2026 Kawasaki VULCAN S
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Specifications
| Engine | 649cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin |
| Power | 45 kW {61 PS} / 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 63 Nm {6.4 kgfm} / 6,600 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: ø38 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 litres |
| Seat Height | 705 mm (27.8 in) |
| Curb Weight* | 226 kg (498 lb) |
| Wheelbase | 1,575 mm (62.0 in) |
| Road Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | ø41 mm telescopic fork / 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Offset laydown single-shock, linkage-equipped, with adjustable preload / 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Front Brake | ø300 mm disc with dual-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake | ø250 mm disc with single-piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 120/70R18M/C 59H |
| Rear Tire | 160/60R17M/C 69H |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 2,310 x 880 x 1,100 mm (90.9 x 34.6 x 43.3 in) |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Frame | Perimeter, high-tensile steel |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| Rake / Trail | 31.0° / 120 mm |
| Bore x Stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm |
| Instrumentation | Analogue-style tachometer + multi-function LCD screen with gear position indicator, fuel gauge, digital speedometer, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining range, average/instant fuel consumption and Economical Riding Indicator |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Steering Angle (L/R) | 35° / 35° |
| Estimated Dry Weight** | 212 kg (467 lb) |
| Kawasaki Protection Plus | 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months |