Kawasaki Vulcan S: specs and comparison
Kawasaki Vulcan S (Cruiser, since 2015): 649 cc engine, 45 kW / 61 hp, 225 kg (with fluids), seat height 705 mm. Licence: A2 with restriction kit.
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Specs
Version since 2015
| Years | since 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | Cruiser |
| Licence | A2 with restriction kit |
| Engine | 649 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 45 kW / 61 hp |
| Weight | 225 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 705 mm |
| ABS | ABS from 2016 |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 14 l |
| Fuel use | 5 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 240 km |
| New price (official list, DE) | £7,400 |
| Used price (estimate) | £4,700 - £8,500 |
Why it's worth it
- Comfortable riding position
- Proven, reliable engine
- Cheap and simple servicing
- Low seat: up to 780 mm
Weak points
- Not great for a passenger
What to check on a used one
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
- Service history: stamps and invoices
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Questions
Is the Kawasaki Vulcan S A2-legal?
Yes, with a restrictor kit to 35 kW: A2 allows restricting bikes whose full power is up to 70 kW, and this one makes 45 kW.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Vulcan S?
705 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan S weigh?
225 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the Kawasaki Vulcan S?
About 5 l/100 km; with the 14 l tank that is roughly 240 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.