Kawasaki Vulcan

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The name Vulcan has been used by Kawasaki for their custom motorcycle or cruiser since 1984, the designation of the VN model, uses most of the V-twin engines ranging from 125 to 2,053Ã, cc ( 7.6 to 125.3 cu on).

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Model history

1984-2006: Vulcan 750 series

In 1985 Kawasaki was launched, worldwide, Vulcan VN700A, the first cruiser powered by its first V-twin engine. VN700A has a drive shaft. Kawasaki also makes a rare VZ 750 variant with chrome wheel arches and other subtle differences. To avoid US tariffs on Japanese motorcycles above 700cc, the initial US model was limited to 699 cc, but in 1986, the tariff was revoked so the engine capacity increased to 749 cc. Regardless of the paint scheme, Vulcan remained unchanged for a 22-year production period with only a few component adjustments.

1986-2004: Vulcan 400 series

Kawasaki introduced the Vulcan 400 in 1986 as a beginner level cruiser. For the first series, The Vulcan 400 features 398 cc liquid-cooled twin engines, and is equipped with a six-speed transmission belt and transmission. The 2 Series Vulcan 400 features a 399 cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine similar to the design up to 750 Series 2 equipped with chain drive and a five-speed transmission to reduce costs and are manufactured in both Classical and Drifter variations.

1990-2009: Vulcan 500 series

The Vulcan 500 (EN500A) introduced in 1990 is the successor to the Kawasaki 454 LTD. The EN500A comes with a parallel 498 cc twin engine that is almost identical to the Kawasaki Ninja 500R. It has a 6 speed transmission and a belt end drive. EN500A was discontinued after 1996 and replaced with Vulcan 500 LTD (EN500C). Both versions are available as a 1996 model. With the EN500C, the ergonomics change as well as the engine tuning. The new cam shaft profile and slightly lower compression pistons move the power band down to increase the low end torque. Also the carburettor downsized from 34mm to 32mm. Final drive belt is replaced with chain. Vulcan 500 LTD was discontinued after model year 2009 to run production nearly 20 years.

1987-2008: Vulcan 1500 series

The Vulcan 1500 Classic features a SOHC 50Ã, Â ° V-twin cooled 1,470 cc (90 Â ° cuÃ, in) engine with a single pin crankshaft. It has a high seat of 27.6 inches (700 mm), wide handlebar, floor boards are fitted to the front.

The Vulcan 1500 Drifter stopped production in 2005. The Vulcan 88, with 1464 cc cc-cooled V-twin designs manufactured from 1987 to 1999. The four-speed transmission is mixed with, "big for its timed motors" and offers consumers a large metric cruiser -bore comfortable and relatively light at over  £ 600 when the "rider is ready".

The 1500 Meanstreak was introduced in 2002 and lasted 2 years, before surrendering to the 1600 Meanstreak. The performance version of the 1500 has the same basic engine as the 1500FI, but has several upgrades including new camshafts, larger valves, larger fuel injection throttle bodies, new high compression pistons, and redesigned combustion chamber. It also has a sleeker gas tank. This means the increase to 72 hours at 5500rpm and 90ft/lbs at 3000rpm, while weighing only 637lbs.

1995-2006: Vulcan 800 series

Two Vulcan models were discontinued in 2006 with the introduction of VN900. This is the VN800A introduced in 1995 and the first of the modern Kawasaki style cruiser. The VN800A features a softail design, rear fender bob and a 21-inch front wheel. The second, VN800B (Classic) was introduced in 1996 and has retro styling featuring full fenders and 16-inch wheels in front and rear.

• Vulcan 800A/Classic/Drifter
  • 42.9 hp (32.0 kW)
  • 805 cc (49.1 cuÃ, in) liquid-cooled four valves per cylinder V-twin
  • Keihin 36mm single carburetor
  • Five speed transmission
  • Hidden mono-shock/spring return

2002-2009: Vulcan 1600 series

• Vulcan 1600 Classic
  • 1,552 cc (94,7Ã, Â ° c) SOHC liquid-cooled four valves per cylinder V-twin engine
  • Five speed transmission
• Vulcan 1600 Nomad
  • 1,552Ã, cc (94,7Ã,  ° cuÃ,  °) liquid-cooled 50Ã,  ° V-twin
  • Digital Fuel Injection with 36 mm double throttle body
  • Four valves per cylinder
• Vulcan 1600 Means the Streak
  • 1,552Ã, cc (94,7Ã,  ° cuÃ,  °) liquid-cooled 50Ã,  ° V-twin
  • Hydraulic Lash Valve Setter

2004-2010: Vulcan 2000 series

Based and built on the same frame, the basic models of Vulcan 2000, Classical, and Classical LT have only subtle differences between the variations. The most obvious is the projected chrome nacelle "bug-eye" lamp that was first introduced on the Vulcan VN2000A 2004 base model. This headlight was the only offer from Kawasaki until the introduction of the Vulcan Classic VN2000D in 2006, using more traditional lights. Also introduced in 2006, Vulcan Classic LT VN2000F. The Classic LT has a similar look to the Classic but adds saddlebags, windshield, passenger boards and passenger backstop to offerings.

• Configuration
  • 2.053Ã, cc (125.3 Â ° c) 52 Â ° V-twin engine
  • 141Ã, lb? ft (191Ã, N? m) torque @ 3,000Ã, rpm (claimed)
    121.4 lb? Ft (164,6Ã, N? M) (rear wheel)
  • 116Ã, hp (87Ã, kW) @ 5.000Ã, rpm (claimed)
    96.8 hp (72.2 kW) (rear wheel)
  • Belt drive
  • Electronic machine control unit (ECU) with fuel injection
  • Fake piston and alloy connecting rod
  • Double steel frame frames with one-piece backbone boxes for strength
  • 300 mm double front disc brakes with four piston calipers and single rear two-piston disc brakes

2006-date: Vulcan 900 series

• Vulcan 900 Classic
  • 903 cc (55.1 cuÃ, in) Liquid Cooled V-twin SOHC machine
  • Belt drive
  • Cylinder Head four valves
  • Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Warning Light
• Vulcan 900 Classic LT
  • Same as Classic, in addition:
    • Standard passenger, saddlebag, and accent standard.
• Vulcan 900 Custom
  • Same as Classic, except for:
    • rear tires 180Ã, mm, and a thin 21-inch cast-iron wheel
    • Small seats and low profile with smaller pitchers
    • Drag-Style Handlebar

2009-date: Vulcan 1700 series

• Vulcan 1700 Classic
  • 1,700 cc (104Ã, Â ° C) 52 Â ° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected V-twin engine
  • Six-speed transmission
  • "throttle" pull-by-wire
• Vulcan 1700 Classic LT
  • 1,700 cc (104Ã, Â ° C) 52 Â ° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected V-twin engine
  • Six-speed transmission
  • wire by wheel throttle, windshields and leather saddlebags

• Vulcan 1700 Nomad
  • 1,700 cc (104Ã, Â ° C) 52 Â ° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel-injected V-twin engine
  • Six-speed transmission
  • "ride-by-wire" throttle, windshield and hard saddlebags
• Vulcan 1700 Voyagers
  • 1,700 cc (104Ã, Â ° C) 52 Â ° SOHC liquid-cooled fuel injected V-Twin Engine
  • Six-speed transmission
• Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
  • Since 2011.

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References

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External links

• Media related to Kawasaki VN on Wikimedia Commons

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