Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic 2006 and Suzuki Boulevard C109RT 2008 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Suzuki Boulevard C109RT 2008 × |  Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic 2006 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2008 | 2006 |
| Make | Suzuki | Kawasaki |
| Model | Suzuki Boulevard C109RT | Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic |
| Category | Touring | Custom / cruiser |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | - | 2 |
| Fuel system | Injection | Carburettor. DFI with Keihin 46mm Throttle Bodies (2) |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,783 | 1,552 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | - |
| Bore (mm) | 112 | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 90.5 | 95 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital/transistorized | TCBI with digital advance |
| Lubrication system | Semi-Dry Sump | - |
| Compression | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | 41mm hydraulic fork |
| Rear suspension | Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload | Dual air assisted shocks |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc |
| Front tyre | 150/80-R16 | 130/90-x16 |
| Rear tyre | 240/55-R16 | 170/70-x16 |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | - | 32 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,755 | 1,679 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 247 | 306 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,165 | 1,130 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,565 | 2,504 |
| Overall width (mm) | 985 | 1,039 |
| Seat height (mm) | 710 | 696 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 138 | 130 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 19 | 20.06 |
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