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2020Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT

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The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT is a touring-ready cruiser with a windscreen, saddlebags and passenger backrest. Its liquid-cooled 903cc V-twin makes 48 hp and 78.9 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and belt. A low 681 mm seat and 20.1-litre tank suit long rides, at 298.1 kg wet.

Capacity
903.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
298.1 kg
Seat height
681 mm
Power
48.0 HP (35.0 kW) @ 5700 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 29Agility 34Comfort 78Off-road 5Touring 72Road manners 65
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering35%
City riding45%
Daily riding60%
Touring72%
Two-up70%
Track5%
Best for
Built for relaxed cruising and boulevard riding, with a classic V-twin cruiser character that favors laid-back throttle rolls over aggressive acceleration.
Built for
A traditional, torque-driven American-style cruiser persona with deep-breathing V-twin pulses, chrome-classic styling, and unhurried, cadence-driven riding rather than outright performance.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, high top-end speed, or any off-road capability.

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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At 681mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
903.0 ccm
Power
48.0 HP (35.0 kW) @ 5700 RPM
CO2 Emissions
115 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.
LKAXC.903AAB-013
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
4.90 L/100km (48.0 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions
3.1 CO g/km
Torque
78.9 Nm (8.0 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1610 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
88.0 x 74.2 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCBI with Electronic Advance
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Wet multi-disc
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1646 mm
Overall length
2464 mm
Overall width
1006 mm
Overall height
1481 mm
Seat height
681 mm
Wet weight
298.1 kg
Fuel capacity
20.10 litres
Ground clearance
135 mm
Carrying capacity
Saddle bags
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Front suspension
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak swingarm, 7 way adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel
150 mm
Rear wheel travel
104 mm
Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
160 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter
300 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter
270 mm
Front tyre
130/90-16
Rear tyre
180/70-15
Other
Color options
Metallic Graphite Gray/Candy Imperial Blue
Warranty
24
Comments
Windscreen
Fuel Tank Material
Metal

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 200620112016202020212026
Capacity 903 cc 903 cc 903 cc 903 cc 903 cc 903 cc
Dry weight 270 kg — — — 270 kg 270 kg
Seat height 681 mm 681 mm 681 mm 681 mm 680 mm 681 mm
Fuel capacity 18.2 L 20.1 L 20.1 L 20.1 L 20 L 20.1 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 900 Classic LT?

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT has a Capacity of 903.0 ccm (55.10 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT have?

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT has a Power of 48.0 HP (35.0 kW) @ 5700 RPM.

How many gears does the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT have?

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT?

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT has a Torque of 78.9 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 58.2 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT weigh?

The 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT has a Wet weight of 298.1 kg (657.2 pounds).

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