Technical Details Kawasaki Vulcan 500
Engine Type
Four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin
Displacement
498 cc
Bore & Stroke
74.0 x 58.0 mm
Cooling
Liquid
Compression Ratio
10.2:1
Carburetor
Keihin CVK32 x 2
Ignition
Digital TCBI
Final Drive
O-Ring Chain
Transmission
6-Speed
Frame
Double-cradle, steel
Rake/Trail
33°/5.9 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel
41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel
Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in.
Front Tire Size
100/90-19
Rear Tire Size
140/90-15
Wheelbase
62.8 in.
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic disc
Rear Brake Type
Mechanical drum
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.0 gal.
Seat Height
 28.1 in.
Curb Weight
 471.9 lb.
Overall Length
 91.3 in.
Overall Width
 32.7 in.
Overall Height
 44.3 in.
Ground Clearance
4.7 in.