2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak
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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak Links
2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak Specifications
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Cruiser |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $11,099.00 |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | V Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm) | 94.3 / 127.9 |
| Torque RPM | 2500 |
| Cooling | Liquid / Air |
| 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Carburetion Brand | Keihin |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Fuel Injector Size (mm) | 40 |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 5 |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Shaft |
| Reverse | No |
| 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 |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 12.6 / 320 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11.8 / 300 |
| 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 | No |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 |
| Rear Suspension Material | Steel |
| Air Adjustable | Yes |
| 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 / 125 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 7 |
| Length (ft/in) | 11 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 640 / 290.3 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.5 / 17 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.42 |
| 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 |
| Side Cover | Yes |
| 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/Condition) | 12 / Limited |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Cruiser |
| Manufacturer Country | Japan |
| Introduction Year | 2004 |
| NADATrimID | 28865 |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Paint | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
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