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Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic 2006

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2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic

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Featuring a low, “stretched” chassis that gives it a sleekness all its own, the Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Classic matches good looks with muscular V-twin power to offer big-bore cruisers a ride that won’t soon be forgotten.

General information
Model:	Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic
Year:	2006
Category:	Custom / cruiser
Rating:	71 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Safety:	See our safety campaign with the high safety rated bikes in this category.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1552.00 ccm (94.70 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V2
Stroke:	4
Compression:	9.0:1
Bore x stroke:	102.0 x 95.0 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel system:	Carburettor. DFI with Keihin 46mm Throttle Bodies (2)
Valves per cylinder:	2
Fuel control:	SOHC
Ignition:	TCBI with digital advance
Starter:	Electric
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	5-speed
Physical measures
Dry weight:	306.2 kg (675.0 pounds)
Seat height:	696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall length:	2,504 mm (98.6 inches)
Overall width:	1,039 mm (40.9 inches)
Ground clearance:	130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,679 mm (66.1 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Rake (fork angle):	32.0°
Front suspension:	41mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspension:	Dual air assisted shocks
Front tyre dimensions:	130/90-x16
Rear tyre dimensions:	170/70-x16
Front brakes:	Double disc
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Speed and acceleration
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)
Color options:	Metallic Ocean Blue/Metallic Phantom Silver, Ebony/Candy Fire Red
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