Kawasaki Vulcan S SE suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Vulcan S SE, 2018 to 2024: adjustable rear preload, 705 mm (27.8 in) seat height.

Model years covered: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2018–2024 Kawasaki Vulcan S SE
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Kawasaki Vulcan S

2018–2024 · cruiser · 649 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Fork diameter41 mm (1.6 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire120/70-18
Rear tire160/60-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1575 mm (62.0 in)
Rake31°
Trail120 mm (4.7 in)
Seat height705 mm (27.8 in)
Front brakeSingle 300mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle 250mm disc, 1-piston caliper

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