2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

General motorcycle information

Model

Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

Year

2009

Engine and transmission

Displacement

30.39 cubic inches (498.0 ccm)

Engine type

Twin, 4 stroke

Power

Torque

Compression

10.2:1

Bore x stroke

4.52 x 3.54 inches (74.0 x 58.0 mm)

Valves per cylinder

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Cooling system

Liquid

Gearbox

6-speed

Transmission type, final drive

Starter

Electric

Fuel consumption

Top speed

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)

33.0°

Trail

9.14 inches (149.9 mm)

Front tyre

100/90-19

Rear tyre

140/90-15

Front brake

Single disc

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

471.9 pounds (214.1 kg)

Seat height

43.6 inches (714 mm)

Wheelbase

97.3 inches (1595 mm)

Overall length

141.5 inches (2319 mm)

Overall width

50.7 inches (830 mm)

Overall height

68.7 inches (1125 mm)

Ground clearance

7.3 inches (119 mm)

Fuel capacity

4.00 gallons (15.1 litres)

Oil capacity

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