The Kawasaki Vulcan S has made its Indian debut, priced at Rs 5.44 lakhs (ex-showroom). Based on the older ER-6n platform, the Vulcan S is pitted against the Harley-Davidson Street 750 and the Hyosung Aquila Pro GV650. Here is a photo gallery of the Kawasaki Vulcan S -
In line with its brethren, the Kawasaki Vulcan S features characteristic urban cruiser-esque styling cues like a low-slung profile, stretched wheelbase and laid-back riding position.
The Vulcan S combines these cues with distinctive elements like the teardrop fuel-tank and inverted triangular headlamp.
The Vulcan S is offered with Ergo-Fit, with three-level adjustment for the seat, handlebar and foot pegs, making it suitable for riders of different heights.
The instrument cluster is similar to previous generation Ninja 650 and ER-6n, and comprises of an analogue tachometer and a digital display.
The Vulcan S is powered by a retuned version of the 649cc parallel twin engine, with improved low-end and mid-range performanc.
The engine’s output stands at 61bhp and 62Nm of torque, which is delivered through a six-speed gearbox.
The Vulcan S rides on 18-inch front alloy wheel with telescopic forks and a 17-inch rear alloy wheel with an offset monoshock.
The brake setup consists of a single 300mm disc with twin-piston caliper up front, and a 250mm disc with a single-piston rear caliper. ABS is offered as standard.
Kawasaki offers the Vulcan S with a host of accessories like luggage racks, saddlebags, windscreen and passenger seats among others.
