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2003 Kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Classic
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MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Classic 2003
Motorcycle Style: Cruiser
ENGINE SPECS
Engine Type: 1470 cc, 4 Stroke – Liquid Cooled – V Twin
Engine Bore and Stroke: 102 mm x 90 mm
Compression Ratio: 8.6:1
Valves SOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Carburetion: Keihin CVK40
Ignition System: Digital with Throttle Responsive Ignition System: Control (K-TRIC)
Claimed Horsepower: 64 hp (47.7 kW) @ 4700 rpm
Maximum Torque: 112 Nm (82.6 ft. lbs) @ 3000 rpm
Transmission type: 5 speed
Final Drive: Shaft
CHASSIS SPECS
Suspension – Front: 41 mm telescopic fork , 87 mm travel
Suspension – Rear: Swing arm with 5-way preload adjustable shocks , 150 mm travel
Front Fork – Rake & Trail Angles: 32 / 123 mm (4.8 inches)
MISCELLANEOUS SPECS
Tire – Front: 130/90-16
Tire – Rear: 150/80-16
Brakes – Front: single 300 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
Brakes – Rear: single 270 mm disc with 1-piston calipers
DIMENSIONS
Overall – Length: 2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Overall – Width: 965 mm (38 inches)
Overall – Height: 1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Seat Height: 700 mm (27.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Ground clearance 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 16 l (4.2 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 292 kg (643.7 pounds)