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|name = | |name = Kawasaki N500 Vulcan | ||
| | |photo=Kawasaki-VN-500-Vulcan-91--1.jpg | ||
|aka = | |aka = | ||
|manufacturer = Kawasaki | |manufacturer = Kawasaki | ||
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|dry_weight = 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs | |dry_weight = 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs | ||
|wet_weight = 169 kg / 372.5 lbs | |wet_weight = 169 kg / 372.5 lbs | ||
|fuel_capacity = 11 | |fuel_capacity = 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|recommended_oil=K-tech 10W-40 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
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==Chassis== | ==Chassis== | ||
It came with a 100/90-19 front [[tire]] and a 140/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300mm disc in the front and a 180mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 36mm Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks preload adjustable,. The N500 Vulcan was fitted with a 11 | It came with a 100/90-19 front [[tire]] and a 140/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300mm disc in the front and a 180mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 36mm Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks preload adjustable,. The N500 Vulcan was fitted with a 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs. | ||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
[[File:Kawasaki-VN-500-Vulcan-91--1.jpg|600px|Kawasaki N500 Vulcan]] | [[File:Kawasaki-VN-500-Vulcan-91--1.jpg|600px|Kawasaki N500 Vulcan]] | ||
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!Max Power | !Max Power | ||
|60 hp / 43.7 kW @ 9800 rpm (rear | |60 hp / 43.7 kW @ 9800 rpm (rear tire 54.2 hp @ 9500 rpm ) | ||
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!Max Torque | !Max Torque | ||
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!Fuel Capacity | !Fuel Capacity | ||
|11 | |11 Liters / 2.9 US gal | ||
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[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]] | [[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]] | ||
Latest revision as of 22:10, 23 November 2019
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| Kawasaki N500 Vulcan | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1994 - 95 |
| Engine | Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Compression ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Ignition | Coil |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Suspension | Front: 36mm Telescopic forks Rear: Dual shocks preload adjustable, |
| Brakes | Front: Single 300mm disc Rear: 180mm drum |
| Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 140/90-15 |
| Weight | 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs (dry), 169 kg / 372.5 lbs (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 10.2:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet Plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 100/90-19 front tire and a 140/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300mm disc in the front and a 180mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 36mm Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks preload adjustable,. The N500 Vulcan was fitted with a 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs.
Photos[edit | edit source]
Overview[edit | edit source]
Kawasaki EN 500 Vulcan / VN 500
| Make Model | Kawasaki EN 500 Vulcan / VN 500 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1994 - 95 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Displacement | 498 cc / 30.4 cy-in |
| Bore X Stroke | 74 х 58 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Compression | 10.2:1 |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Induction | 2x Keihin CVK34 carburetors |
| Ignition | Coil |
| Max Power | 60 hp / 43.7 kW @ 9800 rpm (rear tire 54.2 hp @ 9500 rpm ) |
| Max Torque | 46 Nm @ 8500 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet Plate |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive | Belt |
| Front Suspension | 36mm Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks preload adjustable, |
| Front Brakes | Single 300mm disc |
| Rear Brakes | 180mm drum |
| Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 140/90-15 |
| Dry Weight | 186.0 kg / 410.1 lbs |
| Wet Weight | 169 kg / 372.5 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal |