2000 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi

Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi
Year
2000
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
89.70 cubic inches (1470.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
64.0 horsepowers (47.7 kiloWatts) at 4700 RPM
Torque
83.35 pound-foot/lbf-ft (113.00 Nm / 11.52 kgf-m) at 2800 RPM
Compression
-
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
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
10.80 inches (177.0 mm)
Front suspension travel
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
6.10 inches (100.0 mm)
Front tyre
130/90-R16
Rear tyre
150/80-R16
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
16.48 inches (270.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
643.7 pounds (292.0 kg)
Wet weight
690.0 pounds (313.0 kg)
Seat height
43.9 inches (720 mm)
Wheelbase
101.6 inches (1665 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.23 gallons (16.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.71 gallons (2.7 litres)

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