Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 vs. Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 vs Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020 compared to Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
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Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2020
Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020
Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke53.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power123 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,750 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque79 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque9,350 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.54
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement765 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTwin Tube

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth880 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

As before, the RS top model is indeed the most desirable of the Street Triples. In addition to the usual playful handling, the super-direct Brembo brakes and the lively character of the three-cylinder engine, there is now a more bulbous mid-range, upgraded electronics as well as a Brembo M50 brake and the once again sharpened appearance. Thanks to the very sporty Pirelli Supercorsa SP V3 tyres, trackdays are indeed a serious issue, and the now standard shift assistant with blipper function greatly increases the incentive to switch to the new model. A wonderful fun machine for both country road and track!

Fantastically lively engine

high quality standard

quickshifter with blipper as standard

roaring sound

excellent Brembo M50 brake system

ABS and traction control as standard

sporty look

low weight.

somewhat complicated menu navigation

connectivity system bugged

adjustment screws on the fork poorly accessible

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

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