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Key specifications
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 942 cm³ | 903 cm³ |
| Power | 54 hp (40 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) |
| Torque | 76.8 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Wet weight | 278 kg | 277.1 kg |
| Seat height | 675 mm | 686 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17 L | 20.1 L |
| Fuel consumption | — | 4.9 L/100 km |
| Estimated fuel range | — | 410 km |
Full specification comparison
Engine
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 942 cm³ | 903 cm³ |
| Power | 54 hp (40 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) |
| Torque | 76.8 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine type | V-Twin, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
Transmission
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 5-speed | Manual 5-speed |
| Final drive | Belt | Belt |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 278 kg | 277.1 kg |
| Seat height | 675 mm | 686 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,685 mm | 1,646 mm |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17 L | 20.1 L |
Chassis and suspension
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Steel Double Cradle | Double-cradle, steel |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | 41mm Showa telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Uni-Trak® swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload |
Brakes and wheels
| Specification | Yamaha XV S950A Midnight Star2015 | Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydralic | Single 300mm hydraulic disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydralic | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Front tyre | 130/70-18 | 80/90-21 |
| Rear tyre | 170/70-16 | 180/70-15 |