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2003 Kawasaki VN 400 Vulcan Drifter
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– 2003 Kawasaki VN 400 Vulcan Drifter
MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Kawasaki VN 400 Vulcan Drifter 2003
Motorcycle Style: Cruiser
ENGINE SPECS
Engine Type: 399 cc, 4 Stroke – Liquid Cooled – V-Twin
Engine Bore and Stroke: 62 mm x 66.2 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
Valves SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder
Carburetion: KEIHIN CVK32+ accelerating pump
Ignition System: Electronic advanced angle type transistor
Claimed Horsepower: 33 hp (24.6 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque: 32 Nm (23.6 ft. lbs) @ 6200 rpm
Type of Lubrication: Wet sump
Clutch System: Wet multiple plates
Transmission type: 5 speed
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.533 (38/15), 2nd 1.650 (33/20), 3th 1.230 (32/26), 4th 1.000 (29/29), 5th 0.857 (24/28)
Primary Drive Ratio: 2.184 (83/38)
Final Drive: Chain, 3.444 (62/18)
Starting: Electronic
CHASSIS SPECS
Suspension – Front: Telescopic (inner tube diameter 41mm
Suspension – Rear: Swing arm (uni- track/truck)
MISCELLANEOUS SPECS
Tire – Front: 130/90-16
Tire – Rear: 140/90-16
Brakes – Front: single 300 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
Brakes – Rear: single 270 mm disc with 2-piston calipers
DIMENSIONS
Overall – Length: 2490 mm (98 inches)
Overall – Width: 995 mm (39.2 inches)
Overall – Height: 1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Seat Height: 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1600 mm (63 inches)
Ground clearance 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 15 l (4 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 245 kg (540.1 pounds)
