Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
- Production years
- 2006–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Vulcan 900 Classic (2011-2012)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 903 cm³
- Power
- 51 hp (38 kW) at 5,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 281 kg
- Seat height
- 681 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic is a cruiser in the Vulcan family, produced from 2006 through 2026. For 2026, its liquid-cooled 903 cm³ V-twin makes 51 hp (38 kW) and 79 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm; wet weight is 281 kg.
The 681 mm seat height gives the bike a low seating position, while its 281 kg wet weight can make slow-speed maneuvering more demanding. A 20.10-liter tank and 4.90 L/100 km (48.0 US mpg) fuel consumption correspond to a calculated range of about 410 km. Belt final drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment, and the rear suspension’s 7-way adjustable spring preload lets you tune it for load and riding conditions.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 74.2 mm
- Engine capacity
- 903 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCBI with Electronic Advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 115 g/km CO₂
- Epa co emissions
- 3.1 CO g/km
- Epa est fuel consumption
- 4.9 L/100 km
- Power
- 51 hp (38 kW) at 5,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1815 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 79 Nm at 3,500 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc
- Final drive
- Belt
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 20.1 L
- Fuel tank material
- Metal
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Overall height
- 1,064 mm
- Overall length
- 2,464 mm
- Overall width
- 1,006 mm
- Seat height
- 681 mm
- Wet weight
- 281 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,646 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Double-cradle, steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm Showa telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake
- 32.0°
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak swingarm, 7 way adjustable spring preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 104 mm
- Trail
- 160 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 300mm hydraulic disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear tyre
- 180/70-15
Model years
2007
Fuel capacity: 18.2 L → 20.1 L
2009
Torque: 82.4 Nm → 78.9 Nm
2012
Wet weight: 281 kg → 281.1 kg
2016
Power: 50 hp (37 kW) → 48 hp (36 kW); Torque: 78.9 Nm → 77 Nm
2017
Seat height: 681 mm → 680 mm; Fuel capacity: 20.1 L → 20 L
2020
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 50 hp (37 kW); Torque: 77 Nm → 78 Nm; Wet weight: 281.1 kg → 281 kg
2021
Wet weight: 281 kg → 298.1 kg
2022
Wet weight: 298.1 kg → 281.1 kg
2023
Power: 50 hp (37 kW) → 48 hp (36 kW); Torque: 78 Nm → 78.9 Nm
2026
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 51 hp (38 kW); Torque: 78.9 Nm → 79 Nm; Wet weight: 281.1 kg → 281 kg; Seat height: 680 mm → 681 mm; Fuel capacity: 20 L → 20.1 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 903 cm³ | 903 cm³ | 903 cm³ | 903 cm³ | 903 cm³ | 903 cm³ |
| Power | 50 hp (37 kW) | 50 hp (37 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 78 Nm | 78.9 Nm | 78.9 Nm | 78.9 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Wet weight | 298.1 kg | 281.1 kg | 281.1 kg | 281.1 kg | 281.1 kg | 281 kg |
| Seat height | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 681 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20.1 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low seat
At 681 mm, the seat height can make it easier to put a foot down when stopping.
Belt final drive
The belt needs no chain lubrication or adjustment.
Adjustable rear preload
Seven preload settings let you adapt the rear suspension to different loads.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speeds
The 281 kg wet weight can take more effort to manage during tight, slow maneuvers.
Limited ground clearance
The 135 mm ground clearance leaves less room for clearing raised obstacles.
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
681 mm
Approx. loaded height
651 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 20.1 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
365 km
With 10% reserve
329 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic make?
It produces 51 hp (38 kW).
What is the torque of the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic?
It makes 79 Nm at 3,500 rpm.
How tall is the seat on the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic?
The seat height is 681 mm.
What is the fuel range of the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic?
Its calculated range on a full 20.10-liter tank is about 410 km.
