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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad
General moped information | |
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| Model | Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad |
| Year | 1999 |
| Category | Touring |
| Rating | 68.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Power | 51.00 HP (37.2 kW)) @ 4500 RPM |
| 1/4 mile (0.4 km) | 15.330 seconds |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Ignition | Electric |
| Lubrication system | Wet Sump |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Clutch | Wet plate, multiple |
| Fuel consumption | 6.75 litres/100 km (14.8 km/l or 34.85 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 156.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Exhaust system | Double chrome pipes |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Trail | 188 mm (7.4 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions | 150/80-19 71H |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/80-19 71H |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Single-action, twin-piston calipers |
| Front brakes diameter | 279 mm (11.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-action |
| Rear brakes diameter | 318 mm (12.5 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 351.5 kg (775.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 719 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length | 2,510 mm (98.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 826 mm (32.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.89 litres (4.20 gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.16 litres (1.10 gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.50 litres (0.23 quarts) |
Other specifications | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Red/red, green/green |
