| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
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| Model ID |
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | Vulcan 500 LTD |
| Year | 2008 |
| Category(class) | Cruiser / Chopper / Custom |
| Engine |
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 498 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Twin |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø74.0 mm x 58.0 mm (Ø2.91 inches x 2.28 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.28 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Timing System | DOHC |
| Fuel System(Carburetion) | Carburettor. Keihin CVK32 x 2 |
| Ignition | Digital TCBI |
| Starter System | Electric |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Powertrain |
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| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Transmission (Final Drive) | Chain |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
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| Frame Type | Double-cradle, steel |
| Front Suspension | 41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in. |
| Rear Suspension | Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in. |
| Front Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 140/90-15 |
| Dimensions |
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| Overall Length | 2319 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Overall Width | 831 mm (32.72 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1125 mm (44.29 inches) |
| Seat Height | 714 mm (28.11 inches) |
| Fork Angle (Rake) | 33.0° degrees |
| Trail | 150 mm (5.91 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1595 mm (62.8 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 119 mm (4.69 inches) |
| Dry Weight | 199.1 kg (439 lb) |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.14 litres (4 gallons) |
| Performance |
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| Top Speed | - |
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time | |
| 0-100 km/h | - |
| 0-60 mph | - |
| 1/4 mile | - |
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |
