Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Mean Streak suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Mean Streak, 2002 to 2003: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 700 mm (27.6 in) seat height, 150 mm of front suspension travel, 289 kg (637 lb).

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

2002–2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Mean Streak
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Mean Streak

2002–2003 · cruiser · 1470 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel150 mm (5.9 in)
Rear suspension travel86 mm (3.4 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire130/70-17
Rear tire170/60-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1705 mm (67.1 in)
Trail144 mm (5.7 in)
Seat height700 mm (27.6 in)
Weight289 kg (637 lb) dry
Front brakeHydraulic disc
Rear brakeHydraulic disc

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