Harley-Davidson Low Rider vs Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Powerful and responsive engine Customizable riding position with Kawasaki Ergo Fit system Attractive and modern design Confidence-inspiring handling and maneuverability Read More
Things we don't like	--	Heavier weight as compared to some competitors Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1745 cc	649 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	18.9 L	14.0 L
Engine Type	2 Cylinder, Air-Cooled, Milwaukee-Eight, 4-Valve	2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Drive Type	Belt Drive	Chain Drive
Injection Type	Indirect Injection	Fuel Injection
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Lubrication System	Wet Sump	Forced Lub. Semi-dry sump
Exhaust Pipes	Dual Exhaust	2 In 1 Exhaust
Bore X Stroke	100 mm x 111.1 mm	83 mm x 60 mm
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque	145 Nm	63 Nm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	10.8:1
RPM at Maximum Torque	3000 rpm	6600 rpm
Maximum Power	--	60 hp
Clutch Type	--	Wet, Multi-Plate
RPM at Maximum Power	--	7500 rpm

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Dimension

Category	Cruiser	Cruiser
Wheel Base	1630 mm	1575 mm
Seat Height	690 mm	705 mm
Seating Capacity	2	2
Ground Clearance	130 mm	130 mm
Dry Weight	287 kg	--
Length	2355 mm	2310 mm
Kerb Weight	--	229 kg
Height	--	1100 mm
Width	--	880 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	CDI	Digital
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Supply System	EFI	Fuel Injection
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension	Mono Shock	Horizontal Back-link
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Telescopic Fork

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre	110/90 R19	120/70 R18
Front Wheel Size	R19	R18
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial
Rear Wheel Size	R16	R17
Rear Tyre	180/70 R16	160/60 R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	--
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Side Reflectors	Yes	--
Back Rest	No	--
Leg Guards	No	No
Riding Modes	Street, Road Street, Road	Street, Road Street, Road
Launch Control	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	--
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Navigator	No	No
Speedometer	Analog Analog	Digital Digital
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Side Stand Indicator	Yes	No
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Oil Change Indicator	Yes	--
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital Digital

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Brake

Front Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc

Electrical

Indicator Light	Yes	Yes
Head Lamp	LED LED	Bulb Bulb
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Tail Lamp	LED LED	Bulb Bulb

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Side Wings	No	No
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type	Dual Cradle Dual Cradle	Tubular, Diamond Tubular, Diamond

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Cruise Control	--	No