Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
- Production years
- 2007–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Vulcan 900 Custom (2013-2014)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 903 cm³
- Power
- 51 hp (38 kW) at 5,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 277.1 kg
- Seat height
- 686 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom is a cruiser in the Vulcan family, produced from 2007 through 2026. For 2026, its liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 903 cm³ four-stroke V-twin produces 51 hp (38 kW) and 79.0 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm, with a wet weight of 277.1 kg.
The 686 mm seat height gives the bike a low seating position and can make foot-down stops easier, while its 277.1 kg wet weight takes more effort to manage when maneuvering at low speed. A 20.10 liter tank and EPA-estimated consumption of 4.90 L/100 km correspond to a calculated range of about 410 km. Belt final drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment, and the rear suspension’s seven-position preload adjustment lets you tune its spring setting.
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
- 0.1840 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
- 140 mm
- Overall height
- 1,120 mm
- Overall length
- 2,405 mm
- Overall width
- 894 mm
- Seat height
- 686 mm
- Wet weight
- 277.1 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
- 33.0°
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak® swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 104 mm
- Trail
- 183 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 300mm hydraulic disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/90-21
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear tyre
- 180/70-15
Model years
2008
Torque: 82.4 Nm → 82 Nm
2009
Torque: 82 Nm → 78.9 Nm
2016
Power: 50 hp (37 kW) → 48 hp (36 kW)
2020
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 50 hp (37 kW); Torque: 78.9 Nm → 78 Nm; Wet weight: 277.1 kg → 278 kg; Seat height: 686 mm → 685 mm; Fuel capacity: 20.1 L → 20 L
2021
Wet weight: 278 kg → 276.7 kg
2023
Power: 50 hp (37 kW) → 48 hp (36 kW); Torque: 78 Nm → 78.9 Nm; Wet weight: 276.7 kg → 277.1 kg; Seat height: 685 mm → 686 mm; Fuel capacity: 20 L → 20.1 L
2026
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 51 hp (38 kW); Torque: 78.9 Nm → 79 Nm
| 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 | 276.7 kg | 276.7 kg | 277.1 kg | 277.1 kg | 277.1 kg | 277.1 kg |
| Seat height | 685 mm | 685 mm | 686 mm | 686 mm | 686 mm | 686 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low seat
At 686 mm, the seat height gives shorter riders a better chance of reaching the ground comfortably at a stop.
Belt final drive
The belt needs no chain lubrication or adjustment.
Useful calculated range
The 20.10 liter tank and stated fuel-consumption estimate give a calculated range of about 410 km on a full tank.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
At 277.1 kg wet, the Vulcan 900 Custom takes more effort to push around or steady at walking pace.
Limited rear travel
The 104 mm of rear-wheel travel leaves less suspension movement available to absorb larger bumps.
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
686 mm
Approx. loaded height
656 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
What is the engine size of the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?
It has a 903 cm³ liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-stroke V-twin.
How much power and torque does the 2026 Vulcan 900 Custom make?
It produces 51 hp (38 kW) and 79.0 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?
The seat height is 686 mm.
How far can the Vulcan 900 Custom travel on a full tank?
Its 20.10 liter tank has a calculated range of about 410 km.
