Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
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Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
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Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore83 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth780 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Honda CB750 Hornet

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