2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 2000 Classic LT

2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 2000 Classic LT pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$14,599
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2006
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Vulcan(R) 2000 Classic LT
Year
2008
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
113.9 / 85
Horsepower RPM
5000
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
141 / 191.2
Torque RPM
3000
Cooling
Liquid / Air
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV - Pushrod
Bore (mm/in)
103 / 4.06
Stroke (mm/in)
123.2 / 4.85
Displacement (cc/ci)
2053 / 125.3
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Keihin
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
46
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Chromed
Yes
Front Tire Width
150
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
200
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
60
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
150/80 R16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
200/60 R16
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.9 / 49
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)
3.9 / 99.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
8.33
Width (in/mm)
40.4 / 1025
Wheelbase (in/mm)
68.3 / 1734.8
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.3 / 135
Length (ft/ft)
8
Length (ft/in)
3.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
796 / 361.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.5 / 20.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.58
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
26.8 / 680.7
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Backrest Logo Plate
Yes
Backrest Type
Detachable
Backrest Location
Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Saddle Bag Mounts
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
Yes
Tinted
Yes
Height
High
Saddle Bag (s)
Standard
Saddle Bag Material
Leather
Saddle Bag Trim
Studded
Number Of Saddle Bags
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Leather Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • My VULCAN VN2000J CLASSIC LT
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 20, 2017

    I purchased because of the size and comfort. I am 6'2" 275 lbs. and I am very comfortable on this bike. It is not a beginner bike. It is heavy when topped off near 850 lbs. It is absolutely a powerful bike with 2053 CC it has a very Smooth ride and changes gears very well. For a larger person I ...

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  • Brian
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 10, 2009

    This bike has tons of power and is just a blast to ride. It has a longer wheelbase than the biggest Harley and handles great. It is smooth with very little vibration felt through the bars. The only downside I have found is seat comfort. It is a little stiff at the back side of the saddle but ...

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  • 08' 2000 Vulcan Classic LT
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 03, 2008

    First, I disagree with some of the reviews that rate this bike as 75th of 98...by what method of comparison?? If you consider value as defined by performance, quality,reliability and ride comfort the rating would have to be much higher. I would rate it in the top 10. Clearly, anyone should agree ...

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