Kawasaki VN750: history, specs, pictures
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Also called | VN750 Twin (reduced effect), VN 750 Twin (reduced effect), VN750 Twin, VN 750 Twin, VN750-A9 Vulcan 750, VN 750 |
| Production | 1986 - 1994 |
| Engine | v2, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 84.9mm x 66.2mm |
| Top speed | 101 mph (162 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 58.74 HP (43.8 KW) @ 7500RPM |
| Torque | 44.11 ft/lbs (59.8 Nm) @ 5500RPM |
| Fuel system | carburettor. keihin cvk34 x 2 |
| Ignition type | transistorized |
| Battery | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 150/90-15 |
| Wheelbase | 62.2 inches (1580 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 90.35 inches (2295 mm) W 33.46 inches (850 mm) H 48.23 inches (1225 mm) |
| Seat height | 29.53 inches (750 mm) |
| Weight | 491.63 pounds (223.0 Kg) (dry), 244.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.57 Gallon (13.50 Liters) |
| Oil capacity | 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Kawasaki VN750 was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Kawasaki between 1986 and 1994. It could reach a top speed of 101 mph (162 km/h). Max torque was 44.11 ft/lbs (59.8 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 58.74 HP (43.8 KW) @ 7500 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 84.9mm bore x 66.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 749.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi disc.
Chassis
It came with a 100/90-19 front tire and a 150/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The VN750 was fitted with a 3.57 Gallon (13.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 491.63 pounds (223.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 62.2 inches (1580 mm) long.