Kawasaki Vulcan Cruiser 2008 User Manual

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You make decisions carefully—and base them on facts. The

Vulcan

1600 Classic is your kind of cruiser. Motivated by a big

95 cubic-inch fuel-injected V-Twin tuned for outstanding low-

and midrange torque—and civilized by an engine balancer and

rubber mounts—the Vulcan 1600 Classic provides true big-bike

performance without the premium price. But you’d never know it

by taking in the dramatic styling and rich two-tone paint. The low

seat height and relaxed riding position. Good choice.

The Vulcan 1600 Classic features a smooth yet powerful

1,552cc (95 cubic-inch), OHC V-Twin engine. Tuned to deliver

strong acceleration, the throttle response is there when you

need it out cruising the boulevards and highways.

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Kawasaki’s classic cruiser performance is backed by solid

Kawasaki engine technology: Advanced, reliable liquid cooling.

Efficient 4-valve alloy cylinder heads. Lightweight pistons. And

single overhead cams.

For excellent front braking performance that translates

into rider confidence, the Vulcan 1600 Classic features dual

300mm disc brakes with strong 2-piston calipers.

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The tank-mounted electronic speedometer has an LCD display

for fuel level, odometer, tripmeter and clock. The flangeless,

smoothly shaped fuel tank holds 5.3 gallons.

• The digital fuel injection system features dual 36mm throttle bodies

and a precisely mapped digital ignition. The result is excellent

throttle response under a wide variety of riding conditions.

M ETAL L I C D I A B L O B L A C K • M ETAL L I C D I A B L O

B L A C K / L U M I N O U S P O L A R I S B L U E

V U L C A N 1 5 0 0 C L A S S I C

The Vulcan

1500 Classic is like Kawasaki’s original V-Twin cruiser. Its 90 cubic-inch engine develops plenty of road-

burning power while its chassis features a slightly shorter wheelbase, chromed wire-spoke wheels and twin taper-style

mufflers for a lighter, sportier appearance. To keep you riding instead of wrenching, the Vulcan 1500 Classic also features

maintenance-free hydraulic valve lash adjusters, digital ignition, reliable liquid cooling and shaft drive. What else did you

expect from a Kawasaki cruiser?

C A N D Y C A R D I N AL R E D / P E A R L C R Y STAL W H I T E •

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The 1500 Classic lives up to its name with signature styling cues like the twin shotgun-

style exhaust pipes with tapered tips, wire-spoke wheels front and rear, round headlight

and deeply valanced fenders.

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Thanks to its 50-degree 90 cubic-inch V-Twin engine, the 1500 Classic produces great

low-end torque that’s perfectly comfortable on city streets or cruising down the highway.

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Advanced engineering includes efficient liquid cooling, four valves per cylinder, electronic

fuel Injection, dual spark plug digital ignition, engine balancer and hydraulic-operated

manual clutch.

The speedometer, fuel gauge and warning lamps are centrally located on top of the wide

5.0-gallon fuel tank. A large-diameter, chrome-plated halogen headlight illuminates the

open road and provides a distinctive classic look.

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An extra-low 27.6-inch rider seat height and a plush passenger seat mean the 1500 Classic is a

comfortable cruiser for riding solo or with a friend.

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A silky-smooth 5-speed transmission combines great around-town acceleration with relaxed

highway cruising. Kawasaki’s exclusive Positive Neutral Finder will help make finding neutral

much easier every time you stop.

Models shown with available accessories.

*Not available in California

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