Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 relies on a 2050 cc (125.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 103.0 x 123.2 mm (4.1 x 4.9 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Vulcan 2000 measures 340.2 kg (750 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 681 mm (26.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,735 mm (68.3 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20.81-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2005 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
681 mm (26.8 in)
Engine
Displacement2050.0 ccm (125.09 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke103.0 x 123.2 mm (4.1 x 4.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK36
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Rake32.0°
Front Suspension49mm telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionSteel pipe swingarm with direct-action single shock
Wheelbase1735 mm (68.3 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre150/80-R16
Rear Tyre200/60-R16
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight340.2 kg (750.0 pounds)
Seat Height681 mm (26.8 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.
