Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Cafe
- Production years
- 2016–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Vulcan S ABS Cafe (2018-Present)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Power
- 60 hp (45 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 228 kg
- Seat height
- 706 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Cafe is a cruiser in the Vulcan family, produced from 2016 through 2026. For 2026, its 649.0 cm³ liquid-cooled parallel twin makes 60 hp (45 kW) and 63.0 Nm at 6,600 rpm, with a wet weight of 228.0 kg.
The 706 mm seat makes it easier to get a foot down at stops, while the bike’s wet weight takes more effort to manage at low speeds. Its 14.00-liter tank and estimated fuel consumption of 4.56 L/100 km give a calculated range of about 307 km. A notable earlier change came in 2019: torque shifted from 77.0 Nm at 3,700 rpm in 2018 to 62.8 Nm at 6,600 rpm, so the later torque peak comes higher in the rev range.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCBI with Electronic Advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 107 g/km CO₂
- Epa co emissions
- 2.3 CO g/km
- Epa est fuel consumption
- 4.56 L/100 km
- Power
- 60 hp (45 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2802 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 63 Nm at 6,600 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 214.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14 L
- Fuel tank material
- Metal
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,130 mm
- Overall length
- 2,309 mm
- Overall width
- 879 mm
- Seat height
- 706 mm
- Wet weight
- 228 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,575 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake
- 31.0°
- Rear suspension
- Lay-down offset rear shock with linkage and adjustable preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 81 mm
- Trail
- 119 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Single 300mm disc with twin-piston caliper, ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-18
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-17
Model years
2018
Wet weight: 226 kg → 228 kg
2019
Torque: 77 Nm → 62.8 Nm
2026
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 60 hp (45 kW); Torque: 62.8 Nm → 63 Nm
| Specification | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 60 hp (45 kW) |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 77 Nm | 77 Nm | 62.8 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Wet weight | 226 kg | 226 kg | 228 kg | 228 kg | 228 kg |
| Seat height | 706 mm | 706 mm | 706 mm | 706 mm | 706 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low seat
The 706 mm seat makes footing at stops easier.
ABS on both wheels
ABS can help maintain braking control during hard stops or on slippery pavement.
Useful tank range
The 14.00-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 307 km, reducing the need for frequent fuel stops.
Things to consider
Weight at low speeds
At 228.0 kg wet, pushing the bike around or maneuvering it slowly takes more effort.
Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.
Limited rear travel
The 81 mm of rear wheel travel leaves less suspension movement to absorb sharp 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
706 mm
Approx. loaded height
676 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 14 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
255 km
With 10% reserve
229 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 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Cafe have?
It has a 649.0 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin.
How much power and torque does the 2026 Vulcan S ABS Cafe make?
It makes 60 hp (45 kW) and 63.0 Nm of torque at 6,600 rpm.
What is the estimated range on a full tank?
The calculated range is about 307 km from its 14.00-liter tank.
Does the Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Cafe have ABS?
Yes, it has ABS on both the front and rear brakes.
