| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | 649 cc, liquid‑cooled, 4‑stroke parallel‑twin, DOHC, 8 valves |
| Displacement | 649 cc |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: Ø 38 mm × 2 with sub‑throttles |
| Starting System | Electric self‑start |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Max Power | 61 PS (45 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 62.4 Nm @ 6,600 rpm |
| Transmission | 6‑speed manual, return shift |
| Clutch | Wet multi‑disc |
| Frame | Perimeter, high‑tensile steel |
| Front Suspension | Ø 41 mm telescopic fork, 130 mm travel |
| Rear Suspension | Offset laydown mono‑shock, preload adjustable, 80 mm travel |
| Front Brake | Ø 300 mm disc, dual‑piston caliper, dual‑channel ABS |
| Rear Brake | Ø 250 mm disc, single‑piston, ABS |
| Front Tyre | 120/70‑18 tubed alloy |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60‑17 tubed alloy |
| Wheelbase | 1,575 mm |
| Seat Height | 705 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 L |
| Curb Weight | 226–235 kg (wet) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 2,310 × 850–880 × 1,100 mm |
| Lighting | LED headlamp & tail light |
| Instrument Console | Semi‑digital (analogue tach + digital speedo), no Bluetooth |
| Features | Dual‑channel ABS, ERGO‑FIT adjustability |
The Kawasaki Vulcan S is a versatile cruiser built around a spirited 649 cc parallel-twin engine delivering 61 PS and 62.4 Nm. Electric start and EFI ensure smooth, reliable performance. Its low-slung 705 mm seat and adjustable ERGO‑FIT ergonomics cater to a wide rider audience. The steel perimeter frame offers precise handling paired with a 41 mm fork and preload-adjustable rear shock. Braking duties are handled by a 300 mm front disc and a 250 mm rear disc, both with dual-channel ABS. With a 14 L tank and a curb weight of ~230 kg, it balances highway confidence with urban agility and a semi-digital console.