2005 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Mean Streak pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$10,999
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2004
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Vulcan(R) 1600 Mean Streak
Year
2005
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
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
9:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mitsubishi(R)
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
2.5 / 1.75 / 1.33 / 1.07 / 0.87
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.62
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
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
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
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
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 / 124.5
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
10.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
639.5 / 290.1
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
699 / 317
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.44
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
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
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
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months)
12
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Best Bike Ever!
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Mar 26, 2021

    I love this bike. After riding just about every kind of bike out there I get far more enjoyment from my Meany than anything I have been on.

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  • 05 Pearl Magma Red Mean Streak
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 03, 2010

    Bought it used in May 2010 with 10,800 mi

    It's now Oct and 16,000 miles.

    Looked at several,almost bought Yamaha Warrior and Honda VTX. After riding all three I decided on the Mean Streak.Handles exceptionally well,runs very good (had to get rid of the noisy solenoids).Rode to Va and ...

    Not as many aftermarket options as the Honda but enough.

    Last bike I had was 25+ yrs ago and this one is very comfortable.I'm 5'10 200 lbs.

    Ocassionaly have been riding one of my Bro's bikes when visiting prior to this.

    I would highly recommend this bike to others.Easy enough to add "extra's"to get the added HP.Love the fuel injection

    Drawback? Wish it had a 6th gear.

    Installed Mustang seats,way better than stock .Also added V&H Bigshots,look good but not "perfect fit"

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  • Comfort and Value Second to None.
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 02, 2010

    After 27 years riding bikes and having all models and sizes, this is by far the smoothiest and most comfortable bike ever build. Great price point and the features like the shaft instead of belt, position of handles and foot, for a tall guy like me 6'7", it is like a glove. It is sad that Kawasaki ...

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