Introduction
A Powerfully Moving Experience
Road-tripping style is all about big machines, long distances
and luxury. Kawasaki already had the biggest, baddest V-twin
cruiser on the street, so it was only natural to add a few special
items and create the biggest, baddest traveling bike out there
- the Vulcan 2000 Classic LT. Starting from a 2,053cc fuel-injected
V-twin base, Kawasaki equipped the Classic LT with beautiful
leather saddlebags, a custom touring saddle, passenger backrest
and a wind-cheating acrylic windshield. The world just shrunk.
The biggest Vulcan is ready to transport two people and quite
a bit of luggage with power and style to spare.
The striking, top-grain, reinforced cowhide saddlebags form the
core of the Classic LT's touring package. The leather is carefully
selected to minimize flaws, and deep-dyed to prevent scraping
off the finish. These ideally-sized bags feature a slant-top
opening held shut by two 1.5-inch wide leather straps fitted
with chrome buckles and stealth quick-release fasteners. Rolled
and riveted lid tops, along with metal reinforced upper edges
on the bags, help maintain shape and keep unwanted moisture out
of the bags.
Comfortable seats for rider and passenger are a must on a tourer.
The Classic LT offers both, along with a backrest to keep the
passenger relaxed and smiling as the miles tick by. Detailed
with chrome-plated brass studs to match the bags, the classically
styled seat and backrest blend attractive visual appearance with
comfort.
A thick, optically correct acrylic plastic windscreen provides
smooth airflow around the rider and passenger on the road. Height
adjustability lets the rider fine-tune the large still-air pocket
depending on conditions.
Power for this stylish motorcycle comes from a massive 2,053cc
V-Twin fuel-injected adrenaline pump. The muscular engine sports
a 103 x 123.2mm bore and stroke, forged pistons, alloy-steel
connecting rods, a huge 220mm flywheel, and dual cams located
within the one-piece crankcase.
Right-side pushrods actuate four valves per cylinder and help
reduce the 125-cubic-inch engine's height; allowing a low center
of gravity and relatively low seat height. Hydraulic valve-lash
adjusters automatically maintain zero valve clearance and provide
smoother, quieter operation.
The big V-twin's chrome air cleaner cover is nestled between
the black matte finished cylinders - artfully contrasting the
polished metallic cooling fins, which manage the temperatures
for the bottom three-quarters of the engine. The top quarter
of the V-twin engine is liquid cooled. Further cooling assistance
comes via the oil and water pumps incorporated in the engine
and transmission - which also serves as the oil tank.
Feeding the big V-twin is a fuel injection system with dual 46mm
throttle bodies and sub throttle valves, all managed by an electronic
control unit (ECU). Included in the Vulcan 2000 Classic LT's
advanced electronics is a gear position sensor in the transmission
that sends signals to the ECU, which refines the fuel injection
volume and ignition timing. This performance improvement - combined
with an iridium spark plug ignition system, the sub-throttle
valves and fine-atomizing injectors - delivers sharp throttle
response, big power and optimum fuel economy in a smooth, linear
powerband.
Final drive to the rear wheel is provided by smooth, quiet and
low-maintenance belt drive. That classic V-twin rumble from the
Vulcan 2000 Classic's dual polished mufflers - thanks to its
single-pin crankshaft - will delight cruiser enthusiasts. Vibration
dampening dual counter balancers and rubber engine mounts mean
long sojourns can still be broad-smile inducing.
The engine is a stressed member of the Vulcan's steel, double-cradle
frame, which has a large-diameter, box-section single-tube backbone.
A simple but elegant rear steel-tube swingarm suspension with
a direct-action single shock provides 3.9 inches of travel, and
includes spring preload and rebound adjustment. Up front, a large,
49mm fork provides more precise steering feedback and 5.9 inches
of travel.
The Vulcan 2000 Classic LT includes a bullet-style headlight,
and a chrome instrument panel with a large-face speedometer mounted
atop the bike's stretched, 5.5-gallon fuel tank. The V-shaped
panel keeps the rider informed of all systems, via an LCD display
and warning lamps.
This Vulcan motorcycle rides on bright, cast aluminum 16-inch
wheels with a 150/80 front radial tire and a wide, 200/60 rear
radial tire. Two beefy, 300mm front disc brakes with four-piston
calipers, and a single rear disc brake with a two-piston caliper
bring this show to smooth, powerful stops.
While it comes with special features as part of the package,
this motorcycle encourages further customizing. The broad selection
of authentic Kawasaki accessories available through Kawasaki
dealers gives Vulcan 2000 Classic LT owners plenty of opportunity
to do just that.
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Features
2,053cc, 52° V-twin Four-stroke
Engine
- The 125 cu. in. engine produces massive torque across the entire
rpm range
- Strong and light forged pistons and alloy connecting rods
- Huge 220mm flywheel smoothes power delivery
- Push-rod valve actuation contributes to lower engine height,
low center of gravity and relatively low seat height
- Hydraulic valve adjusters reduce maintenance
- Liquid and air cooling combination maintains consistent operating
temperatures
- Engine and transmission feature built-in oil and water pumps,
reducing the number of parts and weight
- Single-pin crank provides the desirable power-pulse feel and
classic V-twin sound
Electronic Fuel Injection
- Electronic Control Unit (ECU) manages electronic fuel injection
and digital ignition system for optimized throttle response
- Fuel injection system features sub throttle valves for a smooth,
linear power band
- Fine atomizing injectors in the fuel injection system deliver
ultra-fine fuel/air mixture for greater combustion efficiency,
increased power and optimum fuel economy
- Center spark plugs enhance combustion for smooth, consistent
power and reduced emissions
Transmission / Final Drive
- A gear position sensor in the five-speed transmission sends
signals to the ECU, further optimizing fuel injection and ignition
performance
- Smooth, quiet, reliable and low-maintenance belt drive
Frame and Suspension
- Steel double-cradle frame features large-diameter, box-section
single-tube backbone for strength
- Utilizing the engine as a stressed member of the frame minimizes
chassis weight
- Steel tube swingarm is simple and elegant
- Large, 49mm forks provide precise steering feedback and 5.9
inches of travel
- Direct-action single shock features spring preload and rebound
damping adjustment with 3.9 inches of travel for a smooth ride
Wheels and Tires
- 16-inch cast aluminum wheels add to the Vulcan 2000 Classic
LT's visual appeal
- 200/60R series rear tire is the largest stock tire size fitted
to a production V-twin cruiser
- Radial tires enhance handling and give it a firm, "planted"
feel
Brakes
- Dual 300mm front disc brakes with four-piston calipers and
single rear disc brake provide smooth, powerful stops
Styling
- Bullet-style headlight
- Spacious, 5.5-gallon fuel tank provides for long-distance road
trips
Windscreen
- Thick, optically correct acrylic plastic windscreen is shaped
for smooth airflow and cruiser style
- Strong chrome-plated steel supports
- Two-position height
Seat and Passenger Backrest
- Detailed with 1/2-inch diameter chrome plated brass studs
- Strong chrome plated steel supports
Saddlebags
- Made of reinforced top grain cowhide carefully selected with
minimal flaws and deep dyed to prevent scrapping off the finish
- Slant top opening lid, secured with two 1.5-inch wide leather
straps with chrome buckles and quick release stealth fasteners
- Dual panel lid construction with embossed Vulcan logo detail
- Metal reinforced upper edge so bags hold their shape
- Rolled and riveted top lid minimizes water entry
- One-half inch diameter chrome plated brass stud accents
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Technical Specifications
Engine: Four-stroke, 52-degree
V-twin, dual cams, eight valves
Displacement: 2,053cc/125ci
Bore x stroke: 103.0 x 123.2mm
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Maximum torque: 141 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Cooling: Liquid, plus cooling fins
Induction: DFI with Keihin 46mm throttle bodies (2)
Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission: Five-speed with positive neutral finder
Final drive: Belt
Frame: Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Rake / trail: 32 degrees / 7.2 in.
Suspension, Front / Wheel Travel: 49mm telescopic fork / 5.9
in.
Suspension, Rear / Wheel Travel: Triangulated steel pipe swingarm
with direct-action single shock, with fully-adjustable spring
preload, eight-way rebound damping / 3.9 in.
Front Tire: 150/80-16
Rear Tire: - 200/60-16
Brakes, Front - Dual 300mm discs with four-piston calipers
Brakes, Rear: Single 320mm disc with two-piston caliper
Overall Length: 99.8 in.
Overall Width: 40.4 in.
Overall Height: 58.3 in.
Ground Clearance: 5.3 in.
Seat height: 26.8 in.
Wheelbase: 68.3 in.
Curb weight: 884.2 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 5.5 gal.
Colors: Metallic Diablo Black/Candy Imperial Blue
MSRP: $15,999
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