2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 900 Classic

2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 900 Classic pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$7,349
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2006
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Vulcan(R) 900 Classic
Year
2008
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
60.8 / 82.4
Torque RPM
3700
Cooling
Liquid / Air
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
88 / 3.47
Stroke (mm/in)
74.2 / 2.92
Displacement (cc/ci)
903 / 55.1
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Keihin
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
34
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Steel
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Chromed
Yes
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Front Tire (Full Spec)
130/90 R16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/70 R15
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.7 / 272
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.5 / 242
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.6 / 41
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)
4.1 / 104.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
UNI-TRAK(R)
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
8.08
Width (in/mm)
39.6 / 1005.8
Height (in/mm)
41.9 / 1064.3
Wheelbase (in/mm)
64.8 / 1645.9
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.3 / 135
Length (ft/ft)
8
Length (ft/in)
1
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
557.9 / 253.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 20.1
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.62
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
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
10 reviews
  • 2nd to none
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 28, 2012

    I bought my bike, brand new in April 2008. I have owned Yamaha's and Honda''s. This is by far the best bike I have ever been on. Handling is superb on low profile. Power off the line is great, even with a passenger. I ride it to work at least 3 days a week(any excuse, right). It has 20,000 miles ...

    Best regards from Watertown, TN

    Sorry Photo uploader would not work for me

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  • Awsome Ride!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 03, 2011

    The Vulcan is smooth for a cruise, but stealth power when you get on it! It fits my frame perfectly and when riding we are one. It is my beauty.

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  • This is a great bike!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 21, 2010

    I traded a 2008 H-D Sportster for a 2008 VN 900 Classic and boy was I glad I did. The bike was used but only had 309 miles on (as opposed to the 2800 miles on the Sportster). The place I got it threw in a Memphis Shades windshield and traded me title for title. The only thing I've added were saddlebags. ...

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  • Definetly a Biker
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 31, 2010

    I picked up the Vulcan 900 brand new August 2008... its the best bike Ive ever had. It sits low to the ground, has great low end torque for getting off the line or for needing that extra oomph for passing on the freeway. I rode it on both long and short trips and had no problems... I did pick up ...

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  • great bike with just a few issues
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 29, 2009

    i bought the vulcan 900 classic last summer new. the bike handles great and i drive it just over 200 miles a day going to and from work. the only issues that i have had are that the fuel gauge doesnt read correctly and the speedometer is about 8 miles and hour off according to a GPS.

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  • Cow better than a Hog
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 02, 2009

    I bought a Kawasaki 900 Classic in June 08, since have put over 8000 miles on it in 10 Months. This bike has alot of power, handles great, and gets over 50 mpg! Never had a problem with this bike at all, a very smooth even with a passenger. This bike is awesome, Get a Cow forget the Hog!

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  • Just got it
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 22, 2008

    I picked up a left over '08 today and have been suitably impressed. I've only had it out for about 20 miles, but it's miles above any v twin I've ever owned in terms of riding experienced. Only my '02 Honda GL1500 exceeds it in terms of torque. I really like this bike so far, it's early, but no ...

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  • An intown bar hopper
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 12, 2008

    I road my 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 classic from Greensboro to Charlotte (a 100 mile trip) and it just about beat me to death. After just 30 miles the bike vibration on my tail bone hurt so bad I wanted to get off the bike and park it for the day. The style was appealing and all I wanted to do was ...

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  • A superb mid=size cruiser
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 04, 2008

    I have been riding for nearly 40 yrs. now. I was partners in a motorcycle escort service for years so I was exposed to a lot of motorcycles and size ranges. Since geting a little older I have come to appreciate a smooth mid-sized classic machine that provides performance and that special eye appeal. ...

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  • El Paso to Ft Worth
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    I rode my 2008 Kawasaki 900 Classic from El Paso, Texas to Fort Worth for a three week training. During that time I rode around the entire Dallas Fort Worth area. From the stockyards to the West End. The bike is really comfortable, handles great in traffic, on the highway, cruising around the lakes. ...

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