Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad, 2000 to 2004: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 719 mm (28.3 in) seat height, 150 mm of front suspension travel, 337 kg (743 lb).

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

2000–2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad

2000–2004 · 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 tire150/80-16
Rear tire150/80-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1666 mm (65.6 in)
Trail185 mm (7.3 in)
Seat height719 mm (28.3 in)
Weight337 kg (743 lb) dry
Front brakeHydraulic disc
Rear brakeHydraulic disc

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