Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter 2001 and Suzuki VS 1400 GLP Intruder 2001 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter 2001 × |  Suzuki VS 1400 GLP Intruder 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Suzuki |
| Model | Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter | Suzuki VS 1400 GLP Intruder |
| Category | Custom / cruiser | Custom / cruiser |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel system | Injection | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,471 | 1,360 |
| Power (kw) | 46.7 | 44.5 |
| Cooling system | - | Oil & air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Torque (Nm) | 113 | 105 |
| Bore (mm) | 102 | 94 |
| Stroke (mm) | 90 | 98 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 270 | 275 |
| Front tyre | 130/90-H16 | 110/90-19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/80-H16 | 170/80-15 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 150 | 160 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 100 | 105 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,655 | 1,620 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 304 | 243 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1536 | 0.1831 |
| Seat height (mm) | 730 | 740 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 182 | 170 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 19 | 13 |
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