| General information |
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| Model: | Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter |
| Year: | 2001 |
| Category: | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating: | 77.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1471.00 ccm (89.76 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2 |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Power: | 64.00 HP (46.7 kW)) @ 4700 RPM |
| Torque: | 113.00 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM |
| Bore x stroke: | 102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Physical measures |
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| Dry weight: | 304.0 kg (670.2 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 730 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wheelbase: | 1,655 mm (65.2 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Front suspension travel: | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension travel: | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 130/90-H16 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 150/80-H16 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 270 mm (10.6 inches) |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Top speed: | 182.0 km/h (113.1 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.2105 HP/kg |
| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
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