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?
