2005 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak Links
2005 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak Specifications
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Cruiser |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $10,999.00 |
| Dealers | Kawasaki Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Finance | |
| 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 |
| Carburetion Brand | Mitsubishi® |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Fuel Injector Size (mm) | 40 |
| 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 / 1.75 / 1.33 / 1.07 / 0.87 |
| 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 Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Rear Tire Width | 170 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 60 |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | 130/90 R17 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | 170/60 R17 |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Inverted 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) | 3.4 / 86.4 |
| 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) | 7.91 |
| Width (in/mm) | 33.5 / 850.9 |
| Height (in/mm) | 43.3 / 1099.8 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 67.1 / 1704.3 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 4.9 / 124.5 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 7 |
| Length (ft/in) | 11 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 639.5 / 290.1 |
| Wet Weight (lbs/kg) | 699 / 317 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.5 / 17 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.44 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 27.6 / 701 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver and 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 |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Temperature Warning Type | Light |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Months) | 12 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Cruiser |
| Manufacturer Country | Japan |
| Introduction Year | 2004 |
| NADATrimID | 19787 |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
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Comfort and Value Second to None.
By Vics(Owner), Aug. 2, 2010
After 27 years riding bikes and having all models and sizes, this is by far the smoothiest and most comfortable bike ever build. Great price point and the features like the shaft instead of belt, position of handles and foot, for a tall guy like me 6'7", it is like a glove. It is sad that Kawas...
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