2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic

Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic 2008


2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
Featuring clean lines and an uncluttered look, the Vulcan® 900 Classic is ideal for cruising purists. The well balanced mid-size cruiser offers riders the look and feel of the larger V-twins, without the hefty size and price.

General information
Model Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
Year model 2008
Type Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.6  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 903.0 ccm (55.10 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Torque 82.4 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.8 ft.lbs) @ 3700 RPM
Top speed 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Compression 9.5:1
Bore x stroke 88.0 x 74.2 mm (3.5 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition TCBI with Electronic Advance
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 32.0°
Trail 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Front suspension 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Front wheel travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear suspension Uni-Track® swingarm
Rear wheel travel 104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front tire 130/90-16
Rear tire 180/70-15
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 272 mm (10.7 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 272 mm (10.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 253.1 kg (557.9 pounds)
Seat height 681 mm (26.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1064 mm (41.9 inches)
Overall length 2464 mm (97.0 inches)
Overall width 1006 mm (39.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1646 mm (64.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Oil capacity 3.70 litres (3.91 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Ebony, Candy Cardinal Red, Candy Caribbean Blue, Metallic Titanium
Starter Electric
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 10W-40
Belt width 14 mm
Tire pressure front 28 PSI (1.9 Bar or 193 kPa)
Tire pressure rear 32 PSI (2.2 Bar or 221 kPa)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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