3501 x 2335 px | 29,6 x 19,8 cm | 11,7 x 7,8 inches | 300dpi
Date de la prise de vue:
29 octobre 2023
Lieu:
Greater Manchester, UK
Informations supplémentaires:
Cette image peut avoir des imperfections car il s’agit d’une image historique ou de reportage.
Parallel-twin engines seem to be all the rage these days, with most manufacturers using the configuration as a base of operations for a plethora of models. The Vulcan’s parallel-twin is no different, powering the likes of the Ninja 650, Z650, Z650RS, and Versys 650. It’s a well-engineered engine, producing a smooth output of usable power across its rev range. I said as much when I rode the 2022 versions of the Z650RS and Versys 650 last year. The abrupt off-to-on throttle response of the Vulcan S is surprising, considering Kawasaki touts its dual throttle valve configuration “regulates intake airflow to ensure a natural, linear response.” At the same time, it’s unsurprising because I made the same criticism when testing the 2022 Z650RS. All the aforementioned 650s are within one or two lb-ft of the Vulcan S’ claimed torque of 46.3 lb-ft at 6, 600 rpm. The Vulcan’s claimed curb weight is similar to the Versys 650 but significantly more than the 412-pound claimed curb weight of the Z650RS.
