2006 Kawasaki VN Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer

Kawasaki VN Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki VN Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer
Year
2006
Category
Cross / motocross
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
94.70 cubic inches (1552.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
67.0 horsepowers (50.0 kiloWatts) at 4700 RPM
Torque
93.68 pound-foot/lbf-ft (127.00 Nm / 12.95 kgf-m) at 2700 RPM
Compression
9:1
Bore x stroke
6.22 x 5.80 inches (102.0 x 95.0 mm)
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
6.08 litres/100 km, 16.4 km/l or 38.7 mpg
Top speed
177.0 kmh (110.0 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
11.23 inches (184.0 mm)
Front suspension travel
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
6.04 inches (99.0 mm)
Front tyre
150/80-M16
Rear tyre
170/70-B16
Front brake
Double discs
Front brakes diameter
18.31 inches (300.0 mm)
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
18.31 inches (300.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
771.6 pounds (350.0 kg)
Wet weight
831.1 pounds (377.0 kg)
Seat height
41.5 inches (680 mm)
Wheelbase
102.8 inches (1685 mm)
Overall length
132.1 inches (2165 mm)
Overall width
49.7 inches (815 mm)
Overall height
77.2 inches (1265 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
5.28 gallons (20.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.82 gallons (3.1 litres)

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