Technical specifications
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| Model: |
EN 500C Vulcan Classic / VN 500 |
| Years: |
1996-99 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
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Capacity:
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498 cc / 30.4 cy-in
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Bore x Stroke:
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74 х 58 mm
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Cooling System:
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Liquid cooled
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Compression Ratio:
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10.2:1
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Induction:
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2x 32mm Keihin carburetors
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Ignition:
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Digital TCBI
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Max Power:
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50 hp / 36.5 kW @ 8500 rpm
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Max Power Rear Tyre:
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44.8 hp @ 8500 rpm
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Max Torque:
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4.8 kgf-m / 32.6 lb-ft @ 7300 rpm
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Clutch:
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Wet Plate
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Transmission:
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6 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Front Suspension:
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36mm Telescopic forks
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Rear Suspension:
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Dual shocks preload adjustable,
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Front Brakes:
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Single 300mm disc
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Rear Brakes:
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180mm drum
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Front Tyre:
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100/90-19
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Rear Tyre:
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140/90-15
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Rake:
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33.0°
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Wheelbase:
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1595 mm / 62.8 in
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Seat Height:
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714 mm / 28.1 in
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Dry Weight:
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199.1 kg / 439 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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15 Litres / 4.0 US gal
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Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0:
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13.6 m / 36.9 m
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Standing ¼ Mile:
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14.8 sec / 137.7 km/h
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Top Speed:
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160.8 km/h
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