Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2010 and Yamaha V Star 950 2011

Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2010 and Yamaha V Star 950 2011 [S]ave

Attribute
Yamaha V Star 950 2011 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom 2010 ×
General
Production from (year)20112010
MakeYamahaKawasaki
ModelYamaha V Star 950Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Fuel systemInjectionInjection
Engine details, ceramic-composite-lined cylinders, forged aluminum pistons-
Displacement (cm³)942903
Fuel consumption (l/100km)5-
Cooling systemAirLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)-78.9
Bore (mm)8588
Stroke (mm)8374.2
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Greenhouse gases116.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Emission details3-way catalyst technology-
IgnitionTransistor Controlled IgnitionTCBI with Electronic Advance
Lubrication systemWet sump-
Compression9.0:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspensionTelescopic fork, 5.3-in travel41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear suspensionSingle shock, 4.3-in travelUni-Track swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)298300
Frame typeRigid double-cradle steel frameSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Front tyre130/70-M1880/90-21
Rear tyre170/70-M16180/70-15
Wheels8-spoke cast-
Trail (mm)145183
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3232
Other
Color options
  • deep blue
  • raven
  • candy persimmon red
  • candy surf blue
  • metallic flat spark black
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6841,646
Kerb weight (kg)278.1277.1
Overall height (mm)1,0801,120
Overall length (mm)2,4362,405
Overall width (mm)1,001894
Seat height (mm)673686
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)16.6520.06



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