Cruisers
2010Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic
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The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic is a cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable, stable long-distance touring. Known for its massive displacement and low-slung riding position, this heavyweight excels at highway cruising with commanding presence and relaxed ergonomics ideal for larger riders.
- Capacity
- 2053.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 380.1 kg
- Seat height
- 681 mm
- Power
- 120.9 HP (88.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic
vs the 2009| Spec | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 191.2 Nm (19.5 kgf-m or 141.0 ft.lbs) | 191.2 Nm (19.5 kgf-m or 141.0 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for straight-line torque-fueled cruising and boulevard presence rather than nimble handling or outright top speed.
- Built for
- A big-inch, big-torque V-twin cruiser that favors relaxed, throttle-roll-on riding with a commanding, muscular presence.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders wanting agile cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 2053.0 ccm
- Power
- 120.9 HP (88.9 kW)
- Torque
- 191.2 Nm (19.5 kgf-m) @ 2800 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3181 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 103.0 x 123.2 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1735 mm
- Overall length
- 2535 mm
- Overall width
- 1026 mm
- Overall height
- 1156 mm
- Seat height
- 681 mm
- Wet weight
- 380.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
- Front suspension
- 49mm telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
- Rear suspension
- Triangulated steel tube swingarm with direct-action single shock, fully-adjustable spring preload, eight-way rebound damping / 3.9 in.
- Rake (fork angle)
- 32.0°
- Trail
- 183 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 150/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 200/60-16
Other
- Color options
- Candy Diamond Red/ Metallic Titanium
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2053 cc | 2053 cc | 2053 cc | 2053 cc | 2053 cc |
| Dry weight | 340 kg | 340 kg | 340 kg | — | — |
| Seat height | 681 mm | 681 mm | 681 mm | 681 mm | 681 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.8 L | 20.8 L | 20.8 L | 20.8 L | 20.8 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic?
The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic has a Capacity of 2053.0 ccm (125.28 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic have?
The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic has a Power of 120.9 HP (88.9 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic have?
The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic?
The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic has a Torque of 191.2 Nm (19.5 kgf-m or 141.0 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic weigh?
The 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic has a Wet weight of 380.1 kg (838.0 pounds).
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