The Kawasaki VN Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer motorcycle specifications include a 1,552 cc (94.70 cu in) engine, power of 67 hp (48.9 kW) @ 4,700 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 377 kg (831.1 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki VN Vulcan 1600 Classic Tourer compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 9% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 56th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 126% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 95th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 81% heavier than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 96th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 15% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 3rd percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 31% larger than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 79th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
67 hp — more powerful than about 56% of Kawasaki models with power data.
1,552 cc — larger displacement than about 95% of Kawasaki models.
377 kg — heavier than about 96% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 4%.
680 mm — taller than about 3% of Kawasaki models.
20 L — larger than about 79% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
2,165
2,122
Close to average.
815
833
Close to average.
1,265
1,175
8% above average.
1,685
1,441
17% above average.
680
801
15% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 150/80-M16 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 170/70-B16 |
| Front tire pressure | 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.10 L (3.28 US qt) |
| Spark plug | NGK DPR6EA-9, – |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 329 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.178 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 177.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 43.2 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.07:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Category | Cross / motocross |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,552 cc (94.70 cu in) |
| Power | 67 hp (48.9 kW) @ 4,700 rpm |
| Torque | 127.0 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) @ 2,700 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 102.0 x 95 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI, 2x 36 mm |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starter | Electric |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.10 L (3.28 US qt) |
| Spark plugs | NGK DPR6EA-9, – |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Double-cradle, high-tensile steel |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork 41 mm |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin-shock |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 32.0° |
| Trail | 184 mm (7.2 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 43 mm (1.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. 2-piston calipers |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 150/80-M16 |
| Rear tire | 170/70-B16 |
| Front tire pressure | 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 377 kg (831.1 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 350 kg (771.6 lb) |
| Seat height | 680 mm (26.8 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,165 mm (85.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,265 mm (49.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,685 mm (66.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 20.00 L (5.28 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 6.08 L/100 km (16.4 km/l or 38.69 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 141.1 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 177.0 km/h (110.0 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1914 hp/kg |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12V-18Ah battery |
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Other specifications
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
|---|---|
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
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