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Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
Year2008
ModelKawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
StarterElectric
IgnitionDigital TCBI
Fuel controlDOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin CVK32 x 2
Bore x stroke74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Compression10.2:1
Stroke4
Engine typeTwin
Capacity:498.00 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,595 mm (62.8 inches)
Ground clearance119 mm (4.7 inches)
Overall width831 mm (32.7 inches)
Overall length2,319 mm (91.3 inches)
Overall height1,125 mm (44.3 inches)
Seat height714 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight199.1 kg (439.0 pounds)

Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD dimensions and frame

Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions140/90-15
Front tyre dimensions100/90-19
Rear suspensionDual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in.
Front suspension41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Trail150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rake (fork angle)33.0°
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steel

Speed and acceleration

Color optionsEbony
Fuel capacity15.14 litres (4.00 gallons)

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