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    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

    BikeWale brings you comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Kawasaki Vulcan S. The ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is ₹ 13,51,149 and Kawasaki Vulcan S is ₹ 7,10,000. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours and Kawasaki Vulcan S is available in 1 colour and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Kawasaki Vulcan S.

    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsForty EightVulcan S
    Price₹ 13,51,149₹ 7,10,000
    Capacity1202 cc649 cc
    Power65.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm 59.94 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Economy----
    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight

    Harley-Davidson

    Forty Eight

    Standard
    ₹ 13,51,149
    Last Recorded Price
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    Kawasaki Vulcan S

    Kawasaki

    Vulcan S

    Standard
    ₹ 7,10,000
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		1,202649
              Max Power65.7 bhp @ 6,000 rpm59.94 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
              Max Torque96 Nm @ 3,500 rpm62.4 Nm @ 6,600 rpm
              Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)
              		20--
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		----
              Riding Range (Km)
              		158--
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		177186
              Riding Modes--
              Transmission5 Speed Manual6 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Chain DriveChain Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		1 Down 4 Up1 Down 5 Up
              Cylinders
              		22
              Bore (mm)
              		88.983
              Stroke (mm)
              		96.860
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		24
              Compression Ratio
              		10:0110.8 : 1
              Ignition
              		CDICDI
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		21
              Cooling System
              		Air CooledLiquid Cooled
              Clutch
              		--Wet Multiplate
              Fuel Delivery SystemFuel InjectionFuel Injection
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		7.914
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		2.52.1
              Emission Standard
              		BS6BS6 Phase 2
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		49 mm fork set, free valve right hand and cartridge style left handø41 mm telescopic fork/130 mm
              Rear Suspension
              		Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustmentOffset laydown single-shock, linkage equipped, with adjustable preload/80 mm
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		300300
              Caliper - Front2 Piston2 Piston
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		260250
              Caliper - Rear2 Piston1 Piston
              Wheel Type
              		AlloyAlloy
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		1618
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		1617
              Front Tyre Size
              		130/90 - B16120/70 - R18
              Rear Tyre Size
              		150/80 - B16160/60 - R17
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubeless
              Radial Tyres
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)3632
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4036
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)3632
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4036

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		252235
              Seat Height (mm)
              		710705
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		110130
              Overall Length (mm)
              		2,1652,310
              Overall Width (mm)
              		835855
              Overall Height (mm)
              		1,1001,090
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		1,4951,575
              Chassis Type
              		Mild Steel; Tubular FramePerimeter, high-tensile steel

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)22
              Standard Warranty (Km)Unlimited30000

            • Service & Maintenance Schedule

              Free Services
              		NA0 Free Services (24000 Kms)

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Touch Screen Display
              		--
              Instrument Console--Semi-Digital
              Odometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Speedometer
              		DigitalSemi Digital
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Hazard Warning Indicator--
              Average Speed Indicator--
              OTA Updates--Not Available
              Call/SMS Alerts--
              Geo Fencing
              		--
              Distance to Empty Indicator--
              Tachometer
              		AnalogueAnalogue
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Gear Indicator--
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Service Reminder Indicator--
              Battery
              		12V, 12-AMP/Hour.200 CCAMaintenance Free

            • Storage

              Front Storage Box
              Under Seat Storage

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		Halogen BulbHalogen Bulb
              Brake/Tail Light
              		LEDLED
              Turn Signal
              		LEDHalogen Bulb
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              USB Charging Port

            • Switchgear

              Riding Modes Switch--
              Traction Control--
              Cruise Control--Not Available
              Hazard Warning Switch--
              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Front Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Additional Features--LCD Instrument Cluster

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.6/5

            10 Ratings

            4.4/5

            7 Ratings

            Most Helpful Review

            Road beast

            To be honest it was my best decision to buy this bike. Like it’s an absolute beast. I

            Versatile and Fun Cruiser Motorcycle

            The Vulcan S Standard is a versatile and fun cruiser motorcycle that offers a comfort

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            FAQs about Forty Eight & Vulcan S

            Q: Which bike is better Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Kawasaki Vulcan S?
            According to our average user rating, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has a score of 4.6/5 while Kawasaki Vulcan S is rated 4.4/5.
            Q: Which bike among Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper?
            Kawasaki Vulcan S is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike is heavier Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Kawasaki Vulcan S?
            Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is heavier (252 kg) than Kawasaki Vulcan S (235 kg).

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