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2004 Kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Drifter
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– 2004 Kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Drifter
MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Drifter 2004
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: 9:1
Valves SOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Carburetion: Digital fuel injection with dual 36mm throttle bodies
Ignition System: Digital
Claimed Horsepower: 65 hp (48.5 kW) @ 4700 rpm
Maximum Torque: 112 Nm (82.6 ft. lbs) @ 3000 rpm
Transmission type: 5 speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Starting: Electronic
CHASSIS SPECS
Suspension – Front: 41 mm telescopic fork , 100 mm travel
Suspension – Rear: Dual shock absorbers , 150 mm travel
Front Fork – Rake & Trail Angles: 32 / 158 mm (6.2 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: 2490 mm (98 inches)
Overall – Width: 1005 mm (39.6 inches)
Overall – Height: 1125 mm (44.3 inches)
730 mm (28.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1655 mm (65.2 inches)
Ground clearance 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 16 l (4.2 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 302 kg (665.8 pounds)