Vulcan S, not your average cruiser. Standing apart, with its Parallel Twin engine, unique frame and suspension layout and designed for independent minded riders, Vulcan S does not require the rider to conform to some “herd-mentality”, outdated fashion or lifestyle. Accessible in all senses of the word, the accommodating new Vulcan S encourages you to go Your Way!
Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
Valve system | DOHC, 8 valves |
Bore x stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm |
Displacement | 649 cm³ |
Fuel system | Fuel injection: 38 mm x 2 |
Lubrication | Forced lubrication, semi‑dry sump |
Starting system | Electric |
Ignition system | Battery & Coil (transistorised ignition) |
Maximum power | 44.7 kW {61 PS} / 7,500 rpm |
Maximum torque | 62.4 N•m {6.4 kgf•m} / 6,600 rpm |
CO2 emission | 104 g/km |
Fuel consumption | 4.5 l/100km |
CO2 emission 35 kW kit | 102 g/km |
Fuel consumption 35 kW kit | 4.4 l/100km |
Transmission | 6-speed, return shift |
Clutch | Wet, multi disc |
Primary reduction ratio | 2.095 (88 / 42) |
Gear ratios 1st | 2.438 (39 / 16) |
Gear ratios 2nd | 1.714 (36 / 21) |
Gear ratios 3rd | 1.333 (32 / 24) |
Gear ratios 4th | 1.111 (30 / 27) |
Gear ratios 5th | 0.966 (28 / 29) |
Gear ratios 6th | 0.852 (23 / 27) |
Final reduction ratio | 3.067 (46 / 15) |
Frame type | Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel |
Trail | 120 mm |
Wheel travel front | 130 mm |
Wheel travel rear | 80 mm |
Tyre, front | 120/70 R18 M/C 59H |
Tyre, rear | 160/60 R17 M/C 69H |
L x W x H | 2,310 x 880 x 1,100 mm |
Steering angle L R | 35° / 35° |
Wheel base | 1,575 mm |
Ground clearance | 130 mm |
Fuel capacity | 14.0 litres |
Seat height | 705 mm |
Curb mass | 229 kg |
Front brake type | Single disc |
Front brake diameter | Ø 300 mm |
Front brake caliper type | Dual-piston |
Rear brake type | Single disc |
Rear brake diameter | Ø 250 mm |
Rear brake caliper type | Single-piston |
Front suspension type | Telescopic fork |
Front suspension diameter | Ø 41 mm |
Rear suspension type | Laydown offset single-shock, linkage equipped, and 7-way spring preload adjustability |
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