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