2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter 2005


2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
In the late 1940s, Americans turned on their radios to listen to big band music, drove large, powerful cars, and their motorcycles were as stylish as they were functional. The Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Drifter® captures the mood of this era with its low, slung chassis, sculpted fenders and fishtail muffler. But underneath its beauty is the advanced engineering of a modern Kawasaki motorcycle.

General information
Motorcycle name Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter
Year model 2005
Type Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 11299. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.5  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)
Type of engine 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 Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Hydraulic release
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
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 tire 130/90-x16
Rear tire 150/80-x16
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 270 mm (10.6 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 303.9 kg (670.0 pounds)
Seat height 729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall width 980 mm (38.6 inches)
Ground clearance 124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1656 mm (65.2 inches)
Fuel capacity 18.92 litres (5.00 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Black
Starter Electric
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