Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 and Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2014

Comparison of Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 and Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2014 [S]ave

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Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2014 ×
Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 ×
General
Production from (year)20142014
MakeKawasakiKawasaki
ModelKawasaki Vulcan 900 CustomKawasaki VN 900 Classic
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder4-
Fuel systemInjection. DFI with dual 34mm Keihin throttle bodies (2)Injection
Engine details52° V-twinReed valve.
Displacement (cm³)903903
Power (kw)-36.2
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)78.978
Bore (mm)8888
Stroke (mm)74.274.2
Gearbox5-speed-
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with digital advanceDigital
Clutch-Wet multi-disc, manual
Lubrication system-Forced Lubrication, wet sump
Compression9.5:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspension41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.41 mm telescopic fork with 7-way preload
Rear suspensionUni-Trak swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.Uni-Trak
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.Single disc
Diameter (mm)300270
Frame typeDouble cradle, high-tensile steelDouble-cradle, steel
Front tyre-130/90-M16
Rear tyre180/70-15180/70-M15
Trail (mm)183169
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3330
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • candy lime green
  • metallic flat platinum gray/flat ebony
  • black
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6461,650
Kerb weight (kg)277.1282
Overall height (mm)1,1201,065
Overall length (mm)2,4052,465
Overall width (mm)8941,005
Seat height (mm)686680
Ground clearance (mm)140135
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)20.0620



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