The Kawasaki Vulcan® 500 LTD is a great, first-time buyer’s bike for those who want to enter the cruiser lifestyle, because its low seat height, friendly powerband and affordability make it easy to develop those all-important riding skills.
MSRP* $4,899
Engine 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Parallel Twin
Displacement 498cc
Bore & Stroke 74.0 x 58.0mm
Maximum Torque 33 lb-ft at 6,000 RPM 
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Carburetor Keihin CVK32 x 2
Ignition TCBI wtih Digital Advance
Transmission Six-speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Rake/trail 33 degrees / 5.9 inches
Front wheel travel 5.9 inches
Rear wheel travel 3.9 inches
Front tire 100/90-19
Rear tire 140/90-15
Wheelbase 62.8 inches
Front suspension 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload
Front Brake Type Single Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.0 gallons
Seat Height 28.1 inches
Dry Weight 439 pounds
Color Candy Fire Red

Specifications subject to change.

* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) shown do not include
freight/destination or other dealer charges.

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