2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42
The legendary Japanese motorcycle "Kawasaki Volcano" appeared on the roads of Japan, Europe, and then the whole world in 1984. It was a classic chopper chopper with a 41 hp engine. With. and a volume of 699 cubic meters. cm. It was this volume of cylinders that opened the way for the Vulcan motorcycle to the US market, since American standards allowed the import of motorcycles with an engine capacity of up to 750 cubic meters. cm at affordable rates, and if this figure exceeded 750 cubic meters. see, the cost of importation increased significantly. After the removal of these restrictions in 1986, the Kawasaki Corporation increased the cylinder capacity of the Vulcan engine to 900 cc. cm, and then (in 2002) - up to 1500 cubic meters. see Maximum volume of 2000 cu. cm was achieved in 2004. This motor was installed on the base model VULKAN 2000 Classic LT. The engine with a V-shaped arrangement of two cylinders developed a power of 116 hp. s.
Lineup
In just thirty years of successful production of the Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle, nine models have been created and mass-produced:
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-750", 1984-2006
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-400", 1986-2004
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-500", 1990-2009
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-1500", 1987-2008
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-800", 1995-2006
- "Volcano-1600", 2002-2009
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-2000", 2004-2010
- "Volkan-900", from 2006 to present.
- "Kawasaki Vulkan-1700", 2009 to present.
The entire model range of the Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle was produced in the classic version of a cruise bike, with comfortable seats, comfortable cushioning and smooth gear shifting. All of these signs correspond to two-wheeled vehicles designed for long-distance travel.
Exterior
Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycles are impressively designed, recognizable from hundreds of other motorcycles by their chrome wheel arches, single-sided exhaust pipes and futuristic seating. The main difference of the "Volcano" is its swift contours, creating the impression of a "leaping cheetah", which is reinforced by beveled rear shock absorbers and an elongated rear wing.
Kawasaki Volcano-400
Kawasaki Corporation introduced the Vulcan 400 in 1986 as a medium power cruising motorcycle. 398 cc twin engine centimeters of the classic V-shaped layout developed a power of about 30 horsepower, cooling it -liquid. The rotation of the crankshaft was transmitted to the rear wheel using a belt drive, which was soon replaced by a chain. The transmission of the motorcycle was overly wide range, the six-speed gearbox did not fully justify itself, as the first gear was practically not used due to the too low gear ratio, and the movement of the "Volcano" began with the second gear.
After some time, the 6-speed gearbox was replaced by a five-speed one, and this design solution not only improved the performance of the motorcycle, but also reduced its price - sales increased significantly. "Kawasaki Volcano" in various modifications was sold in almost all countries of Europe, the Middle East, the USA and Canada.
Kawasaki Volcano-900
The Vulkan-900 model, introduced in 2006, has become the most demanded modification for a long time. This motorcycle is currently the top seller worldwide. "Volkan-900" can be recognized by the characteristic sound of the engine, the restrained powerful growl of pistons of 88 mm diameter. 903 cc engine cm brand VN900BE develops a power of 42 liters. with., gas distribution - four-valve, cylinder layout - V-shaped. The transmission of rotation from the engine to the rear wheel is belt. Gearbox - Return, five-speed.
The engine is started by an electric starter, the fuel tank holds 20 liters of fuel. Disc brakes on both wheels, front wheel tires - 130/90-16M/C 67H, rear -180/70-15M/C 76H. The frame of the motorcycle is welded combined, tubular-profile. Front fork - telescopic, reciprocating action, rear fork - pendulum, with effective hydraulic shock absorbers.
Motorcycle "Volcano Kawasaki-1500"
The fourth model of the Kawasaki family - "Volcano-1500" - was released in 1987, and its production continued until 2008. The modification of the motorcycle was focused on long-distance trips with maximum comfort. The car was equipped with large luggage cases located on the sides of the rear wheel, a high double seat with a back and a 24-liter fuel tank. The steering wheel configuration is extended, the steering rod is adjustable in height and angle. There is no instrument panel as such, all sensors are placed in a round multi-speedometer.
1470 cc engine cm develops a power of 90 liters. with., the arrangement of cylinders - in-line, V-shaped, cooling - liquid. Gas distribution - 4-valve per cylinder, ignition - electronic with computer spark focusing. The powerful motor required the installation of an adequate transmission, and after repeated tests, it was decided to settle on a 4-speed gearbox. The brake system of the motorcycle is effective, disc brakes on both wheels.
The Japanese concern Kawasaki is currently preparing to release several new models of the Kawasaki Vulcan motorbike.
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