics
Knee angle
- Kawasaki KR-1S
- Sport (60.7 deg)
- Suzuki RG500 Gamma
- Sport (60.7 deg)
Hip angle
- Kawasaki KR-1S
- Neutral (99.7 deg)
- Suzuki RG500 Gamma
- Neutral (99.6 deg)
Elbow angle
- Kawasaki KR-1S
- Relaxed (143.3 deg)
- Suzuki RG500 Gamma
- Relaxed (143.3 deg)
Torso lean
- Kawasaki KR-1S
- Forward (25.2 deg)
- Suzuki RG500 Gamma
- Forward (25.5 deg)