2005 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Classic
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Cruiser |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $10,599.00 |
| Dealers | Kawasaki Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
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| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | V Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | SOHC |
| Bore (mm/in) | 102 / 4.02 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 95 / 3.74 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 1552 / 94.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 9:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Fuel Injector Size (mm) | 36 |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 5 |
| Overdrive | Yes |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Shaft |
| Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5) | 2.5 / 1.59 / 1.19 / 0.97 / 0.78 |
| Reverse | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.62 |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front Tire Width | 130 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 90 |
| Front Tire Speed Rating | 67H |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 16 |
| Rear Tire Width | 170 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | 75H |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 16 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | 130/90 R16 67H |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | 170/70 R16 75H |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11.8 / 300 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11.8 / 300 |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Telescopic Fork |
| Front Suspension Size (in/mm) | 1.7 / 43 |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 5.9 / 149.9 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Steering Damper | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 3.7 / 94 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 |
| Rear Suspension Material | Steel |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (ft) | 8.22 |
| Width (in/mm) | 40.9 / 1038.9 |
| Height (in/mm) | 44.5 / 1130.3 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 66.1 / 1678.9 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 5.1 / 130 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 8 |
| Length (ft/in) | 3 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 675 / 306.2 |
| Wet Weight (lbs/kg) | 743 / 337 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 5.3 / 20.1 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.3 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | Two-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 27.4 / 696 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Detachable Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Floor Board Location | Driver |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | Passenger |
| Adjustable | No |
| Chain Guard | No |
| Fork Guards | Yes |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Tank Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | No |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Light Guard | No |
| Exterior Covers | Standard |
| Front Fender | Standard |
| Rear Fender | Standard |
| Stand Type | Kick |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Months) | 12 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Cruiser |
| Manufacturer Country | Japan |
| Introduction Year | 2003 |
| NADATrimID | 19786 |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Storage: | |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
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