Kawasaki VN 1600 Vulcan

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Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic

The Kawasaki VN 1600 Vulcan cruiser series appeared on the market in 2003 as a continuation of the VN1500 Vulcan series, which, despite the appearance of a new model, was produced until 2008 inclusively, that is, during the entire production period of the VN1600.

The main innovation of the Kawasaki VN1600 Vulcan was the use of a new engine with an increased displacement from 1470 cc to 1552 cc (due to increased crankshaft travel) with a new, faster control unit. This allowed a slight increase in maximum power (from 65 hp to 67 hp) and a significant increase in the torque characteristic (from 114 Nm / 2800 rpm to 127 Nm / 2700 rpm).

The Mean Streak modification additionally received increased throttle valves (from 36 to 40 mm) and a new braking system (from 2005): 6-piston calipers were replaced by 4-piston radial arrangement.

In addition, the Classic version received alloy wheels and a double disc brake at the front. Also, the Classic and Classic Tourer (Nomad) modifications received an increased fuel tank (from 19 to 20 liters).

The Drifter modification was no longer offered.

`` Thus, the Kawasaki VN1600 Vulcan series had 3 modifications:

  • Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic - regular classic version.
  • Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer - touring version. Equipped with a windshield, passenger backrest, passenger platforms for legs and wardrobe trunks. The model is distinguished by the shape of the exhaust system. In the North American market it was sold under the name - ' Nomad .
  • Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak - drag version. It has a boosted 74 hp engine, an inverted fork, sport brakes, shortened fenders, a one-and-a-half seat, a different instrument panel, a 17-liter fuel tank, 17-inch wheels and an extended swingarm. This modification was also made for Suzuki and had the name - Suzuki VZ 1600 Marauder / Boulevard M95.

2008 was the last year of production for the Kawasaki VN1600 Vulcan series, after which it was replaced by an updated series - Kawasaki VN1700 Vulcan.

The main competitors of the Kawasaki VN 1600 Vulcan in the class:

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Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak


Specifications

Specifications Kawasaki VN 1600 Vulcan:

ModelKawasaki Vulcan 1600
Motorcycle typecruiser
Release year2003-2008
Framesteel tubular
Engine type2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V-shaped
Working volume1552 cm³
Bore / Stroke102.0 x 95.0 mm
Compression ratio9.0: 1
Coolingliquid
Number of valves per cylinderSOHC, 4 valves per cylinder (with hydraulic clearance compensators)
Fuel supply systemDFI (Digital Fuel Injection), 2x 36 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

DFI (Digital Fuel Injection), 2x 40 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Ignition typetransistor
Maximum power67.0 h.p. (49 kW) @ 4700 rpm - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

74.0 h.p. (54 kW) at 5300 rpm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Maximum torque127.0 Nm (12.9 kg * m) @ 2700 rpm - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

125.0 Nm (12.7 kg * m) @ 2800 rpm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Gearbox5-speed
Drive typecardan
Front tire size130 / 90-16 M / C 67H - Vulcan 1600 Classic

130/70-R17 M / C 62H - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

150 / 80-16 M / C 71H - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Rear tire size170/70-B16 M / C 75H - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

170/60-R17 M / C 72H - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Front brakes2 discs, 300mm, 2-piston calipers - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

2 discs, 320mm, 6-piston calipers - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak (2003-2004)

2 discs, 320mm, 4-piston radial calipers - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak (2005-2008)

Rear brakes1 disc, 300 mm, 2-piston caliper
Front suspension41mm Telescopic Fork, 150mm Travel - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

43mm Inverted Fork, 150mm Travel - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Rear suspensionPendulum with two shock absorbers (preload adjustment), 95 mm travel - Vulcan 1600 Classic

Pendulum with two shock absorbers (preload adjustment), stroke - 87 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Pendulum with two shock absorbers (preload adjustment), travel - 99 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Motorcycle length2505 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic

2410 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

2515 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Motorcycle width1040mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

850 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Motorcycle height1130 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic

1100 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

1460 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Wheelbase1680 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic

1705 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

1690 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Saddle height680 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic

700 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

720 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Minimum ground clearance130 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic

125 mm - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

150 mm - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Acceleration to 100 km / h5.29 sec - Vulcan 1600 Classic

5.04 sec - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Maximum speed177 km / h - Vulcan 1600 Classic

193 km / h - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Fuel tank capacity20.0 L - Vulcan 1600 Classic, Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

17.0 L - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

Motorcycle weight (dry)306 kg - Vulcan 1600 Classic

290 kg - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

350 kg - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

Motorcycle weight (curb)337 kg - Vulcan 1600 Classic

317 kg - Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak

377 kg - Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer / Nomad

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