Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017 vs. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017 compared to Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke85.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power20.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque27 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio9.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement349 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth845 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,140 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height765 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)191 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

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

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Whether as a beginner's bike or a second bike, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers a hell of a lot of motorbike at a more than fair price. But one thing is clear: if you are looking for lap times or home track records, you should get another motorbike. Everyone else is guaranteed not to go wrong with the attractively designed Meteor 350. It's a great bike that could well become a blockbuster without any real competition on the market!

Unbeatable price

engine hugs the throttle well

turn-by-turn navigation

good ergonomics for big and small

highly customisable

coherent concept

chassis and brakes fit

big enough for two

good lean angle clearance

beginner-friendly.

Workmanship and material appearance occasionally at a low level

headlights with low luminous efficacy

engine power somewhat weak for motorway journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball

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