Built around Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad pairs a 1552 cc (94.7 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 127.5 Nm (94 lb-ft) at 2,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 102.0 x 95.0 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Vulcan 1600 Nomad measures 350.2 kg (772 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 719 mm (28.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,689 mm (66.5 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.
Standover Height
719 mm (28.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1552.0 ccm (94.70 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque127.5 Nm (13.0 kgf-m or 94.0 ft.lbs) @ 2700 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 95.0 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. DFI with Keihin 46mm Throttle Bodies (2)
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCBI Dual Plug Digital Advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Front Suspension43mm Fork
Rear SuspensionTwin Air Adjustable Shocks, 4-Way Rebound Damping
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre150/80-16
Rear Tyre170/70-16
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight350.2 kg (772.0 pounds)
Seat Height719 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMetallic Dark Green/Metallic Phantom Silver, Ebony
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
