Kawasaki VN800 Vulcan: history, specs, pictures
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| Kawasaki VN800 Vulcan | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | VN 800 Vulcan |
| Production | 1995 - 2001 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | v2, four-stroke |
| Top Speed | 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 53.77 HP (40.1 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Torque | 47.21 ft/lbs (64.0 Nm) @ 3300RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
| Wheelbase | 63.98 inches (1625 mm) |
| Seat Height | 28.94 inches (735 mm) |
| Weight | 511.47 pounds (232.0 Kg) (dry), |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Kawasaki VN800 Vulcan was a v2, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1995 and 2001. It could reach a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h). Max torque was 47.21 ft/lbs (64.0 Nm) @ 3300 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 53.77 HP (40.1 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The VN800 Vulcan was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 511.47 pounds (232.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 63.98 inches (1625 mm) long.