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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter |
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Year model
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2005 |
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Type
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Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 11299. 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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Engine size
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1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
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Compression
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9.0:1 |
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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. Keihin CVK40 |
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Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
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Ignition
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Digital |
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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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Clutch
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Hydraulic release |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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High-tensile steel, double cradle |
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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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Dual air-assisted shocks |
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Front tire
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130/90-x16 |
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Rear tire
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150/80-x16 |
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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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303.9 kg (670.0 pounds) |
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Seat height
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729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1115 mm (43.9 inches) |
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Overall width
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980 mm (38.6 inches) |
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Ground clearance
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124 mm (4.9 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1656 mm (65.2 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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18.92 litres (5.00 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Black |
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Starter
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Electric |
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(90.7 out of 100)