Honda CL500 2023 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

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Overview - Honda CL500 2023 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Honda CL500 2023
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)192 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price Honda CL500

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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