| General information |
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| Model: | Kawasaki Vulcan 800 |
| Year: | 2005 |
| Category: | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating: | 66.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 805.00 ccm (49.12 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2 |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Compression: | 9.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 88.0 x 66.2 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Keihin CVK36 |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel control: | SOHC |
| Ignition: | Digital |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| More details | Consult a Kawasaki repair manual. |
| Physical measures |
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| Dry weight: | 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,171 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Overall width: | 826 mm (32.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,626 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Frame type: | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
| Rake (fork angle): | 34.0° |
| Front suspension: | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension: | UNI-TRAK® single-shock system |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 80/90-21 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 140/90-x16 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) |
| Color options: | Candy Thunder Blue |
| Further information |
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