Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic pairs a 1470 cc (89.7 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches) with a 8.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Vulcan 1500 Classic measures 292.1 kg (644 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 701 mm (27.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 15.89-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2005 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
701 mm (27.6 in)
Engine
Displacement1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression8.6:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK40
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital with Throttle Responsive Ignition Control (K-TRIC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh tensile steel, double cradle
Rake32.0°
Front Suspension41mm hydraulic fork
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual hydraulic shocks
Rear Travel86 mm (3.4 inches)
Ground Clearance124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight292.1 kg (644.0 pounds)
Seat Height701 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
