Kawasaki Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Standard
RM 27,172
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Royal Enfield Classic 500
Royal Enfield Classic 500
Squadron Blue
RM 36,860
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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Royal Enfield Classic 500 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Royal Enfield Classic 500, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at RM 27,172 while the Royal Enfield Classic 500 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 36,860 . Comparing the technical specifications, Royal Enfield Classic 500 engine displacement is 499 while the Kawasaki Vulcan S houses a 649 engine.

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Overview: Vulcan S vs Classic 500

Key Features

Start Option Electric Kick & Electric
Displacement 649 cc 499 cc
Maximum Power 60.16 hp 27.2 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 5,400 Installment : RM 282 x 84 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
24 reviews
4.33/5
3 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

From The Experts

Things we like

Learner-friendly dynamics

Comfortable ergonomics with a low seat

Modern Cruiser aesthetics

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Things we don't like

Low foot pegs grind too easily

No electronics

Disappointing exhaust note

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 649 cc 499 cc
Maximum Power 60.16 hp 27.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 14.0 L 14.5 L
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC, Liquid Cooled Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.5:1
Lubrication System Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump Wet Sump
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
No. Of Cylinder 2 1
Bore X Stroke 83 mm x 60 mm 84 mm x 90 mm
Maximum Torque 63 Nm 41.3 Nm
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Air Cooled
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm 5250 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 6600 rpm 4000 rpm
Air Filter Type -- Elements of Paper
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Dimension

Category Cruiser Cruiser
Seat Height 705 mm 800 mm
Length 2310 mm 2160 mm
Width 880 mm 800 mm
Kerb Weight 225 kg 187 kg
Wheel Base 1575 mm 1370 mm
Seating Capacity 2 1
Height 1100 mm 1050 mm
Ground Clearance 130 mm 135 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Electronic Digital Ignition
Start Option Electric Kick & Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 5-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Rear) 80 mm 80 mm
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Offset Laydown Single-Shock Two Air Filled Shock Absorbers
Suspension Travel(Front) 130 mm 130 mm

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type Radial Radial
Front Tyre 120/70 R18 90/90 R19
Front Wheel Size R18 R19
Rear Wheel Size R17 R18
Rear Tyre 160/60 R17 110/80 R18

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V, 14 Ah

Safety & Security

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

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

Body Frame Type Perimeter Perimeter Single Downtube Single Downtube
Body Frame Material Steel Steel --
Side Wings No No
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Single Seat Single Seat
Chrome Garnish -- No
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- No
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Electrical

Head Lamp Bulb Bulb Halogen Halogen
Tail Lamp Bulb Bulb --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet -- No

Brake

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

Videos of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Royal Enfield Classic 500

  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
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  • New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
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  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
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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 Review
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
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