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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z900 ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z900 ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at RM 27,172 while the Kawasaki Z900 ABS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 46,380. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Z900 ABS engine displacement is 948 while the Kawasaki Vulcan S houses a 649 engine.

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Overview: Vulcan S vs Z900 ABS

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 649 cc 948 cc
Maximum Power 60.16 hp 123.2 hp

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
24 reviews
4.5/5
21 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Caters to the needs of all kinds of riders

    Kawasaki Vulcan S is a great choice for all types of riders despite their experience level and riding style preference. You can definitely go for it...

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    Sajjad Jan 24, 2024 for Kawasaki Vulcan S
  • A leader in the super naked category

    The Kawasaki Z900 ABS represents the vision of Kawasaki for the ultimate super naked bike that stands out from the crowd with its...

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    Hariz Jan 24, 2024 for Kawasaki Z900 ABS

From The Experts

Things we like

Learner-friendly dynamics

Comfortable ergonomics with a low seat

Modern Cruiser aesthetics

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Striking looks

Boost in performance over Z800

Riding dynamics

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Things we don't like

Low foot pegs grind too easily

No electronics

Disappointing exhaust note

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Outdated instrument console design

Could have come with more electronics

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 649 cc 948 cc
Maximum Power 60.16 hp 123.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.0 L 17.0 L
Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.8:1
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Bore X Stroke 83 mm x 60 mm 73.4 mm x 56.0 mm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC, Liquid Cooled In-Line Four Cylinders, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, 16 Valves DOHC
Maximum Torque 63 Nm 98.6 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhuast
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
Lubrication System Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
RPM at Maximum Torque 6600 rpm 7700 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm 9500 rpm
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
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Dimension

Category Cruiser Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Seat Height 705 mm 795 mm
Ground Clearance 130 mm 130 mm
Height 1100 mm 1065 mm
Wheel Base 1575 mm 1450 mm
Length 2310 mm 2115 mm
Width 880 mm 825 mm
Kerb Weight 225 kg 210 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R18 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre 160/60 R17 180/55 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R18 ZR17
Tyre Type Radial Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Inverted Fork
Suspension Travel(Front) 130 mm --
Suspension Travel(Rear) 80 mm --
Rear Suspension Offset Laydown Single-Shock Back Link

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Safety & Security

Pass Switch Yes Yes
Traction Control No --
Leg Guards No No
Riding Modes Cruise, Road Cruise, Road Sport Sport
Stability Control No --
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Central Locking No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Back Rest No No
ABS -- Yes
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Console

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

Additional Features Dual Throttle Valves Dual Throttle Valves --
Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control No No

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Perimeter Perimeter Trellis Trellis
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Side Wings No Yes

Electrical

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

Brake

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

Videos of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z900 ABS

  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
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  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
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  • $7,399:   2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White  Overview and Review
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  • 2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
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  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    16 Oct, 2015 . 167K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    16 Oct, 2015 . 156K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 30K views