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{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Kawasaki VN900  
|name            = Kawasaki VN900
|image            =
|photo= 2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony.jpg
|aka              = Classic/LT
|aka              = Vulcan 900
|manufacturer    = [[Kawasaki]]
|manufacturer    = Kawasaki
|parent_company  =
|production      = 06-07
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine          = 900cc
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      =
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|}} '06-07
|battery          = {{battery|YTX12-BS}} '06-07
|transmission    =
|frame            =
|suspension      =
|brakes          =
|front_tire      = {{tire|130/90-16}} '06-07
|rear_tire    = {{tire|180/70-15}} '06-07
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      =
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
 
The '''Kawasaki VN900 ''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] from 2006 to 2007.
 
==2007==
===Vulcan 900 Classic===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium right side]]
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===Vulcan 900 Classic LT===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver right side]]
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===Vulcan 900 Custom===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Ebony.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Ebony]]
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{{Kawasaki}}
 
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|VN900B]]
[[Category:Kawasaki VN series]]
[[Category:Cruisers]]
 
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Kawasaki VN900'''
|image            =
|aka              = VN 900
|manufacturer    = [[Kawasaki]]
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2010
|production      = 2006 - 2010
|model_year      =
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|predecessor      = [[Kawasaki VN800A]]
|successor        =
|successor        =
|class            =
|class            =Cruiser
|engine          = v2, four-stroke
|engine          = v2, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 88.0mm x 74.2mm
|bore_stroke      = 88.0mm x 74.2mm
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|fuel_system      = injection
|fuel_system      = injection
|ignition        = tcbi with electronic advance
|ignition        = tcbi with electronic advance
|spark_plug      =
|spark_plug      =  
|battery          = 9.5:1
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX12-BS}} '06-07
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: belt <br>
Final Drive: belt <br>
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|fuel_capacity    = 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters)
|fuel_capacity    = 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|recommended_oil= K-tech 10W-40
|fuel_consumption =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|turning_radius  =
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}}
}}


The '''[[Kawasaki]] VN900''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] standard produced by [[Kawasaki]] in 2010. Max [[torque]] was 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700 RPM.   
The '''[[Kawasaki]] VN900''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] standard produced by [[Kawasaki]] from 2006 to 2010. Max [[torque]] was 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700 RPM.   


==Engine==
==Engine==
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==Chassis==
==Chassis==
It came with a 130/90-16 front [[tire]] and a 180/70-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. twin-piston in the front and a single disc. twin-piston in the rear. The front suspension was a  41mm hydraulic telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a uni-track swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.. The VN900 was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 64.8 inches (1646 mm) long.   
It came with a 130/90-16 front [[tire]] and a 180/70-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. twin-piston in the front and a single disc. twin-piston in the rear. The front suspension was a  41mm hydraulic telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a uni-track swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.. The VN900 was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 64.8 inches (1646 mm) long.   
==2007==
===Vulcan 900 Classic===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Caribbean-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Candy-Cardinal-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Metallic-Titanium-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium right side]]
<br style="clear: left"/>
===Vulcan 900 Classic LT===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-Candy-Fire-RedMetallic-Titanium-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-LT-in-EbonyGalaxy-Silver-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver right side]]
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===Vulcan 900 Custom===
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Fire-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue left side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Candy-Plasma-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue right side]]
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Custom-in-Ebony.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Ebony]]
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{{Kawasaki}}
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|VN900B]]
[[Category:Kawasaki VN series]]
[[Category:Cruisers]]
[[Category:standard motorcycles]]
[[Category:standard motorcycles]]
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]]
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]]
[[Category:2010s motorcycles]]
[[Category:2010s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Motorcycles needing images]]
 
[[Category:Multiple Infoboxes]]

Latest revision as of 20:08, 23 November 2019

2007-Kawasaki-Vulcan-900-Classic-in-Ebony.jpg
Kawasaki VN900
Manufacturer
Also called Vulcan 900
Production 2006 - 2010
Class Cruiser
Predecessor Kawasaki VN800A
Engine
v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 88.0mm x 74.2mm
Torque 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700RPM
Fuel System injection
Ignition tcbi with electronic advance
Battery YUASA YTX12-BS '06-07
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed
Final Drive: belt
Suspension Front: 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear: uni-track swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.
Brakes Front: single disc. twin-piston
Rear: single disc. twin-piston
Front Tire 130/90-16
Rear Tire 180/70-15
Wheelbase 64.8 inches (1646 mm)
Length 94.76 inches (2407 mm)
Height 44.09 inches (1120 mm)
Seat Height 26.97 inches (685 mm)
Weight 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg) (dry),
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Kawasaki VN900 was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Kawasaki from 2006 to 2010. Max torque was 57.53 ft/lbs (78.0 Nm) @ 3700 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.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 180/70-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. twin-piston in the front and a single disc. twin-piston in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a uni-track swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.. The VN900 was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 64.8 inches (1646 mm) long.



2007[edit | edit source]

Vulcan 900 Classic[edit | edit source]

2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Ebony right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Caribbean Blue right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Candy Cardinal Red right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic in Metallic Titanium right side


Vulcan 900 Classic LT[edit | edit source]

2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Candy Fire Red/Metallic Titanium right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT in Ebony/Galaxy Silver right side



Vulcan 900 Custom[edit | edit source]

2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Fire Red right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue left side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Candy Plasma Blue right side
2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom in Ebony