Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic relies on a 1552 cc (94.7 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65.7 HP (48 kW) while maximum torque reaches 127 Nm (93.7 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 42.3 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Vulcan 1600 Classic measures 306.2 kg (675 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.66 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 696 mm (27.4 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,679 mm (66.1 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20.06-liter (5.3 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.
Specific Output
42.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.21 HP/kg (4.66 kg/HP)
Standover Height
696 mm (27.4 in)
Engine
Displacement1552.0 ccm (94.70 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power65.7 HP (48.0 kW))
Torque127.0 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 95.0 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh-tensile steel, double cradle
Rake32.0°
Trail168 mm (6.6 inches)
Front Suspension41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual air-assisted shocks / 3.7 in.
Rear Travel94 mm (3.7 inches)
Wheelbase1679 mm (66.1 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-x16
Rear Tyre170/70-x16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Six-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight306.2 kg (675.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2146 HP/kg
Seat Height696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall Length2504 mm (98.6 inches)
Overall Width1039 mm (40.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsEbony, Two-Tone Candy Cardinal Red/Metallic Phantom Silver
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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
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