Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic 2005 and Yamaha XJR1300 Rhapsody In Blue

Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic 2005 and Yamaha XJR1300 Rhapsody In Blue [S]ave

Attribute
Yamaha XJR1300 Rhapsody In Blue ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic 2005 ×
General
Production from (year)20152005
MakeYamahaKawasaki
ModelYamaha XJR1300 Rhapsody In BlueKawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic
CategorySportCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeIn-line four, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjectionCarburettor. Keihin CVK40
Engine detailsForward-inclined parallel cylinders-
Displacement (cm³)1,2511,470
Power (kw)71.5-
Cooling systemAirLiquid
Transmission type,final driveChainShaft drive (cardan)
Torque (Nm)108.4-
Bore (mm)79102
Stroke (mm)63.890
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
DrivelineConstant Mesh-
IgnitionTCIDigital with Throttle Responsive Ignition Control (K-TRIC)
ClutchWet, multiple-disc coil spring-
Lubrication systemWet sump-
Compression9.7:18.6:1
Exhaust systemMatt black-
Chassis
Front suspensionSpringer forks41mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm. Öhlins.Dual hydraulic shocks
Front brakesDouble disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Diameter (mm)267270
Frame typeSteel double cradleHigh tensile steel, double cradle
Front tyre120/70-ZR17130/90-16
Rear tyre180/55-ZR17150/80-16
SeatSolo-style seat-
WheelsThree-spoke alloy wheels-
Front wheel travel (mm)130150
Rear wheel travel (mm)12086
Trail (mm)100-
Rake (fork angle) (degree)2532
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • blue
-
Dimensions
Dry weight (kg)-292
Overall height (mm)1,1151,100
Overall width (mm)-965
Seat height (mm)795701
Ground clearance (mm)-124
Performance
Reserve fuel capacity (l)4.2-
Fuel capacity (l)2115.89
Oil capacity (l)4.2-



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