| General information |
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| Model: | Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter |
| Year: | 2005 |
| Category: | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating: | 70.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Price as new (MSRP): | US$ 11299. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1470.00 ccm (89.70 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2, four-stroke |
| Compression: | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Keihin CVK40 |
| Fuel control: | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition: | Digital |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Hydraulic release |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | High-tensile steel, double cradle |
| Rake (fork angle): | 32.0° |
| Front suspension: | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension: | Dual air-assisted shocks |
| Front tyre: | 130/90-x16 |
| Rear tyre: | 150/80-x16 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 270 mm (10.6 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 303.9 kg (670.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,115 mm (43.9 inches) |
| Overall width: | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,656 mm (65.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 18.92 litres (5.00 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | Black |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Further information |
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(90.7 out of 100)