What category is the 2022 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?

General information
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Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
Year	2022
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Parallel slash cut pipes
Driveline	Kevlar-reinforced belt
Clutch	Wet multi-disc
Transmission type	Belt (final drive)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. DFIÂ® 34mm throttle bodies (2), with sub-throttle valves
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	88.0 x 74.2 mm (3.5 x 2.9 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Torque	78.0 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 57.5 ft.lbs) @ 3700 RPM
Power	49.6 HP (36.2 kW) @ 5700 RPM
Engine details	52Â° V-twin
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	903.0 ccm (55.10 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic.
Diameter	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tire	180/70-15
Front tire	80/90-21
Rear wheel travel	104 mm (4.1 inches)
Rear Suspension	Triangle swingarm with Uni-Trak single shock
Front wheel travel	150 mm (5.9 inches)
Front Suspension	41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Trail	183 mm (7.2 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	33.0°
Frame type	Double-cradle, steel

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1645 mm (64.8 inches)
Ground clearance	140 mm (5.5 inches)
Overall width	895 mm (35.2 inches)
Overall length	2405 mm (94.7 inches)
Overall height	1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Seat height	685 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	276.7 kg (610.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty	12 months unlimited mileage
Starter	Electric
Color options	Candy Steel Furnance Orange/Metallic Spark Black

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

51 hp

Peak Power

6.5s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track10%

City55%

Cornering35%

Daily Riding60%

Touring45%

Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suitable for newer riders as well as experienced cruiser fans thanks to its low seat height and manageable power delivery.
Purpose	Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and short-to-medium rides where style and low-end torque matter more than outright speed.
Rider Fit	The low 27-inch seat height and cruiser ergonomics make it accessible to shorter riders, though the 610-plus pound wet weight demands confident low-speed handling.
Character	A classic V-twin custom cruiser with a big front wheel, laid-back stance, and torque-focused feel rather than high-rev excitement.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering performance, high-speed touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2022 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 685mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2022 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

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