Kawasaki Vulcan 750
- Production years
- 2005–2006
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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Selected year: 2006
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 749 cm³
- Power
- 49 hp (37 kW)
- Dry weight
- 219.1 kg
- Seat height
- 734 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 750 is a cruiser produced from 2005 to 2006. The 2006 model has a 749.0 cm³ liquid-cooled V-Twin producing 49 hp (37 kW); its dry weight is 219.1 kg.
A 734 mm seat height gives the rider a low seating position, while the 219.1 kg dry weight can make slow-speed maneuvers more demanding. Shaft drive removes the chain-cleaning and adjustment routine, and the air-assisted rear shocks have four-way rebound damping for suspension adjustments.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 84.9 x 66.2 mm
- Engine capacity
- 749 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 49 hp (37 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2246 HP/kg (dry)
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 219.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.6 L
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Overall height
- 1,224 mm
- Overall length
- 2,296 mm
- Overall width
- 851 mm
- Seat height
- 734 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,580 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
- Rake
- 32.0°
- Rear suspension
- Air-assisted dual shocks with 4-way rebound damping / 3.5 in.
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-x19
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear tyre
- 150/90-x15
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Ebony / Candy Persimmon Red
Model years
No recorded specification changes between model years.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 749 cm³ | 749 cm³ |
| Power | 49 hp (37 kW) | 49 hp (37 kW) |
| Dry weight | 219.1 kg | 219.1 kg |
| Seat height | 734 mm | 734 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.6 L | 13.6 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low seat
At 734 mm, the seat can make it easier for shorter riders to get their feet down at stops.
Shaft final drive
Shaft drive means there is no chain to clean or adjust.
Adjustable rear shocks
Air assistance and four-way rebound damping give riders options for tuning the rear suspension.
Things to consider
Weight at low speeds
Its 219.1 kg dry weight can take more effort to manage during parking and other slow-speed maneuvers.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
734 mm
Approx. loaded height
704 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 13.6 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
247 km
With 10% reserve
223 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 have?
It has a 749.0 cm³ liquid-cooled V-Twin with a carburetor.
How much power does the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 make?
It produces 49 hp (37 kW).
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 750 weigh, and how high is its seat?
Dry weight is 219.1 kg, and seat height is 734 mm.
Does the Kawasaki Vulcan 750 have chain drive?
No, it uses shaft drive, so there is no chain to clean or adjust.
