Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki · 12 model years · 2015–2026

Model Years

2026 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Torque: 46.5 lb-ft @ 6,600 rpm Weight: 498.3 lb* (ABS), 491.7 lb* (non-ABS) Seat: 27.8 in

The 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible performance and modern technology in a manageable package. Its 649cc parallel-twin engin…

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Weight: 268.4 kg (591.7 pounds) Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2025 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking approachable, everyday riding with classic styling. Its 649cc parallel-twin engine delivers smooth …

2024 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Torque: 62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2024 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser built for riders seeking accessible, manageable performance without sacrificing character. Its 649cc parallel-twin engine deliv…

2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.0 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible, manageable performance without sacrificing style. Its 649cc parallel-twin engine delive…

2022 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2022 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for new and returning riders seeking an accessible, manageable motorcycle with classic styling. Its 649cc parallel-twi…

2021 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2021 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible performance and manageable handling. Its 649cc parallel-twin engine delivers smooth, pre…

2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a lightweight, accessible cruiser designed for new and returning riders seeking comfortable, manageable street riding. Known for its approachable 705m…

2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.0 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S is an approachable middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking manageable handling and comfortable ergonomics. Its low 705mm seat height, light 229k…

2018 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

2017 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a lightweight cruiser designed for new and smaller-framed riders seeking an accessible entry point to cruiser riding. Known for its manageable 229 kg …

2016 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2016 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight custom cruiser powered by a 649cc parallel-twin engine producing 61 horsepower, designed for riders seeking an accessible entry point t…

2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S

Engine: 649 cc Power: 61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM Torque: 63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM Seat: 706 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

The 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking accessible power and agile handling. Known for its 649cc parallel-twin engine and comfortable, upri…

Spec Comparison by Year

Spec	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
Capacity	-	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc
Power	-	61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM	-	61.0 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM	60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM	60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM	60.4 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM	61.0 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM	61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM	61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM	61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM	61.00 HP (44.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque	46.5 lb-ft @ 6,600 rpm	62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	62.8 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.3 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM	63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM
Wet Weight	498.3 lb* (ABS), 491.7 lb* (non-ABS)	268.4 kg (591.7 pounds)	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Seat height	27.8 in	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.	706 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.