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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD Specifications
Print Specs  
Dimensions, Weights, Capacities
Length91.3 (inches)
Rake33 (degrees)
Trail5.9 (inches)
Wheelbase62.8 (inches)
Seat Height28.1 (inches)
Dry Weight439 (lbs.)
Fuel Capacity4 (gallons)
Oil CapacityN/A (quarts)
Ground Clearance4.7 (inches)
Performance
Engine ModelFour-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin
Engine TypeFour-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin
No. Of Cylinders2
Piston Displacement498 (Cubic Centimeters)
Bore & Stroke74 x 58 (millimeters)
Engine Torque33 lb-ft @6,000 RPM
Fuel SystemKeihin CVK32 x2
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Miles Per GallonN/A
Primary DriveChain
IgnitionDigial TCBI
CoolingLiquid
StarterN/A
Gear RatioN/A
Gear Ratio 2ndN/A
Gear Ratio 3rdN/A
Gear Ratio 4thN/A
Gear Ratio 5thN/A
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes
Front Suspension41mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork
Rear SuspensionDual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload
Front BrakesHydraulic Disc
Rear BrakesDrum
Front Tire100/90 -19
Rear Tire140/90 - 15
Front Suspension Travel5.9 (inches)
Rear Suspension Travel3.9 (inches)
Drive Train
TransmissionSix - Speed
Final DriveO-Ring Chain
Warranty
Warranty12 Months
Pricing
MSRP5049 (USD)
FreightN/A (USD)
Color OptionN/A (USD)
Wheel OptionN/A (USD)
Security SystemN/A (USD)
ESPFIN/A (USD)



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