| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
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| Model ID |
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | VN 1500 Classic |
| Year | 1999 |
| Category(class) | Cruiser / Chopper / Custom |
| Engine |
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 1471 ccm (89.77 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | V-type, 2 cylinders |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø102.0 mm x 90.0 mm (Ø4.02 inches x 3.54 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.13 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Starter System | Electronic |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Powertrain |
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| Gearbox | 5 speed |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
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| Front Suspension Travel | 150 mm (5.91 inches) |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 87 mm (3.43 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Single disc |
| Front Brakes Diameter | Ø300 mm (Ø11.81 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | Ø270 mm (Ø10.63 inches) |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 150/80-16 |
| Dimensions |
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| Seat Height | 705 mm (27.76 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1660 mm (65.35 inches) |
| Curb Weight | 313 kg (690 lb) |
| Weight Distribution (front - rear) | 43% - 57% |
| Fuel Capacity | 16 litres (4.23 gallons) |
| Performance |
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| Max Power | 64.00 HP (46.7 kW) at 4700 RPM |
| Max Torque | 112.00 Nm (82.35 ft*lbs) at 3000 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.2 Hp/Kg |
| Top Speed | 164 km/h (102mph) |
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time | |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6 seconds |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2 seconds |
| 1/4 mile | - |
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 litres/100km (37.92 mpg) |
