Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter, 2000 to 2005: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 729 mm (28.7 in) seat height, 150 mm of front suspension travel, 304 kg (670 lb).

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2000–2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter

2000–2005 · cruiser · 1470 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel150 mm (5.9 in)
Rear suspension travel99 mm (3.9 in)
Fork diameter41 mm (1.6 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire130/90-16
Rear tire150/80-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1656 mm (65.2 in)
Trail170 mm (6.7 in)
Seat height729 mm (28.7 in)
Weight304 kg (670 lb) dry
Front brakeHydraulic disc
Rear brakeHydraulic disc

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