2007 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak

2007 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2007
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Make
Kawasaki
Display Name
Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak™
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2004
Price
Standard
MSRP
$11,099
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque RPM
2500
Cooling
Liquid / Air
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Compression Ratio
9.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Carburetion
Standard
Carburetion Brand
Keihin
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Torque (Nm)
127.9
Bore (mm/in)
102 / 4.02
Stroke (in/mm)
3.74 / 95
Displacement (cc/ci)
1552 / 94.7
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Reverse
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
94.9 / 2410.5
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 / 125
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
640 / 290.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.42
Construction
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Boards
Optional
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
No
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Tank Divider
Optional
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
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 Suspension Material
Steel
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
No
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Air Adjustable
Yes
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.9 / 149.9
Rear Travel (in/mm)
3.4 / 86.4
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Tires
Standard
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
Standard
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
27.6 / 701
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Temperature Warning
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Hard Side Cases
Optional
Side Storage Mount
Optional
Leather Storage
Optional
Rear Rack
Optional
Rear Rack Storage
Optional
Storage Cover
Optional
Saddle Bag (s)
Optional
Type
Halogen
Headlight Visor
Optional
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Saddle Bag Mounts
Optional
Paint
Standard
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • It's like "umami"... another Japanese idea for which there's no English translation
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 23, 2015

    The relationship between a man and his dog is as uniquely individual as the diversity of the human species. Some prefer pit-bulls, some golden-retrievers, and some even prefer cats (I'm not a cat person).

    The same is true with motorcycles: there are die-hard Harley people who enjoy ...

    I am 40-years-young and my 2007 Meanie Special Edition is the perfect all-around bike for me. It looks like a custom, handles better than any big V-twin I've piloted.

    -Slap on an aftermarket windshield and some bags on the side, adjust the suspension, pack some rain gear and you are ready for a coast-to-coast adventure with the power and comfort of a touring bagger.

    -Remove the bags you're set for a Sunday afternoon cruise to nowhere.

    -Reattach the aftermarket windshield and it becomes a great commuter bike.

    -Attach the b!tch back behind the back seat and I've never had any hesitation from the opposite sex to hop and embark on a fun, cheap date riding out to a "nowhere" cafe.

    With plentiful power and torque throughout the powerband, it's more than a fun ride for any purpose (except off-road adventures, obviously). I've added an aftermarket hypercharger, straight pipes and a power commander to calibrate the way it breathes better now. I've also added some footpeg/shifter/brake extensions as I'm 6'2" and it makes for a more comfortable riding position (although this is personal preference as some prefer to ride in a more upright position). I bought a windshield, b!tch back, custom grips, pegs, bags, moved the license plate to the side (instead of under the seat as per stock), replaced the headlight bulb to a halogen lamp, and replaced the horn to something deeper, louder and more obnoxious. Aftermarket parts are abundant for the Vulcan 1500/1600s.

    Final disclaimer: this bike is not for beginners. I started riding dirtbikes in the Mojave Desert when I was 11, and started riding streetbikes in college. Started on a Honda Shadow 650cc, then a Vulcan 750, Suzuki 805, 1983 Magna V65 (v-4, now that's a rocket!), and my 2001 CBR 929 and finally a 2003 Mean Streak 1500. Lost my job a year ago and was forced to sell my 2003 Meanie. Now that I'm employed again, I'm buying another Mean Streak. How's that for an endorsement?

    The Vulcan series have been perennial favorites with experts, riders and engineers since its inception in 1996. The addition of fuel-injection around 15 years ago has certainly helped the overall reputation of these bikes as a can't-miss staple of metric cruisers. Plus, they are priced lower than similar Hondas, Yamahas and domestics. Simply put, you will not be disappointed, especially if value is a consideration..

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  • Turn heads for low bucks
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 16, 2013

    I bought my Meanie used in 2008 with just 2000 miles on the clock. I bought it both for the look (special edition) and the price. I got a very cool bike with more power than I need for less than half the price of one of the American made bikes. I am tall(6ft. 3in.) and would like to have a little ...

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  • Fantastic Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 02, 2011

    I purchased this bike new and I cant say enough about it. It handles like a dream with power to spare, and the factory paint would cost you a couple of thousand to apply after market. I have people comment on my bike all the time and they cant believe its not a custom jop. I have had many bikes ...

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  • Great overall cruiser
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 11, 2010

    The mean streak is a overall great bike. It's simply the best handling cruiser that I've ever rode. It's not as powerful as some of the other cruisers out there but it's handling along with the power that it has makes it a blast to ride. It also sounds great with pipes! Some of the japanese cruisers ...

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  • A lot of bike for not too much money
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 18, 2008

    I've had this bike for almost six months now, and I still enjoy it as much as the first week. The braking is responsive and the handling is excellent. If you're not bashful in the twisties you will scrape pegs, exhaust cover and various bolts. Of course it'll never be a sport bike, if you want ...

    On the looks end it is a good looking bike with just enough to make it different. This is especially evident in the Special Edition models ('06-'08). Mine's an '07 SE and at bike nights around here it's gotten as much attention stock as the Harley full custom bikes have.

    In the power department it has plenty to do what you want, but compared to other offerings out there for 'mid-level' power cruisers it is a bit underpowered. A fair amount of this can be remedied with some common modifications. Regardless you won't likely find yourself disappointed unless you're looking for speed and acceleration at the track level. Again if that's what you're after a cruiser probably isn't your thing.

    When it comes to price these definitely do well. Used low mileage bikes aren't terribly difficult to find and can often be found at a good price. New models MSRP for $11,100 standard and $11,300 SE but this isn't written in stone. I've known a couple of dealerships to offer the SE's for $1,000 less if you do your homework in their model year. Mine I bought in '08 (as an '07) new for $9500. Keep in mind however that a lot of dealerships dont' keep these on the floor long, they sell pretty well. Mine was a walk-in request to find one, the one they had on the floor (standard black & chrome '08 I believe) was gone within a month and the '08 SE they received was gone less than a week after they put it on the floor. As such you may not be able to get as good a deal as a model that might sit for a couple of months.

    At the time Yamaha didn't really have one I liked, Suzuki had one or two but a bit higher in price and Victory & Harley, although some of theirs coming out I'm starting to like again, are still just too high in price for me to seriously consider. The Mean Streak had a near-perfect combination of a alot of factors at a good price and I've been hard-pressed to talk to anyone who owns one who doesn't love it so far.

    Granted as an owner this is probably a bit biased but hopefully it's helpful to those in the market.

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