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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic - 2007 Specifications and Reviews
The 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable, accessible cruising with classic styling. Its 1470cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, manageable power with strong torque characteristics, making it ideal for long-distance riding and highway cruising. Known for reliability and user-friendly handling, this bike appeals to cruiser enthusiasts wanting traditional aesthetics without excessive size or complexity.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2007 |
| Model | Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Torque | 114.71 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1470.00 ccm (89.70 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,666 mm (65.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 996 mm (39.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,504 mm (98.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,140 mm (44.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 701 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 299.4 kg (660.0 pounds) |
Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 270 mm (10.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/80-16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/90-16 |
| Rear suspension | Twin Shocks, with five-way adjustable preload / 3.4 in. |
| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in. |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Frame type | High-tensile steel, double cradle |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Ebony, Metallic Titanium / Metallic Ocean Blue |
| Fuel capacity | 18.92 litres (5.00 gallons) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
5.8s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City45%
Cornering35%
Daily Riding65%
Touring72%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders who already have some experience with big, heavy cruisers and are comfortable managing low-speed weight and long wheelbases. |
| Purpose | Built for relaxed highway cruising and boulevard riding rather than sport performance or commuting agility. |
| Rider Fit | Its low seat height is friendly to shorter riders, but the substantial dry weight demands confident balance and upper body strength at parking-lot speeds. |
| Character | A classic torque-rich V-twin cruiser that rewards a laid-back throttle hand with smooth, low-rev pulling power and shaft-drive reliability. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering response, off-road capability, or outright top-end speed. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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