TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027 (EE. UU.)

2027–2027 Vulcan S (2027) US

Motor Vulcan S

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Key specifications

The essentials of this version at a glance.

3.7 US gal
Fuel tank capacity
✓
120/70R18 M/C 59H
Front tyre size
✓
160/60R17 M/C 69H
Rear tyre size
✓
10W-40
Engine oil viscosity
✓
1.9 US qt
Engine oil capacity with filter
✓
8.6 Ah
Battery capacity
✓
API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
Engine oil specification
✓
1.48 US qt
Coolant capacity
✓
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Dimensions & Weights

Fuel tank capacity
3.7 US gal ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
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Brakes

Brake fluid specification
DOT4 ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
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Wheels and tyres

Front tyre size
120/70R18 M/C 59H ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
Rear tyre size
160/60R17 M/C 69H ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
Front tyre pressure - normal load Neumáticos en frío
32.63 psi ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 125 Verification: Verified Open document
Rear tyre pressure - normal load Neumáticos en frío
36.26 psi ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 125 Verification: Verified Open document
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Motorcycle Specific

Drive chain slack minimum
0.39 in ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 115 Verification: Verified Open document
Drive chain slack maximum
0.79 in ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 115 Verification: Verified Open document
Rear axle torque
79.66 lb-ft ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 117 Verification: Verified Open document
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Engine & Fluids

Engine oil viscosity
10W-40 ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
Engine oil specification
API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2 ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
Engine oil capacity with filter Cambio de aceite sustituyendo el filtro
1.9 US qt ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 102 Verification: Verified Open document
Engine oil capacity without filter Cambio de aceite sin sustituir el filtro
1.69 US qt ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 102 Verification: Verified Open document
Coolant capacity
1.48 US qt ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
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Filters & Service Parts

OEM spark plug reference
NGK CR9EIA-9 ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
Spark plug gap
0.03 – 0.04 in ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 26 Verification: Verified Open document
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Electrical & Battery

12 V battery nominal voltage
12 V ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 27 Verification: Verified Open document
Battery capacity
8.6 Ah ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 27 Verification: Verified Open document
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Lighting

Front indicator bulb
10 W ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 27 Verification: Verified Open document
Rear indicator bulb
10 W ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 27 Verification: Verified Open document
Brake light bulb
LED ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 27 Verification: Verified Open document
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Torque Specifications

Engine oil drain plug torque
22.13 lb-ft ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 102 Verification: Verified Open document
Oil filter torque
12.91 lb-ft ✓
Sources and verification (1)
Primary source ✓ Official Publisher: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (portal de manuales pws.ktivs.net) Document: Vulcan S – Manual del propietario, EE. UU. en inglés (99814-0285-o6en650dv-us-en-tws) Reference: 102 Verification: Verified Open document

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