Kawasaki VN800 Drifter: history, specs, pictures
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Also called | VN 800 Drifter |
| Production | 1999 - 2003 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | v2, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 88.0mm x 66.2mm |
| Top speed | 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 54.85 HP (40.9 KW) @ 7500RPM |
| Torque | 44.99 ft/lbs (61.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | 130/90-h16 |
| Rear Tire | 140/90-h16 |
| Wheelbase | 63.58 inches (1615 mm) |
| Seat height | 29.92 inches (760 mm) |
| Weight | 542.34 pounds (246.0 Kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Kawasaki VN800 Drifter was a v2, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1999 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h). Max torque was 44.99 ft/lbs (61.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 54.85 HP (40.9 KW) @ 7500 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 88.0mm bore x 66.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 805.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 130/90-h16 front tire and a 140/90-h16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The VN800 Drifter was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 542.34 pounds (246.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 63.58 inches (1615 mm) long.