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Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad 20082008 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| True to its name, Kawasaki’s Vulcan® 1600 Nomad™ is ready to travel and there’s no surprise this ready made touring-cruiser is a popular choice. Highlighted by a strong frame and excellent power from a 95-cubic inch V-Twin, the Nomad also has extensive touring features, a stylish appearance, and excellent riding dynamics. |
| General information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad |
| Year of manufacture | 2008 |
| Type | Touring |
| Price as new | US$ 12999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.8 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 1552.0 ccm (94.70 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | V2, four-stroke |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0 x 95.0 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | TCBI dual plug with digital advance |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | High-tensile steel, double cradle |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in. |
| Rear suspension | Dual air-assisted shocks with four-way rebound damping / 3.9 in. |
| Front tire | 150/80-x16 |
| Rear tire | 170/70-x16 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 350.2 kg (772.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 719 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1506 mm (59.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2515 mm (99.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 1039 mm (40.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1689 mm (66.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Metallic Diablo Black, Two-Tone: Metallic Ocean Blue / Neutron Silver, Two-Tone: Candy Fire Red / Metallic Diablo Black |
| Starter | Electric |
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| Further information | |
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| Ask questions | Join the 08 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad discussion group or the general Kawasaki discussion group. |
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