07 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic Lt Reverse Transfer Gears

Kawasaki motorcycle

Vulcan

Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Besides called	VN
Production	Since 1984
Class	Cruiser
Engine	125–650 cc V-twin, 500 cc parallel twin

Kawasaki vulcan 800 modèle 1999, bi-ton noire et vanille.

The Vulcan name has been used by Kawasaki for their custom or cruiser motorcycles since 1984, model designation VN, using mostly V-twin engines ranging from 125 to ii,053 cc (7.6 to 125.3 cu in).

Model history [edit]

1984–2006: Vulcan 750 serial [edit]

In 1985 Kawasaki launched, worldwide, the Vulcan VN700A, its first cruiser powered by its first V-twin engine. The VN700A has a shaft drive. Kawasaki also made the now rare VZ 750 variant with chromed wheel arches and other subtle differences. To avoid The states tariffs on Japanese motorcycles over 700cc, the initial U.s.a. model was limited to 699 cc simply in 1986, the tariff was lifted and so the engine capacity was increased to 749 cc. Apart from paint schemes the Vulcan remained largely unchanged throughout its 22-year product run with but minor adjustments to components.

1986–2004: Vulcan 400 series [edit]

Kawasaki introduced the Vulcan 400 in 1986 as an entry level cruiser. For a first series, the Vulcan 400 featured a 398 cc liquid-cooled twin engine, and was fitted with a belt bulldoze and 6-speed transmission. The series two Vulcan 400 featured a 399 cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine like in design to the 750. The serial 2 was fitted with a chain drive and five-speed transmission to reduce cost and was produced in both Classic and Out-of-stater variations.

1990–2009: Vulcan 500 series [edit]

The Vulcan 500 (EN500A) introduced in 1990 was the successor to the Kawasaki 454 LTD. The EN500A was fitted with a parallel twin 498 cc engine nearly identical to the Kawasaki Ninja 500R. It had a half dozen speed transmission and belt concluding drive. The EN500A was discontinued after 1996 and replaced with the Vulcan 500 LTD (EN500C). Both versions were bachelor equally 1996 models. With the EN500C the ergonomics changed as well as the engine tuning. New cam shaft profiles and slightly lower compression pistons moved the power ring down to increase depression end torque. Also the carburetors were downsized from 34mm to 32mm. The belt final bulldoze was replaced with a concatenation. The Vulcan 500 LTD was discontinued subsequently the 2009 model year for a nearly xx twelvemonth production run.

2015-present: Vulcan 650 S Serial [edit]

The Vulcan 650 S (EN650AF/BF) is designated equally a Sport cruiser. Introduced in 2015 with an Ergo-Fit system designed for improve custom comfort adjustability for different rider sizes. A pick of iii foot peg positions, three seats and two handlebars are available to choose from, at time of purchase. The engine is a 649cc parallel twin derived from the Ninja 650. Retuned, heavier flywheel and redesigned intake give the Vulcan S more depression and mid range torque. It has very non traditional cruiser looks with a unique frame and suspension layout.

Vulcan 650 Due south/ABS
649cc parallel twin, fuel injected (38mm x 2 with sub-throttles), liquid cooled, DOHC 8 valve, 10.8:1 pinch ratio, 4-stroke engine
9500 rpm redline
46.3 lb-ft@6600 rpm, maximum torque^[1]
Top speed ~120 mph (claimed)^[2]
6 speed transmission
chain drive
Frame Blazon: High-tensile steel diamond frame
41mm forepart forks, adjustable rear lay down monoshock
Front end Brakes: 300mm single disc with dual piston calipers, Rear brakes: 250mm unmarried disc with single piston caliper, with bachelor ABS
Fuel Tank: iii.vii gal (xiv Litres)
Weight: 498 lbs (226 kg)
Seat Pinnacle: 27.8 in (706mm)
Front end Tire: 18"
Rear Tire: 17"
Wheelbase: 62"
Rake/Trail: 31/iv.seven"
Overall Length: ninety.0"
Overall Width: 34.half-dozen"
Overall Meridian: 43.3"
Footing Clearance: five.1"

All Specs via ^[i]

1987–2008: Vulcan 1500 series [edit]

The Vulcan 1500 Classic has a i,470 cc (90 cu in) liquid-cooled SOHC l° V-twin engine with a unmarried-pin crankshaft. It has a 27.6-inch (700 mm) seat height, wide handlebar, forward-mounted floorboards.

The Vulcan 1500 Drifter ceased product in 2005. The Vulcan 88, with its 1464 cc liquid-cooled 5-twin design was produced from 1987 through 1999. A four speed manual was blended with the, "large for its fourth dimension motor" and offered consumers a big-bore metric cruiser that was comfy and relatively light-weight at simply over 600 lbs when "rider gear up".

The 1500 Meanstreak was introduced in 2002 and lasted 2 years, before giving manner to the 1600 Meanstreak. This operation version of the 1500 had the same bones engine as the 1500FI, only sported several upgrades including new camshafts, larger valves, larger fuel injection throttle bodies, new high compression pistons, and re-designed combustion chamber. Information technology also had a slimmed down narrower gas tank. This meant an increase to 72 hp at 5500rpm and xc ft-lbs at 3000rpm, while weighing in at a mere 637 lbs dry out.^[3]

1995–2006: Vulcan 800 serial [edit]

Two models of the Vulcan were discontinued in 2006 with the introduction of the VN900. These were the VN800A introduced in 1995 and the first of Kawasaki'southward modern cruiser style. The VN800A featured a softail design, bobbed rear fender and a 21-inch front wheel. The second, the VN800B (Classic) was introduced in 1996 and had a retro styling that featured full fenders and 16-inch wheels on both front and rear.

Vulcan 800A / Classic / Drifter
- 52.9 hp (39.4 kW)
- 805 cc (49.1 cu in) liquid-cooled iv valves per cylinder V-twin
- Unmarried Keihin 36 mm carburetor
- Five-speed manual
- Subconscious mono-shock/spring back

2002–2008: Vulcan 1600 serial [edit]

Vulcan 1600 Classic
- 1,552 cc (94.7 cu in) SOHC liquid-cooled iv valves per cylinder V-twin engine
- Five-speed transmission^[iv]
Vulcan 1600 Nomad
- 1,552 cc (94.7 cu in) liquid-cooled 50° V-twin
- Digital Fuel Injection with dual 36 mm throttle bodies
- 4 valves per cylinder^[5]
Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak
- 1,552 cc (94.vii cu in) liquid-cooled fifty° V-twin
- Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjusters^[6]

2004-2010: Vulcan 2000 series [edit]

Based and congenital on the aforementioned frame, the Vulcan 2000 base model, Classic, and Classic LT have only subtle differences between the variations. The most apparent is the "bug-eye" chrome nacelle projection headlight that was first introduced on 2004 Vulcan VN2000A base of operations model. This headlight was the only offering from Kawasaki until the introduction of the Vulcan Classic VN2000D in 2006, which employed a more traditional headlight. Besides introduced in 2006, the Vulcan Classic LT VN2000F. The Classic LT had an advent similar to the Classic but added saddlebags, windshield, passenger floorboards and rider backrest to the offering.

Configuration
- ii,053 cc (125.3 cu in) 52° Five-twin engine
- 141 lb⋅ft (191 Due north⋅thou) torque @ 3,000 rpm (claimed)^[7]
  121.4 lb⋅ft (164.6 Northward⋅thousand) (rear bike)^[7]
- 116 hp (87 kW) @ 5,000 rpm (claimed)^[7]
  96.8 hp (72.2 kW) (rear cycle)^[seven]
- Belt drive
- Electronic engine control unit (ECU) with fuel injection
- Forged pistons and alloy connecting rods
- Steel double-cradle frame with box-section single-tube backbone for strength
- Dual 300 mm front disc brakes with four-piston calipers and single rear two-piston disc brakes

2006-present: Vulcan 900 series [edit]

Vulcan 900 Classic
- 903 cc (55.1 cu in) Liquid Cooled Fuel injected V-twin SOHC engine
- 50 HP @ 5,700 RPM^[8]
- 45.four ft-lb TQ @ 3,500 RPM^[8]
- Chugalug bulldoze^[9]
- Iv-valve Cylinder Head^[10]
- Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Plough Bespeak Indicators and Caution Lamps
Vulcan 900 Classic LT
- Aforementioned every bit the Classic, with the addition of:
  - Rider backrest, saddlebags, windshield, and studded accents standard
Vulcan 900 Custom
- Same as the Classic, except for:
  - 180 mm rear tire, and a sparse 21-inch bandage front end bicycle
  - Smaller, lower-contour seat with smaller pillion
  - Drag-Manner handlebars

2009-present: Vulcan 1700 series [edit]

Vulcan 1700 Classic
- ane,700 cc (104 cu in) 52° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected V-twin engine
- Half-dozen-speed transmission
- "ride-by-wire" throttle
Vulcan 1700 Archetype LT
- 1,700 cc (104 cu in) 52° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected 5-twin engine
- Half-dozen-speed transmission
- ride-by-wire throttle, windshield and leather saddlebags

Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad 1600 (2006)

Vulcan 1700 Nomad
- 1,700 cc (104 cu in) 52° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected V-twin engine
- Six-speed transmission
- "ride-by-wire" throttle, windshield and hard saddlebags^[11]
Vulcan 1700 Voyagers
- one,700 cc (104 cu in) 52° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected Five-Twin Engine
- Six-speed transmission
Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
- Since 2011.

References [edit]

^ ^a ^b "Kawasaki Vulcan® S ABS | Cruiser Motorcycle | Comfortable & Ambitious".
^ "2019 Kawasaki Vulcan Due south Review and Test Ride | GoRollick". 27 August 2019.
^ http://www.motorcycledaily.com/2001/08/31aug01kawasaki2002meanstreak/
^ Kawasaki 2003 Vulcan 1600 Classic: Doc Ride Review Archived 2008-08-21 at the Wayback Machine
^ MD First Ride: 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad Archived 2008-10-13 at the Wayback Machine
^ 2004 Kawasaki 1600 Hateful Streak: Doc Ride Review Archived 2008-08-04 at the Wayback Machine
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d "Motorbike Road Test: 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000". Motorcyclist. February 24, 2009. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
^ ^a ^b https://motorcyclereviews.com/2018-kawasaki-vulcan-900-classic-lt-custom-review-specs-cruiser/
^ 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Archetype Introduced Archived 2008-ten-24 at the Wayback Motorcar
^ Doc Get-go Ride: 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Archetype and Classic LT Archived 2008-09-16 at the Wayback Car
^ Kawasaki Introduces a Trio of Vulcan 1700s Archived 2008-09-24 at the Wayback Auto

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