Vulcan S Cafe (MY21) – Kawasaki

The heart of a sportsbike and the comfort of a classic cruiser. The 2021 Vulcan S is fitted with a deflector screen and finished in superb two-tone paint with colour-coded wheel trim. Never taking away from its heritage styling, this cruiser takes comfort and adjustability then combines it with Ninja-derived performance to create a unique Learner approved experience. A unique feature of the Vulcan S SE is the ability to change the Seat, Handle bars and adjust the foot leaver positions (accessories) to suit a variety of riders. The Vulcan S offers Standards Reach, Reduced Reach (for shorter riders) and Extended Reach (for taller riders) options. Talk to your Kawasaki Dealership about getting the right fit for you on the Vulcan S. The Vulcan S is an extremely adaptable cruiser that showcases adjustable positions for every rider. The changes are made using Kawasaki Genuine Accessories that the rider can purchase.

ENGINE

Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve 649 cm³ Parallel Twin, fuel injected. Smooth performance in the low and medium rpm ranges. The engine is tuned for rider-friendly power characteristics to confidence in all riders. Smooth starts, smooth acceleration, and a satisfying acceleration. The attractive bend of the exhaust pipes and an under-engine muffler arrangement builds a clean, tough look.

SUSPENSION AND BRAKES

18-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels. The larger front wheel provides natural, light handling. Tyres provide the right blend of handling and grip. The Vulcan S Cafe is ABS equipped, with front 300mm front disc slowed by 2 piston calipers the rear ABS disc brake is fitted with a single piston caliper for ample stopping power. The swingarm’s D-shaped cross-section gives it a pipe-like design that matches the frame, and contributes to the high-quality appearance.

Offset laydown rear single-shock supension is distinctive syling element, contributing the trend setting design. Pre-load adjustment is via an easy access 5-way cam wheel. Tail fender is shaped to hug the rear wheel as closely as possible, creating a compact cruiser-style. The design was made possible in part by the offset laydown rear shock.

FRAME

The pipe perimeter frame is a key component of the Vulcan S look. The design of the frame, rear suspension and swingarm create an integrated line running from the front of the bike to the rear hub. A pipe frame of high-tensile steel gives the bike a lightweight appearance. Tear drop-style fuel tank adds a cruiser-style touch. With its 14 litre tank capacity and the Parallel Twin engine’s good fuel economy, the long range offered by the Vulcan S means riders can go longer between fill-ups—convenient in town, and reassuring when out on a daytrip.

The instrument cluster matches the bikes overall design and features an easy to read layout. Analogue-style tachometer and multi-function LCD screen use blue LED backlights for excellent visibility at night. Features include: fuel gauge, digital speedometer, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining range, fuel consumption and the Economical Riding Indicator. Curved, flowing style blended with a powerful, long-and-low stance and modern elements creates a unique, eye-catching design. Inverted triangle headlamp contributes to the Vulcan S’s fresh, unique design.

LAMS APPROVED

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Each state and territory has its own regulations relating to the range of motorcycle models approved under the Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme.
The manufacturer does not warrant or represent that the models shown are approved in each state and territory.