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Is Vulcan 1500 reliable?
Reliability & build quality In all, the bike/engine was running in various guises for around sixteen years, so something must be right with it. More reliable than its American counterparts, the VN rumbles on and on. Finish is very good.
What is a 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan worth?
$4,649 $745
Values
| Suggested List Price | Low Retail | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Price | $4,649 | $745 |
| Options (Change) | ||
| Total Price | $4,649 | $745 |
How fast is a Vulcan 1500?
Overall, engine configuration lends to a top speed of 107 mph (172 km/h), a maximum horsepower of 64-65 hp/47-48 kW @ 4,700 RPM, and a torque output of 113-114 Nm (11.5-11.6 kgf-m) @ 2,800-3,800 RPM. Most trims share these performance figures.
Is the Vulcan 1500 fuel injected?
Not only does the Vulcan 1500 Classic Fi feature the look, feel and sound of a 1950s-era cruiser motorcycle, but its high-tech digitally-controlled fuel injection system and other refinements give it great performance.
When did the Vulcan 1500 GET fuel injection?
The Vulcan 1500 Nomad, introduced in 1998, and recently released Nomad FI (fuel injection) were the touring variations of the bike. The Vulcan 1500 Drifter, introduced last year, was the retro rendition.
What kind of oil does a Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 take?
SAE 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil, 1 Quart by Lucas Oil®.
How long is a Kawasaki Vulcan 1500?
The Kawasaki Vulcan Classic 1500 FI measures 2,505 x 995 x 1,140 mm (98.6 x 39.2 x 44.9 inches). Meanwhile, the rest of the trims’ dimensions are within ± 2% of these measurements.
What type of oil does a Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 take?
When did the Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 come out?
The Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 is a cruiser motorcycle produced by Kawasaki from 1987 to 2008. Recognized as “the King of custom cruiser bikes,” the two-wheeler looked every part a road-ready bobber out of the crate – with its monstrous engine, 120-mph top speed, and flashy exterior.
What kind of Forks does a Vulcan 1500 have?
Most Vulcan 1500 bikes (except for the Mean Streak) have 41-mm hydraulic telescopic forks. At the back, they have a swingarm and air-/rebound-damping-adjustable twin shocks. Wheel travel offered is 150 mm (5.9 inches) at the front and a range of 87 to 100 mm (3.4 to 3.9 inches) at the back, depending on trim and year.
Where is the fuel gauge on a Vulcan?
The only other gauge on the Vulcan is a nice, large fuel gauge mounted in, you guessed it, a heavily chromed console on top of the fuel tank. You’ll have to keep a close eye on this gauge though, as the needle sweeps quite rapidly from Full to Empty.