2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS features a 649 cc (39.6 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) with a 10.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Vulcan S ABS measures 226 kg (498 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 706 mm (27.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,575 mm (62 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2015 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
706 mm (27.8 in)
Engine
Displacement649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Compression10.8:1
Bore x Stroke83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI with two 38mm throttle bodies, with sub-throttles
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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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