presentation of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016
although the youngest of Akashi's custom bikes, the Vulcan 900 can't help but want to play on the road like its big brother. Its twin may be half the displacement, but it too has decided to set off on an expedition. The big 1700 Nomad has chosen a course of action: cruising in style, without encroaching on the extravagance of the Voyager liner; the 900 wants to do the same, but with a lighter touch. With the right package, it becomes a Vulcan 900 Light Tourer. With its sissy bar and additional set of lights, it almost looks like a mini-road king. A large windscreen and two 15-liter leather suitcases are also available for travel.
the VN 900 Light Tourer is priced at under 10,000 euros, more than 6,000 euros less than the Vulcan 1700 Nomad, the latter embodying a certain philosophy of light travel. As for the engine, the difference is an abyss: some twenty horsepower and nearly 5 mkg in favor of the big Vulcan. In short, while one gently pulls you along for the ride, the other powerfully pushes you towards cruising.
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Key facts Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Light Tourer (2016) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Chromium
- Aesthetics
- Un Vulcan tourer plus abordable
Weak points
- A single brake disc
Prices
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9,799€
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Performance
- Max speed : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016
- Chassis
- Frame : Double steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 20 liters (5.28 US gallons)
- Seat height : 680 mm (26.77 in)
- Length : 2,465 mm (97.05 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,650 mm (64.96 in)
- Dry weight : 253 kg (558 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 282 kg (622 lb)
- Front axle
- Telescopic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 150 mm (5.91 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Front tire : 130 / 90 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2 bar
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox
- Secondary belt drive
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 100 mm (3.94 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 270 mm (10.63 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 70 - 15 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder en V , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 34 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 1 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 903 cc
- 48 ch (47.30 hp) to 5,700 rpm
- 8 mkg to 3,700 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 5.35 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 31.63 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9.5 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016
- What is the power of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 develops a power of 48 ch (47.30 hp)
- What is the torque of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The maximum torque of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 is 8 mkg to 3,700 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 has a a dry weight of 253 kg (558 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 282 kg (622 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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To ensure good accessibility, the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 offers a minimum seat height of 680 mm (26.77 in).
- What is the price of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The price of the Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 is 9,799€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my Vulcan 900 Light Tourer?
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The standard size for a Vulcan 900 Light Tourer 2016 is 130 / 90 - 16 for the front, and 180 / 70 - 15 for the rear.
- Where can I find high-quality used Vulcan 900 Light Tourers?
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You can find used Vulcan 900 Light Tourer at great prices on MotoPlanete, in the section dedicated to them—models from professionals and private sellers, as well as spare parts.
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 6 reviews
rust bag! Rating : 1/5 Respond to toutoute
The only hitch: an extremely alarmist fuel gauge (the light comes on at 150km, whereas the machine has a real range of 260kms!).
In this category of motorcycle, I give it a good 16/20 for its overall handling, with lines reminiscent of the vn 1700. Rating : 4/5 Respond to Alexfromtlse