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General information |
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Model
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic |
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Model year
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2006 |
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Category
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Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 9799. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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3.5 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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V2, four-stroke |
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Torque
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113.8 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 83.9 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM |
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Compression
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8.6:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. 2 x DFI with Keihin 46mm Throttle Bodies |
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Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
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Ignition
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TCBI with Digital Advance |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Rake (fork angle)
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32.0° |
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Front suspension
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41mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork |
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Rear suspension
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Twin Shocks, 5-Way Adjustable Preload |
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Front tire
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130/90-16 |
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Rear tire
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150/80-16 |
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Front brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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300 mm (11.8 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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270 mm (10.6 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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292.1 kg (644.0 pounds) |
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Seat height
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701 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Wheelbase
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1661 mm (65.4 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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15.89 litres (4.20 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Ebony, Ebony/Galaxy Silver |
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Starter
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Electric |
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