2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic
Year
2009
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
89.70 cubic inches (1470.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
-
Torque
84.61 pound-foot/lbf-ft (114.71 Nm / 11.70 kgf-m) at 2800 RPM
Compression
9:1
Bore x stroke
6.22 x 5.49 inches (102.0 x 90.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
10.07 inches (165.1 mm)
Front tyre
130/90-16
Rear tyre
150/80-16
Front brake
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
18.31 inches (300.0 mm)
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
16.48 inches (270.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
659.0 pounds (298.9 kg)
Seat height
42.8 inches (701 mm)
Wheelbase
101.7 inches (1666 mm)
Overall length
152.8 inches (2504 mm)
Overall width
60.8 inches (995 mm)
Overall height
69.6 inches (1140 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
5.00 gallons (18.9 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information