Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs. Honda NC750X 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Honda NC750X 2017

Honda NC750X 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs Honda NC750X 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Honda NC750X 2017

Honda NC750X 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 compared to Honda NC750X 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021
Honda NC750X 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power55 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,250 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeDual-clutch
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement745 ccm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTwin Tube, Tubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

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 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,285 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,540 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)219 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

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 NC750X 2017

Honda NC750X 2017

With its DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission), the NC750X is the most coherent model in the NC range. With its windshield, long suspension travel and the resulting increase in comfort, it is also suitable for longer distances and even travelling. After all, why shouldn't beginners also be able to enjoy comfortable yet uncomplicated travel? Above all, the comparatively low centre of gravity takes away the fear of the visually much larger and more bulky NC750X, even for inexperienced riders. The engine is not too sporty, but the DCT, which changes gears extremely precisely and easily at the touch of a button or even fully automatically, quickly makes you forget that. The helmet compartment under the dummy tank is particularly ingenious.

very manageable

affordable

low fuel consumption

surprises no one

DCT dual-clutch transmission

adjustable driving modes

good brakes

weak engine

early onset of rev limiter

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Honda NC750X

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Honda NC750X

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