2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic Special Edition. Image credits - Kawasaki.
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General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic Special Edition
Model year
2017
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
3.2 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
903.0 ccm (55.10 cubic inches)
Engine type
V2, four-stroke
Engine details
52° V-twin
Power output
48.0 HP (35.0 kW )) @ 5700 RPM
Torque
78.9 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 58.2 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
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. 34 mm x 2 with dual throttles
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc
Driveline
Kevlar-reinforced belt
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double-cradle, steel
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-Trak swingarm, 7 way adjustable spring preload
Rear wheel travel
100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front tire
130/90-16
Rear tire
180/70-15
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter
250 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheels
Wire spoked wheels
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
282.0 kg (621.7 pounds)
Seat height
680 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)
Ground clearance
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1646 mm (64.8 inches)
Fuel capacity
20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Metallic Matte Carbon Gray/Pearl flat Crystal White
Starter
Electric
Factory warranty
12 Month Limited Warranty
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