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Arch 1s vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Arch 1s vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500. Arch 1s: Approximately 122 hp @ 5,900 rpm (note: based on S&S 124ci engine specs, exact tuning may vary per build) hp, Approximately 272 kg (wet/curb weight; note: exact figure varies by configuration) weight, top speed Approximately 193 km/h (estimated; official figure not formally published), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Kawasaki Eliminator 500: 60 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Arch 1s Kawasaki Eliminator 500
Horsepower (hp)
122 hp
60 hp
Torque (Nm)
176 Nm
44 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
272 kg
195 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
Approximately 122 hp @ 5,900 rpm (note: based on S&S 124ci engine specs, exact tuning may vary per build)
60 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
Approximately 176 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (note: estimated based on engine platform)
44 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 193 km/h (estimated; official figure not formally published)
175 km/h
Weight
Approximately 272 kg (wet/curb weight; note: exact figure varies by configuration)
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Estimated 8–10 L/100km (note: official figures not widely published by manufacturer)
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Arch 1s
Arch 1s
8.2/10

"A serious motorcycle wearing a showpiece reputation it doesn't deserve."

Pros
+S&S motor pulls beautifully
+Exceptional bespoke build quality
+Surprisingly capable handling chassis
Cons
Parts availability genuinely problematic
Servicing network almost nonexistent
Previous owners rarely rode them
Kawasaki Eliminator 500
Kawasaki Eliminator 500
7.5/10

"Smart, practical cruiser that punches above its modest price point."

Pros
+Bulletproof Kawasaki parallel twin
+Surprisingly nimble for cruiser
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
Cons
Highway vibration above 75mph
Budget non-adjustable suspension
Cruiser aesthetics feel slightly costume

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