Kawasaki VN900 Custom
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| Kawasaki VN900 Custom | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Also called | VN 900 Custom |
| Production | 2007 - 2014 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | v2, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 88.0mm x 74.2mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 46.0 HP (34.3 KW) @ 5700RPM |
| Torque | 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700RPM |
| Fuel System | injection |
| Ignition | digital |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: belt |
| Suspension | Front: 41 mm telescopic fork Rear: uni-trak |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | 80/90-m |
| Rear Tire | 180/70-m15 |
| Wheelbase | 64.76 inches (1645 mm) |
| Length | 94.69 inches (2405 mm) |
| Width | 35.24 inches (895 mm) |
| Height | 44.09 inches (1120 mm) |
| Seat Height | 26.97 inches (685 mm) |
| Weight | 612.89 pounds (278.0 Kg) (dry), 278.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Kawasaki VN900 Custom was a v2, four-stroke Cruiser motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 2007 and 2014. Max torque was 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 46.0 HP (34.3 KW) @ 5700 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 88.0mm bore x 74.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 903.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 80/90-m front tire and a 180/70-m15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 41 mm telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a uni-trak. The VN900 Custom was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 612.89 pounds (278.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 64.76 inches (1645 mm) long.
2007 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2006 Kawasaki VN900 Custom is the perfect bike for those looking to ride a Japanese bike with American looks. If your game is mixing the proven reliability and nifty technology of the 903cc Vulcan engine with the classic chopper looks of the bike across the pond, the VN900 Custom is your toy.
With a massive 21”front wheel shod with a slim tire and cast, custom-look rims, the 2006 Kawasaki VN900 Custom's clean front end and stylish one-piece two-up seat nicely complement a heritage look of the bike. The pulled back handlebars and tank-slammed huge instrument gauge evoke the old-school choppers, while a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
The 2006 Kawasaki VN900 Custom comes with the series' traditional 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive.
2008 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2007 Kawasaki VN900 Custom is a custom cruiser boasting the acclaimed features of the Vulcan 900 series, but sporting a chopper character. If you're looking for Japanese technology powering an American-look chopper, the 2007 VN900 Custom might just fit the bill.
With a massive 21”front wheel shod with a slim tire and cast, custom-look rims, the 2007 Kawasaki VN900 Custom's clean front end and stylish one-piece two-up seat nicely complement a heritage look of the bike. The pulled back handlebars and tank-slammed huge instrument gauge evoke the old-school choppers, while a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore. The 2007 Kawasaki VN900 Custom comes with the series' traditional 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive.
2009 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2008 Kawasaki VN900 Customis most likely the first bike in the series worthy to wear the “custom” badge. Finally, the VN900 Custom comes with an intriguing color scheme in piano black and red/ white pinstripes, red cylinder heads and matte frame and silencers.
The 2008 model retains the 21”front wheel with a slim tire and cast, custom-look rims, a clean front end and stylish one-piece two-up seat nicely complementing the heritage look of the bike. The raised, hooligan handlebars and tank-slammed huge black instrument gauge evoke the old-school dragsters, while a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
For 2008 Kawasaki VN900 Custom comes with the series' traditional 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive, with a 20 L (5.3 gal) tank providing enough juice to let this 278 kg (613 lbs) machine cover a lot of road until needing refueling.
2010 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2009 Kawasaki VN900 Custom follows the nifty trend set by the previous year model and boasts truly custom looks, with a two-tone one-piece two-up seat and matte black tank. The satin frame looks great, but the traditional chrome mufflers could have been different.
The 2009 model retains the 21”front wheel with a slim tire and cast, black custom rims, a clean front end and stylish one-piece two-up seat nicely complementing the heritage look of the bike. The high-raised bars and tank-slammed huge instrument gauge evoke the old-school dragsters, while a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
For 2009 Kawasaki VN900 Custom comes with the series' traditional 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive, with a 20 L (5.3 gal) tank providing enough juice to let this 278 kg (613 lbs) machine cover a lot of road until needing refueling.
2011 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
For 2010, Kawasaki has updated the previous year VN900 Custom model with a more exquisite paint job, now finally fully worthy of bearing the “custom” badge. Satin black tanks and fenders have received a racing red double stripe, matching the rim stripes, and the black frame is now in complete harmony with the engine covers and slash-cut mufflers.
A 21” front wheel shod with a slim tire and cast, black custom rims, a clean front end and stylish one-piece two-up seat nicely complement the heritage look of the bike. The high-raised bars and tank-slammed huge instrument gauge evoke the old-school dragsters, while a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
The 2010 model is moved around by the classic 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive, with a 20 L (5.3 gal) tank providing enough juice to let this 278 kg (613 lbs) machine cover a lot of road until needing refueling. Thankfully, chrome has been used sparingly.
2012 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2011 Kawasaki VN900 Custom follows the excellent example set by the previous year model, now boasting a truly custom look, for those who want to stand from the crowd. If you're fine with the performance specs of the VN900 series but still looking for a bike with a different character, the 2011 Custom is your toy.
The high-raised bars and tank-slammed huge instrument gauge evoke the old-school dragsters, while the all-blackened paint job on the frame, rims, mufflers and engine will definitely make heads turn. And if that's still not enough, a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
The 2011 model is moved around by the classic 50 hp/ 78 Nm (58 lb-ft) 903cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine and 5-speed gearbox with belt final drive, with a 20 L (5.3 gal) tank providing enough juice to let this 278 kg (613 lbs) machine cover a lot of road until needing refueling. Thankfully, chrome has been used sparingly.
2013 Kawasaki VN900 Custom[edit | edit source]
The 2012 Kawasaki VN900 Custom is by far the best-looking year model of the whole series. While the initial 2 VN900 Custom looked almost like the stock bikes, the motorcycle truly evolved and the 2012 model screams its individuality.
With chrome used sparingly for lighting elements covers, handlebar and forks, the rest of the 2012 Kawasaki VN900 Custom is all matte black/ grey with the traditional green stripes. And if that's still not enough, a heap of optional accessories can enhance the look of this machine furthermore.
The 2012 VN900 Custom is a worthy choice for all those looking for a nice custom-look chopper in the vein of bikes designed across the pond, but with all the modern Japanese technology.