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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic - 2009 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
Year2009
ModelKawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance
Fuel controlSOHC
Fuel systemInjection. DFI with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Compression9.0:1
Torque114.71 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.6 ft.lbs) @ 2800
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1470.00 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions150/80-16
Front tyre dimensions130/90-16
Rear suspensionTwin Shocks, with five-way adjustable preload / 3.4 in.
Front suspension41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Trail165 mm (6.5 inches)
Rake (fork angle)32.0°
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity18.92 litres (5.00 gallons)
Wheelbase1,666 mm (65.6 inches)
Overall width996 mm (39.2 inches)
Overall length2,504 mm (98.6 inches)
Overall height1,140 mm (44.9 inches)
Seat height701 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight298.9 kg (659.0 pounds)
 
 

Other specs

Color optionsEbony, Two Tone: Candy Cardinal Red / Pearl Crystal White

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