2001 Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter

Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter
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Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter
Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter
Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter
Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter

General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter
Year
2001
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
49.12 cubic inches (805.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
57.0 horsepowers (42.5 kiloWatts) at 7500 RPM
Torque
44.99 pound-foot/lbf-ft (61.00 Nm / 6.22 kgf-m) at 5500 RPM
Compression
-
Bore x stroke
5.37 x 4.04 inches (88.0 x 66.2 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Carburettor
Cooling system
-
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
170.0 kmh (105.6 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front suspension travel
9.15 inches (150.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
6.10 inches (100.0 mm)
Front tyre
130/90-H16
Rear tyre
140/90-H16
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
542.3 pounds (246.0 kg)
Seat height
46.4 inches (760 mm)
Wheelbase
98.5 inches (1615 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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