Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter
- Production years
- 2005–2006
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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Selected year: 2006
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 805 cm³
- Power
- 52 hp (39 kW)
- Dry weight
- 245.8 kg
- Seat height
- 759 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter is a cruiser produced for 2005–2006. The 2006 model uses an 805 cm³ liquid-cooled V-Twin making 52 hp (39 kW), with a dry weight of 245.8 kg.
Its 759 mm seat height puts the seat relatively close to the ground, while the 245.8 kg dry weight can make slow-speed maneuvers more demanding. The 1,615 mm wheelbase favors steady tracking, and the rear UNI-TRAK® shock has seven-way preload adjustment to suit different loads or rider preferences; chain final drive requires periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 66.2 mm
- Engine capacity
- 805 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- Digital with Kawasaki Throttle Responsive Ignition Control
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 52 hp (39 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2128 HP/kg (dry)
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 245.8 kg
- Ground clearance
- 160 mm
- Overall height
- 1,125 mm
- Overall length
- 2,489 mm
- Overall width
- 1,006 mm
- Seat height
- 759 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,615 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- High-tensile steel, double cradle
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
- Rake
- 31.5°
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® single shock system with seven-way preload adjustment / 4.1 in.
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 130/90-x16
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear tyre
- 140/90-x16
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Ebony / Galaxy Silver
Model years
No recorded specification changes between model years.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 805 cm³ | 805 cm³ |
| Power | 52 hp (39 kW) | 52 hp (39 kW) |
| Dry weight | 245.8 kg | 245.8 kg |
| Seat height | 759 mm | 759 mm |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable rear preload
Seven-way preload adjustment lets you tailor the rear suspension to the load or your preferred setup.
Long wheelbase
The 1,615 mm wheelbase supports steady tracking on the road.
Things to consider
Substantial dry weight
At 245.8 kg dry, the motorcycle can take more effort to maneuver at low speeds.
Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
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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
759 mm
Approx. loaded height
729 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.
FAQ
What is the engine size of the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter?
It has an 805 cm³ liquid-cooled V-Twin engine.
How much power does the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter make?
It produces 52 hp (39 kW).
What type of transmission does the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter have?
It has a manual five-speed gearbox and chain final drive.
How much does the 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Drifter weigh?
Its dry weight is 245.8 kg, and its seat height is 759 mm.
