Harley-Davidson Low Rider vs Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Powerful and responsive engine Customizable riding position with Kawasaki Ergo Fit system Attractive and modern design Confidence-inspiring handling and maneuverability Read More
Things we don't like	--	Heavier weight as compared to some competitors Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1745 cc	649 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	18.9 L	14.0 L
Engine Type	2 Cylinder, Air-Cooled, Milwaukee-Eight, 4-Valve	2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque	145 Nm	63 Nm
Bore X Stroke	100 mm x 111.1 mm	83 mm x 60 mm
Drive Type	Belt Drive	Chain Drive
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Exhaust Pipes	Dual Exhaust	2 In 1 Exhaust
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	10.8:1
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
Lubrication System	Wet Sump	Forced Lub. Semi-dry sump
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Injection Type	Indirect Injection	Fuel Injection
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
RPM at Maximum Torque	3000 rpm	6600 rpm
Maximum Power	--	60 hp
Clutch Type	--	Wet, Multi-Plate
RPM at Maximum Power	--	7500 rpm

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Dimension

Category	Cruiser	Cruiser
Wheel Base	1630 mm	1575 mm
Seating Capacity	2	2
Length	2355 mm	2310 mm
Dry Weight	287 kg	--
Ground Clearance	130 mm	130 mm
Seat Height	690 mm	705 mm
Width	--	880 mm
Kerb Weight	--	229 kg
Height	--	1100 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	CDI	Digital
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	EFI	Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre	180/70 R16	160/60 R17
Rear Wheel Size	R16	R17
Front Wheel Size	R19	R18
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial
Front Tyre	110/90 R19	120/70 R18

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Mono Shock	Horizontal Back-link

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	--
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Back Rest	No	--
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	--
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Riding Modes	Street, Road Street, Road	Street, Road Street, Road
Side Reflectors	Yes	--

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Speedometer	Analog Analog	Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator	Yes	--
Navigator	No	No
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Side Stand Indicator	Yes	No
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital Digital

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Brake

Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Front Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings	No	No
Body Frame Type	Dual Cradle Dual Cradle	Tubular, Diamond Tubular, Diamond
Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel

Electrical

Indicator Light	Yes	Yes
Head Lamp	LED LED	Bulb Bulb
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Tail Lamp	LED LED	Bulb Bulb

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Cruise Control	--	No