Product description
Complete with Street Swagger
Inspired by the streets, inspired by history. The Vulcan 900 Custom and Custom Special Edition both draw from the styling cues from back in the day and modern times. Theres plenty to like about the Customs styling profile, from its aggressive flat handlebar to forward footpegs. The stylish cast wheels, including a solid-look rear wheel, give it a distinctive appearance. And the 180-series rear tire is the largest in its class, highlighting its big bike style. And its affordable price tag makes the Custom an even more appealing ride.
The Vulcan 900 Customs appeal is more than just paint-deep. It has a fuel-injected 903cc engine that produces exceptional roll-on acceleration rivaling the get-up-and-go of much larger motorcycles yet its wrapped in a nimble chassis that lets it turn and handle like no heavyweight motorcycle can.
The 900 Customs unique, edgy design shows it can stand out from the crowd. Kawasaki engineers and designers concentrated on delivering a motorcycle with a customized appearance typically found only on expensive two-wheel offerings. A massive rear tire, light-looking front end accentuated by a thin 21-inch cast wheel, and sculpted bodywork top the stand-out features of the Vulcan 900 Custom.
Perhaps one of the most striking examples of this Vulcan cruisers distinctive look is its large-diameter 21-inch front cast wheel itself somewhat rare in the custom-building world. The wheel features spokes arranged in pairs for a special visual appeal. Balancing the lightweight look of the front end is a low, wide rear wheel featuring a 180mm tire on a 15-inch cast wheel that gives the rider the feeling of sitting on a one-of-a-kind, made-to-order motorcycle.
Bridging the visual contrast between the front and rear wheels is a sleek and subtle fuel tank. Its flowing lines easily lead the eye along the careful and delicate curves that blend together the highly customized form of this gem of mid-sized cruisers. A matte black frame provides an understated framework for the Kawasaki artistry that is the appealing and gutsy, fuel-injected V-Twin Vulcan 900 Custom. Its stylish aesthetics grace a platform thats perfect for customization with Kawasaki accessories.
Ready for anything from local streets to highway speeds, the Vulcan 900 Customs good power, excellent stability, easy maneuverability, and startling good looks make this Kawasaki the one to own.
Want an even more exclusive ride? Then the Special Edition model may satisfy that craving. The Vulcan 900 Custom SE comes with all the trappings of an expensive handmade creation for a fraction of the cost and none of the maintenance headaches. It features a special black-out treatment on the air cleaner, engine cases, and exhaust. To go along with the special black-out treatment, this years Special Edition features solid black wheels. The 2012 Vulcan 900 Custom SE is finished off with a Special Edition Candy Sparking Orange paint scheme with a tribal pinstripe graphic on the tank and rear fender.
Authentic Kawasaki Accessories are available through Kawasaki dealers.
Engine
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four valves per cylinder V-twin
Displacement
903cc / 55.1 cu. in.
Bore x Stroke
88 x 74.2 mm
Maximum Torque
58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Cooling System
Liquid
Fuel System
DFI with dual 34mm Keihin throttle bodies (2)
Ignition
TCBI with Electronic Advance
Transmission
5-Speed
Final Drive
Belt
Frame
Double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail
33/7.2 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel
Uni-Trak swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.
Front Tire Size
80/90×21
Rear Tire Size
180/70×15
Wheelbase
64.8 in.
Front Brakes / Rear Brakes
300mm hydraulic disc / 270mm hydraulic disc
Fuel Capacity
5.3 gal.
Seat Height
27.0 in.
Overall Length
94.7 in.
Overall Width
35.2 in.
Overall Height
44.1 in.
Curb Weight
610.8 lbs.
Color Choices
Pearl Purplish Black Mica / Candy Sparkling Orange
Good Times Protection Plan
12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty
12 Months
Engine
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four valves per cylinder V-twin
Displacement
903cc / 55.1 cu. in.
Bore x Stroke
88 x 74.2 mm
Maximum Torque
58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Cooling System
Liquid
Fuel System
DFI with dual 34mm Keihin throttle bodies (2)
Ignition
TCBI with Electronic Advance
Transmission
5-Speed
Final Drive
Belt
Frame
Double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail
33/7.2 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel
Uni-Trak swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.
Front Tire Size
80/90×21
Rear Tire Size
180/70×15
Wheelbase
64.8 in.
Front Brakes / Rear Brakes
300mm hydraulic disc / 270mm hydraulic disc
Fuel Capacity
5.3 gal.
Seat Height
27.0 in.
Overall Length
94.7 in.
Overall Width
35.2 in.
Overall Height
44.1 in.
Curb Weight
610.8 lbs.
Color Choices
Pearl Purplish Black Mica / Candy Sparkling Orange
Good Times Protection Plan
12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty
12 Months
Tags: 2012 Kawasaki Vulcan 900, Beartooth Kawasaki, Kawasaki, Kawasaki Motorcyle, Kawasaki Vulcan
