Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD 2009 and Suzuki Intruder Classic 400 2016

Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD 2009 and Suzuki Intruder Classic 400 2016 [S]ave

Attribute
Suzuki Intruder Classic 400 2016 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD 2009 ×
General
Production from (year)20162009
MakeSuzukiKawasaki
ModelSuzuki Intruder Classic 400Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeTwin, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjectionCarburettor. Keihin CVK32 x 2
Displacement (cm³)399498
Power (kw)24.1-
Fuel consumption (l/100km)3.03-
Cooling systemOil & airLiquid
Transmission type,final driveChain-
Torque (Nm)24.3-
Bore (mm)6574
Stroke (mm)60.258
Gearbox5-speed6-speed
Greenhouse gases70.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
DrivelineConstant mesh-
IgnitionTransistorisedDigital TCBI
ClutchWet multi-plate coil spring-
Lubrication systemWet sump-
Compression10.5:110.2:1
Chassis
Front suspension-41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear suspension-Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in.
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Frame typeDouble cradleDouble-cradle, steel
Front tyre130/90-16100/90-19
Rear tyre170/80-15140/90-15
SeatDual-
WheelsWire spoked-
Trail (mm)141150
Rake (fork angle) (degree)33.233
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • glass sparkle black
  • metallic imperial red
InstrumentsDigital/analogue-
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6551,595
Dry weight (kg)275214
Power/weight ratio0.0876-
Overall height (mm)1,1051,125
Overall length (mm)2,0802,319
Overall width (mm)955831
Seat height (mm)701714
Ground clearance (mm)140119
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)1515.14
Oil capacity (l)3.7-



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