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Kawasaki Vulcan S

A parallel-twin cruiser tailored to fit every rider.

Starting price

$7,749

Our rating

4.4

Kawasaki Vulcan S
Cruiser2025 · Kawasaki

Vulcan S

A parallel-twin cruiser tailored to fit every rider.

Starting price

$7,749

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.4
Kawasaki Vulcan S

61 hp

Max power

180 km/h

Top speed

4.8 s

0–100 km/h

229 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the Vulcan S for you?

Best for shorter riders and newcomers wanting a tailor-fit cruiser.

  • 649 cc parallel-twin
  • Ergo-Fit adjustable ergonomics
  • Low 705 mm seat
Colours:Metallic Flat Spark BlackPearl Robotic White

Pros

  • Easy, forgiving power
  • Customisable riding position
  • Light for a cruiser

Cons

  • Modest low-end grunt
  • Non-adjustable front fork

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
649 cc
Configuration
Parallel-twin
Max power
61 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max torque
63 Nm @ 6600 rpm
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed

Performance

Top speed
180 km/h
0–100 km/h
4.8 s
Economy / range
23 km/l
Kerb weight
229 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
High-tensile steel perimeter
Front suspension
41 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Offset laydown single shock
Front brake
Single 300 mm disc
Rear brake
Single 250 mm disc
Tyres
Dunlop, 120/70-18 & 160/60-17

Dimensions

Seat height
705 mm
Fuel / battery
14 L
Wheelbase
1575 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm

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Pros

Displacement 649 cc
Configuration Parallel-twin
Max power 61 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max torque 63 Nm @ 6600 rpm
Cooling Liquid-cooled
Gearbox 6-speed

Performance

Top speed 180 km/h
0–100 km/h 4.8 s
Economy / range 23 km/l
Kerb weight 229 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame High-tensile steel perimeter
Front suspension 41 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension Offset laydown single shock
Front brake Single 300 mm disc
Rear brake Single 250 mm disc
Tyres Dunlop, 120/70-18 & 160/60-17

Dimensions

Seat height 705 mm
Fuel / battery 14 L
Wheelbase 1575 mm
Ground clearance 130 mm