1985 Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1

Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
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Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1

General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1
Year
1985
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
  3.4 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
42.65 cubic inches (699.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
-
Torque
-
Compression
10.3:1
Bore x stroke
5.00 x 4.04 inches (82.0 x 66.2 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
5.22 litres/100 km, 19.2 km/l or 45.1 mpg
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
7.75 inches (127.0 mm)
Front tyre
100/90-19H
Rear tyre
150/90-15
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
482.8 pounds (219.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
96.4 inches (1580 mm)
Overall length
140.0 inches (2295 mm)
Overall width
51.9 inches (850 mm)
Overall height
74.8 inches (1225 mm)
Ground clearance
9.2 inches (150 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.57 gallons (13.5 litres)
Reserve fuel capacity
0.48 gallons (1.8 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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