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2010 Kawasaki Vulcan® 900 Classic
Discover the Beauty of Balanced Performance
Kawasaki builds larger and more expensive cruisers, but they don’t build them any better, more fun to ride, or with more character than the Vulcan® 900 Classic: 903cc of fuel-injected V-twin Kawasaki know-how provides more than enough thrust in a bike that weighs just 620 pounds — accompanied by all the rumble the law allows. Classic looks enforce a long, low frame that carries the rider just 26.8 inches from the pavement. From there, Kawasaki adds plenty of expensive-looking chrome, quality paint and stylish spoked wheels, then sweetens the deal with an easy-to-swallow price tag.
This Vulcan’s winning combo will please entry-level riders and anyone seeking class leading power and torque, but wanting more agility than a large-displacement machine. Blessed with plenty of charisma and class-leading ergonomics, the Vulcan 900 matches its powerplant and chassis prowess with great looks too: Graceful fenders and fuel tank accentuated by a polished chrome-accented air cleaner and chrome headlight give it the classic cruiser curves. A subtle matte-black frame balances the stylish modern flair in its bodywork, low-slung seat, and stylish tail light.
The visual treats continue with curved cooling fins on the big, classic-looking V-twin, which fairly bristles with modern touches inside including four-valve-per-cylinder performance and liquid-cooled reliability. An engine counterbalancer works with the single-pin crankshaft to produce that distinctive guttural, classic V-twin sound and feel, but without the annoying V-twin vibration.
Rugged and reliable belt final drive on the Vulcan 900 keeps the overall weight down, improves rear-end styling and provides the rider with additional customizing opportunities — and the largest rear tire in its class also contribute to the Vulcan 900’s big bike feel.
The Vulcan 900’s low seat height and tapered seat do not discriminate against shorter riders. Comfortable enough for any distance, the front bucket seat flows nicely into the largest capacity fuel tank in its class, and the lower chassis rails provide a narrowed shape for a shorter reach to the pavement — ideal for shorter riders. The rear pillion pad makes it painless to share the two-wheeled experience. The wide handlebars, seat and floorboard layout offers an ideal ergonomic relationship, making for a relaxing mount.
Some of the other features that make the Vulcan 900 appealing to such a wide audience are a fork offset and rake designed for light, effortless maneuvering at low, in-town speeds. The 900 Classic is equipped with an auto-fast idle system that uses an rpm feedback relay to help ensure a fixed engine speed in all starting conditions. Its easy-to-control fuel-injection makes ultra-low speed riding surprisingly easy, and the abundant low-rpm torque provides thrilling roll-on acceleration. At home, around town or on the open road, this motorcycle is built for hour upon hour of riding pleasure.
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Features
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903cc V-Twin SOHC Engine - Tuned to deliver a healthy dose of torque at low rpm
903cc V-Twin SOHC Engine - Smooth and reliable
903cc V-Twin SOHC Engine - Gear-driven balancer allows use of single pin crankshaft without excessive vibration
Four-Valve Cylinder Head - Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow, for more power and low-end torque
Four-Valve Cylinder Head - Single overhead cam design is simple, lightweight and practical
Four-Valve Cylinder Head - Extremely efficient intake tracts feature ports that narrow near the combustion chamber to increase intake flow speed for more efficient filling and increased torque
Four-Valve Cylinder Head - Long intake tracts for great low-end response
Liquid and Air Cooling - Exceptional thermal control with finned cylinders and head and liquid cooling combination
Liquid and Air Cooling - Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power
Liquid and Air Cooling - Automatic fan keeps things cool even in traffic
Liquid and Air Cooling - Includes temperature warning light
Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner - Maintains precise valve timing with no maintenance
Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner - Assures greater reliability
Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner - Hidden from view to preserve the engine’s clean, basic look
Dual Slash-Cut Mufflers - Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain honeycomb catalyzers to reduce emissions
Positive Neutral Finder - Just lift the shift pedal from first gear at a stop to easily find neutral, every time
Electronic Fuel Injection - Dual throttle bodies with sub throttles provide optimum performance and rideability
Electronic Fuel Injection - The sub throttles, located behind the main throttle valve, are controlled by the ECU so that the DFI® system retains more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor
Electronic Fuel Injection - Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for better acceleration, combustion and fuel consumption
Belt Drive - Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and suspension action
Belt Drive - More efficient so more power reaches the rear wheel
Belt Drive - Low maintenance and low noise
Double Cradle Frame - Very rigid large-diameter box section backbone allows a larger fuel tank, and helps contribute to high stability and lightweight handling at low speeds
Double Cradle Frame - Triangular swingarm looks like a hardtail design, but acts on a single shock hidden beneath the seat
Double Cradle Frame - Long and low for minimal seat height, maximum visual impact
Double Cradle Frame - Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort handling at ultra-low speeds
Double Cradle Frame - Long wheelbase contributes to highway stability
Low Stepped Seat - Ultra-low 26.8-inch seat height allows riders to easily plant both feet on the ground at stops
Low Stepped Seat - Laid-back riding comfort for two
Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lamps - Gives you the information you need at-a-glance
Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lamps - Compact design complements the bike’s clean look
Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lamps - 5.3-gallon fuel tank is largest in its class
41mm Front Fork - Excellent rigidity and 5.9 inches of travel — the most in its class
41mm Front Fork - 32 degrees rake angle for excellent straight line stability
41mm Front Fork - Wide fork pitch for classic look
Front and Rear Disc Brakes - A 272mm front and 242mm rear disc have twin-piston calipers for some of the best stopping power in the class
Custom Spoke Wheels - Chromed steel rims and spokes
Custom Spoke Wheels - “Spool-style” polished aluminum front hub
Wide Rear Tire - 180mm rear tire provides added stability while projecting a powerful image
Wide Rear Tire - Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers
Wide Rear Tire - Widest rear tire in its class
2010 Kawasaki Vulcan® 900 Classic
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC, 4-Valve Cylinder Head, V-Twin
- Displacement
- 903cc / 55.1 cu.in.
- Bore x Stroke
- 88 x 74.2 mm
- Maximum Torque
- 58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
- Compression Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Fuel Injection
- EFI with dual 34mm Keihin Throttle Bodies
- Fuel Capacity
- 5.3 gal.
Transmission
- Ignition
- TCBI with Electronic Advance
- Transmission
- 5-Speed
- Final Drive
- Belt
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
- Suspension Rear
- Uni-Track® swingarm
- Tires Front
- 130/90-16
- Tires Rear
- 180/70-15
- Brake Front
- 272mm hydraulic disc
- Brake Rear
- 242mm hydraulic disc
- Wheel Travel, Front
- 5.9 in.
- Wheel Travel, Rear
- 4.1 in.
Dimensions
- Wheelbase
- 64.8 in.
- Seat Height
- 26.8 in.
- Length
- 97.0 in.
- Width
- 39.6 in.
- Height
- 41.9 in.
- Dry Weight
- 619.6 lbs.
- Rake (Caster Angle)
- 32°
- Trail
- 6.3 in.
General Information
- Warranty
- 12 Months
Colors
- Colors
- Candy Imperial Blue, Candy Fire Red
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