Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD.

Price

About $5,499.(+-)

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine and Transmission

Engine:                        Four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin

Displacement:             498cc

Starting:                      Electric

Bore x stroke:              74.0 x 58.0mm

Compression ratio:     10.2:1

Cooling:                       Liquid

Carburetion:                Keihin CVK32 x 2

Ignition:                       Digital TCBI

Transmission:              Six-speed

Chassis and Dimensions

Final drive:                  O-Ring chain

Frame:                         Double-cradle, steel

Rake / trail:                 33 degrees / 5.9 in.

Suspension, front /

wheel travel:               41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.

Suspension, rear /

wheel travel:               Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload /                                          3.9 in.

Front tire:                    100/90x19

Rear tire:                     140/90x15

Brakes, front:              Hydraulic disc

Brakes, rear:               Mechanical drum

Overall length:            91.3 in.

Overall width:                         32.7 in.

Overall height:            44.3 in

Ground clearance:      4.7 in.

Seat height:                 28.1 in.

Curb weight:               471.9 lbs.

Fuel capacity:              4.0 gal.

Wheelbase:                 62.8 in.

 

Twin-cylinder 498cc Engine

Compact parallel-twin design based on the NINJA 500R sportbike engine

Special cam profiles and ample flywheel weight boost low-end torque

Liquid-Cooling

Keeps operating temperatures consistent, resulting in longer engine life

Allows tighter engine clearances for quieter running and more power

Radiator hides between the frame downtubes

Four Valves per Cylinder

Better flow for more power at high rpm

Compact combustion chamber for less detonation with today’s gasoline

Augments low-end torque

Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner

Maintains precise timing without maintenance

Cam chain runs quietly, reliably

Gear-Driven Balancer

Reduces engine vibration for a super-smooth ride

Six-Speed Transmission

Allows engine’s full potential to be utilized

Positive Neutral Finder

When stopped, just lift the shift pedal from first gear to easily find neutral

32mm CVK Semi-Flat Slide Carburetors

Quick throttle response

Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds

Straight-Flow Exhaust

Designed to boost low and mid-range power

Tuned pipes enhance low-speed pulling power

Single Disc Front Brake

Single piston pin-slide caliper produces quick, sure stops

Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lamps

Gives needed information at a glance

Compact design complements the bike’s clean look

Stepped Seating

Laid-back riding comfort for two

Chrome-Plated Wire Spoke Wheels

Narrow 100/90-19 front tire and beefy 140/90-15 rear tire fits the LTD’s traditional cruiser styling

Seat Height-                28.1 in.           

Curb Weight-              471.9 lb.         

Overall Length-           91.3 in.           

Overall Width-                        32.7 in.           

Overall Height-           44.3 in.           

Ground Clearance-     4.7 in. 

Color Choices-             Metallic Imperial Red

Warranty-                   12 months                  

Bad sides of kawasaki

I have a 2009 Kawasaki ninja 500 with 7400 miles & today as I was riding it, the bike went to neutral so I had to pull off of the road. I turned it off/on and tried for about 20 min to get the bike off of neutral but it wouldn't shift gears. I changed the oil/oil filter about 4 days ago. And I don't think it can be the transmission right? Anyone experience a problem like this before?