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Vulcan S, not your average cruiser. Standing apart, with its Parallel Twin engine, unique frame and suspension layout and designed for independent minded riders, Vulcan S does not require the rider to conform to some “herd-mentality”, outdated fashion or lifestyle. Accessible in all senses of the word, the accommodating new Vulcan S encourages you to go Your Way! |
General information |
Model name
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Kawasaki Vulcan S |
Year of manufacture
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2015 |
Type
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Custom / cruiser |
Rating
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3.7 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Twin, four-stroke |
Output
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61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
Torque
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63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM |
Compression
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10.8:1 |
Bore x stroke
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83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection. DFI with two 38mm throttle bodies, with sub-throttles |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
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TCBI with digital advance |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Driveline
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Sealed chain |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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High-tensile steel double pipe perimeter frame |
Rake (fork angle)
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31.0° |
Trail
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119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Front suspension
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41mm telescopic fork |
Front wheel travel
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Lay-down offset rear shock with linkage and adjustable preload |
Rear wheel travel
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81 mm (3.2 inches) |
Front tire
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120/70-18 |
Rear tire
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160/60-17 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. Two-piston calipers. |
Diameter
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300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
Diameter
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250 mm (9.8 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) |
Seat height
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706 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1100 mm (43.3 inches) |
Overall length
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2311 mm (91.0 inches) |
Overall width
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881 mm (34.7 inches) |
Ground clearance
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1575 mm (62.0 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Purple, White, Black |
Starter
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Electric |
Factory warranty
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12 Month Limited Warranty |
Comments
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Limited power version of 35 kW available. |
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