Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs. Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 compared to Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021
Yamaha XJ6 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke44.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power78 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque59.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement600 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17.3 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

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Despite the common basis, the XJ appears much younger and more aggressive. A mid-cass motorbike that by no means makes you feel mid-range. Except for the swingarm, the motorbike appears quite high-quality and cool. The bike is a little easier to handle than the Diversion.

rider-friendly performance characteristics

optimal clutch

playful, lighter handling

seat comfort

individual look

young

aggressive

high-quality.

Design components not too demanding

torque development

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Yamaha XJ6

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Yamaha XJ6

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