Kawasaki VN2000 Vulcan Classic LT
Kawasaki VN2000 Vulcan Classic LT | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2006- 07 |
Class | Cruiser |
Engine | Four stroke, V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder |
Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
Ignition | Digital |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Frame | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
Suspension | Front: 49 mm telescopic fork. Rear: Swingarm with mono-shock, rebound damping 8-way Spring preload adjustable |
Brakes | Front: 2x 300mm discs 4 piston calipers Rear: Single 320mm disc 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 150/80 R16 |
Rear Tire | 200/60 R16 |
Wheelbase | 1735 mm / 6.8.3 in |
Length | 2535 mm / 99.8 in |
Seat Height | 787 mm / 31.0 in |
Weight | 361.1 kg / 790 lbs (dry), |
Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder. The engine featured a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 150/80 R16 front tire and a 200/60 R16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 300mm discs 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single 320mm disc 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 49 mm telescopic fork. while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm with mono-shock, rebound damping 8-way Spring preload adjustable. The VN2000 Vulcan Classic LT was fitted with a 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 361.1 kg / 790 lbs. The wheelbase was 1735 mm / 6.8.3 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT
The 2006
Vulcan 2000
Limited includes a
color-matched chassis,
plus the Vulcan
insignia etched
on the right
side of the
airbox to denote
its special
status. A high-quality,
two-tone paint
job on the
tank and fenders
gives it a
mood of
reserved elegance.
The Vulcan
2000 Limited also
features more
chrome on the
engine, clutch
cover, inner cam
covers and
transmission cover, compared
to the Vulcan
2000. Plus, the
chrome-plated wheels
and a
chrome-plated rear drive-belt
pulley reflect
even more of
the bikes
strength and beauty
when in
motion.
With the
addition of a
longer, reconfigured
sidestand, the
Vulcan 2000 Limited
even attracts the
admiring glances
of non-riders when
its parked
curbside.
Additional styling
queues that put
the Vulcan 2000
Limited at the
forefront of
cruiser design include
a powerful
four-bulb, projector-type
headlight encased in
a signature
chrome Nacelle
headlight.
Powering the
Vulcan 2000
Limited is the
largest V-twin
engine in a
mass-production motorcycle,
boasting 125ci of
displacement. It
features a bore
and stroke of
103mm x 123.2mm,
forged pistons,
alloy-steel connecting rods,
huge 220mm
flywheels, dual cams
located within
the one-piece crankcase
and right-side
pushrods actuating four
valves per
cylinder. Notably, Kawasaki
engineers chose
to utilize a
push rod design
in order to
reduce engine
height, which directly
contributes to
the Limiteds low
center of gravity
and relatively
low seat height.
Plus, hydraulic
valve lash adjusters
automatically maintain
zero valve
clearance for smoother,
quieter operation.
Cruiser enthusiasts
will appreciate
the Vulcan 2000
Limiteds classic
V-twin sound thanks,
in part, to
the single-pin
crankshaft, while dual
counter balancers
and rubber engine
mounts keep it
running smoothly.
To provide
sharp throttle
response at any
rpm, the Vulcan
2000 Limiteds
electronic engine control
unit (ECU)
manages electronic fuel
injection with
its dual 46mm
throttle bodies
and sub-throttle valves,
as well as
the iridium spark
plug ignition
system. The sub-throttle
valves help
provide the Vulcan
2000 Limited with
a smooth, linear
power band, while
the highly
sophisticated fuel injection
systems fine
atomizing injectors deliver
an ultra-fine
mist of fuel/air
mixture to the
cylinders for
greater combustion efficiency,
increased power
and optimum fuel
economy.
The top
quarter of the
V-twin engine is
liquid cooled,
while temperatures for
the bottom
three-quarters of the
engine are
managed by stylish
and highly
functional cooling fins.
Plus, the engine
and transmission
feature built-in oil
and water pumps,
with the
transmission also serving
as the oil
tank.
The fuel
injection systems
air cleaner is
nestled between
the cylinders, which
feature a black
matte finish, and
the cooling fins
are polished to
a bright metallic
shine. Dual
exhaust pipes and
mufflers emit a
distinctive V-twin
rumble, and
include honeycomb catalyzers
to reduce
emissions.
A Hyvo
primary drive
chain transfers torque
from the big
V-twin engine to
the five-speed
transmission case, which
houses a
multi-plate wet clutch.
To fully benefit
from the Vulcan
2000 Limiteds
advanced electronics, a
gear position
sensor in the
transmission sends
signals to the
ECU, further
enhancing fuel injection
volume and
ignition timing, and
thus improving
performance. Final drive
to the rear
wheel is provided
by smooth, quiet
and low
maintenance belt
drive.
The V-twin
engine is
utilized as a
stressed member
of the Vulcan
2000 Limiteds
steel, double-cradle frame,
which features a
large-diameter, box-section
single-tube backbone.
Coupled to the
frame is a
simple but
elegant triangulated rear
steel pipe
swingarm suspension with
a direct-action
single shock. The
rear suspension
provides 3.9 inches
of travel, and
includes spring
preload and rebound
adjustment. Up
front, large 49mm
forks provide
precise steering feedback
and 5.9 inches
of travel.
Adding to
its high-end
status is the
chrome instrument
panel with its
large-face speedometer;
mounted on a
stretched, 5.5-gallon
fuel tank, the
V-shaped panel
keeps the rider
informed with an
LCD display and
warning lamps.
The bucket-type saddle
with locking
passenger seat complements
the Limiteds
long, curving silhouette
while providing
all-day riding
comfort.
The Vulcan
2000 Limited
rides on chrome
16-inch wheels
with a 150/80
front radial tire
and a huge,
200/60 rear
radial tire. Dual
300mm front disc
brakes with
four-piston calipers and
a single rear
disc brake with
two-piston caliper
bring this big
cruiser to
smooth, powerful
stops.
Make Model | Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT |
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Year | 2006- 07 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder |
Displacement | 2053 cc / 125 cu-in |
Bore X Stroke | 103 x 123.2 mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 9.5:1 |
Induction | Electronic fuel injection, 46mm throttle bodies |
Ignition | Digital |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 103 hp / 76 kW @ 480.0 rpm |
Max Torque | 177 Nm / 130.5 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Final Drive | Belt |
Gear Ratio | 1st 2.550 (51/20) 2nd 1.630 (44/27) 3rd 1.219 (39/32) 4th 0.939 (31/33) 5th 0.730 (27/37) |
Frame | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
Front Suspension | 49 mm telescopic fork. |
Front Wheel Travel | 150 mm / 5.9 in |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm with mono-shock, rebound damping 8-way Spring preload adjustable |
Rear Wheel Travel | 100 mm / 3.9 in |
Front Brakes | 2x 300mm discs 4 piston calipers |
Rear Brakes | Single 320mm disc 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 150/80 R16 |
Rear Tire | 200/60 R16 |
Rake | 32.0° |
Trail | 182 mm / 7.1 in |
Length | 2535 mm / 99.8 in |
Wheelbase | 1735 mm / 6.8.3 in |
Seat Height | 787 mm / 31.0 in |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm / 5.3 in |
Dry Weight | 361.1 kg / 790 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal |