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Kawasaki’s Vulcan® 500 LTD is an excellent motorcycle for first-time buyers seeking entry to the cruiser lifestyle. With a low seat height, friendly power delivery and affordable purchase price, the Vulcan 500 LTD makes it easy to develop those all-important riding skills. |
| MSRP* | $4,999 |
| Engine | Four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin |
| Displacement | 498cc |
| Bore & Stroke | 74.0 x 58.0mm |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Carburetor | Keihin CVK32 x 2 |
| Ignition | Digital TCBI |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | O-Ring Chain |
| Rake/trail | 33 degrees / 5.9 inches |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | 41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 inches |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 inches |
| Front tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 140/90-15 |
| Wheelbase | 62.8 inches |
| Front Brake Type | Hydraulic disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Mechanical drum |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.0 gallons |
| Seat Height | 28.1 inches |
| Dry Weight | 439 pounds |
| Overall Length | 91.3 inches |
| Overall Width | 32.7 inches |
| Overall Height | 44.3 inches |
| Color | Ebony |
Specifications subject to change.
* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) shown do not include
freight/destination or other dealer charges.
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