Introduction
Wasn't Really Built In A Custom
Shop; It Just Looks, Rides and Feels That Way!
It's called Custom because this is how riders did it back when
they rolled their own: A flat handlebar sits in custom clamps
atop distinctive forks that hold a tall, slender custom-looking
front wheel. A bobbed (as in shortened) rear fender perches over
a fat tire, and cool, clean components fill out the middle -
including a rumbling fuel-injected 903cc V-twin exhaling through
dual slash-cut exhausts, a low gunfighter-style seat and forward-mounted
footpegs complete its rakish image.
The crown jewel in Kawasaki's mid-size cruiser family, this chromed-out
machine is more than just good looking. Like its siblings, the
Vulcan 900 Custom has a fuel-injected 903cc engine producing
exceptional roll-on acceleration that rivals the get-up-and-go
of much larger motorcycles - yet it's wrapped in a nimble chassis
that lets it turn and handle like no heavyweight motorcycle can.
The 900 Custom's unique design gives it the edge to stand out
from the crowd. Kawasaki engineers and designers concentrated
on delivering a motorcycle with a customized appearance typically
found only on expensive two-wheel offerings. A massive rear tire,
light-looking front end accentuated by a thin 21-inch cast wheel,
and sculpted bodywork top the stand-out features of the Vulcan
900 Custom.
Perhaps one of the most striking examples of this Vulcan cruiser's
distinctive look is its large diameter 21-inch front cast wheel
- itself somewhat rare in the custom-building world. The wheel
features spokes arranged in pairs for a special visual appeal.
Balancing the lightweight look of the front end is a low, wide
rear wheel featuring a180mm tire on a 15-inch cast wheel that
gives the rider the feeling of sitting on a one-of-a-kind, made-to-order
motorcycle.
Bridging the visual contrast between the front and rear wheels
is a sleek and subtle fuel tank. Its flowing lines easily lead
the eye along the careful and delicate curves that blend together
the highly customized form of this gem of mid-sized cruisers.
A matte black frame provides an understated framework for the
Kawasaki artistry that is the appealing and gutsy, fuel-injected
V-Twin Vulcan 900 Custom. Its stylish aesthetics grace a platform
that's perfect for customization with Kawasaki accessories.
Ready for anything from local streets to highway speeds, the
Vulcan 900 Custom's good power, excellent stability, easy maneuverability,
and startling good looks make this Kawasaki the one to own. The
only hard part is deciding which of the color selections to choose;
Candy Surf Blue, Candy Persimmon Red or Metallic Flat Spark Black?
Want an even more exclusive ride? Then the "Special Edition"
model may satisfy that craving. The Vulcan 900 Custom SE comes
with all the trappings of an expensive handmade creation for
a fraction of the cost and none of the maintenance headaches.
It features a special black-out treatment on the pipes, air cleaner
and engine cases, countered by aggressive orange valve covers.
The Vulcan 900 Custom SE is finished off with the Special Edition
Ebony color scheme of flat black paint with tribal orange and
white pin striping.
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Features
903cc V-twin SOHC Engine
- Smooth and reliable engine tuned to deliver a healthy dose
of torque at low rpm
- Gear-driven balancer allows the use of single pin crankshaft
without excessive vibration
- Rubber-mounted to reduce engine vibration at all speeds
Four-valve Cylinder Head
- Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow, creating more
power and low-end torque
- Single overhead cam design is simple, lightweight and practical
- Long intake tracts narrow near the combustion chamber to increase
intake flow speed for more efficient filling, increased torque
and better low-end response
Liquid and Air Cooling
- Finned cylinders and head and liquid cooling combination make
for exceptional thermal control
- Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life
and sustained power
- Automatic fan helps keep things cool
- Includes temperature warning light
Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner
- Maintains precise valve timing with practically no maintenance
- Assures greater reliability
- Hidden from view to preserve the engine's clean, basic look
Dual Slash-Cut Mufflers
- Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain emission reducing
honeycomb catalyzers
Positive Neutral Finder
- Just lift the shift pedal from first gear at a stop to easily
find neutral, every time
Electronic Fuel Injection
- Superb performance and rideability thanks to dual throttle
bodies with sub throttles
- The ECU controlled sub throttles are located behind the main
throttle valve, allowing the DFI® system to provide more
precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor
- Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for
optimal acceleration, combustion and fuel consumption
Belt Drive
- Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality
and suspension action
- Efficiently transfers the power to the rear wheel
- Low maintenance and low noise
Double Cradle Frame
- Very rigid, large-diameter box section backbone allows a larger
fuel tank, high stability and lightweight handling at low speeds
- Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort
handling at ultra-low speeds
- Long wheelbase contributes to highway stability
- Triangular swingarm has a hardtail appearance, but utilizes
a single shock hidden beneath the seat
- Long and low chassis for minimal seat height, maximum visual
impact
41mm Front Fork
- Offers excellent rigidity and 5.9 inches of travel
- 33 degrees of rake and 7.2 in. of trail for excellent straight
line stability
Front and Rear Disc Brakes
- A 300mm front and 270mm rear disc have twin-piston calipers
for some of the best stopping power in the class
Custom Cast 21 in. Front Wheel
- The wheel's 18 "spokes" are arranged in pairs
- Tapered and flanged in two directions, every line and surface
of each 3-D spoke is exquisitely curved
Wide Rear Tire
- 180mm rear tire provides added stability while projecting a
powerful image
- Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers
- Custom cast 15" rear wheel contrasts the "light,"
tall front wheel
Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution
Lamps
- Provides riders the crucial information at a glance
- Compact design matches the bike's clean look
Sculpted Bodywork
- Fuel tank features a twin valley design, with a dynamic tension
and presence all its own
- Designed to be pleasing to both the eye and to the touch, the
tank is composed exclusively of curves with constantly varying
radii, the twin valley design theme continues to the rear fender
and its hand-sculpted contours
- Bottom of the rear fender features a relatively straight cut,
to balance the lines of the motorcycle
Custom Features
- Chromed headlamp, headlamp mount, lower triple clamp and turn
signals as well as footpegs, shift lever and rear brake lever
- Clean headlight design is small and isolated without a central
fork cover or headlamp bar
- Small, minimalist fender and lack of front fork covers also
contribute to the slender appearance of the front end
- Sporty, straight-style handlebar adds to the bike's custom
styling. Instead of handlebar clamps, twin tubes elegantly curve
back from the upper triple clamp. Both the handlebar and twin
tubes are completely chromed
- Forward-mounted footpegs instead of floorboards add to the
custom image and improve rider control
- One-piece "gunfighter" style seat is designed for
comfortable rider and passenger accommodation and a custom-style
look
- Matte black frame emphasizes the chrome finishing
- Standard toe-operated shift lever instead of a heel-toe shifter
Special Edition
- Black-out treatment on pipes, air cleaner and engine cases
- Aggressive Orange valve covers
- Special Edition Ebony color of flat black paint with tribal
orange and white pinstripes
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Technical Specifications
Engine: 4-Stroke, liquid-cooled,
SOHC, four-valve per cylinder, V-twin
Displacement: 903cc
Bore x Stroke: 88.0 x 74.2mm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Maximum Torque: 58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Cooling: Liquid
Fuel Injection: EFI with 34mm Keihin throttle bodies (2)
Ignition: TCBI with electronic advance
Transmission: Five-speed
Final drive: Belt
Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / Trail: 33 degrees / 7.2 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
/ 5.9 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: UNI-TRAK® swingarm, seven-way
adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in.
Front tire: 80/90x21
Rear tire: 180/70x15
Front brake / rear brake: 300mm hydraulic disc / 270mm hydraulic
disc
Overall length: 94.7 in.
Overall width: 35.2 in.
Overall height: 44.1 in.
Seat height: 27.0 in.
Curb weight: 610.8 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 5.3 gal.
Wheelbase: 64.8 in.
Color choices: Candy Surf Blue, Candy Persimmon Red, Metallic
Flat Spark Black
MSRP: $8,349
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