Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

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Overview - Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Technical Specifications Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power77 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque106 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,170 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth785 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,125 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height705 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018

Even though the beach bar handlebars, the seat height of only 705 mm and the torque-heavy engine of the Triumph Speedmaster invite you to relax and glide with the classic cruiser, there is more speed in the latest Bonneville bike than you would expect. A 310 mm double-disc brake, generous suspension travel, adjustable levers as well as two riding modes and a traction control that can be switched off guarantee a rather sporty performance. But you really feel comfortable when you sit back and enjoy the deep roar of the British parallel twin - and maybe even let the cruise control do the work.

Dual front disc

rich torque

ABS, TC, cruise control riding modes as standard

detachable pillion

+130 accessories.

Moderate lean angle clearance

plastic tail light housing

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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