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Kawasaki Vulcan S 20172017 Kawasaki Vulcan S specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| 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and designed for independent minded riders, Vulcan S does not require the rider to conform to some “herd-mentality”, outdated fashion or lifestyle. |
| General information | |
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| Model name | Kawasaki Vulcan S |
| Year of manufacture | 2017 |
| 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 | 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | Twin, four-stroke |
| Output | 61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with two 38mm throttle bodies, with sub-throttles |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 31.0° |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link with 7-way adjustable preload |
| Rear wheel travel | 81 mm (3.2 inches) |
| Front tire | 120/70-18 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-17 |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Dual-piston calipers. |
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1100 mm (43.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2311 mm (91.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 881 mm (34.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1575 mm (62.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Metallic Matte Carbon Grey |
| Starter | Electric |
| Factory warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
| Comments | Limited power version of 35 kW available. |
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| Further information | |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 17 Kawasaki Vulcan S discussion group or the general Kawasaki discussion group. |
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