2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Classic Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Classic

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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Classic Specifications

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Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$9,699.00
Dealers	Kawasaki Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid / Air
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Shaft
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	130/90 R16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/80 R16
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	65.6 / 1666.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5 / 18.9

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Very poor bike

By Lovell Travis(Owner), Jul. 5, 2011

I have 9400 miles on my 2008 Vulcan 1500 classic and Head gasket leaking coolant, estimated cost to replace the head gasket is over $1000.00, it showed up one month to the day that the extended warranty expired. The customer service at Kawasaki has left me feeling that once they get your money you ... Read Full Review

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