Kawasaki 2003 Vulcan 1600 Classic


03 Vulcan 1600
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2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic
2003 KAWASAKI VULCAN 1600 CLASSIC
Bigger, longer, lower
The successor to the popular Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Classic motorcycle. The 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic is more than up to the challenge of carrying the big V-Twin Classic flag for Kawasaki. With an increased engine displacement from 1470cc to 1552cc, the Vulcan 1600 Classic's engine is precisely tuned for low and mid-range power providing throaty acceleration. Piston, rod and crank were all modified to achieve the optimum performance that Kawasaki engineers desired while designing the new Classic.

Attention to the engine finish was not ignored as the color changed from black to silver complimenting the newly designed head and air cleaner covers. To meet the current demand for long and low styling in the cruiser market, the wheelbase was increased approximately 20mm and the fenders, side covers and seat height were all lowered enhancing the Vulcan 1600's classic image. In addition there's a wider rear tire, larger headlight, chrome mirrors and dual front disc brakes to finish off the 2003 Vulcan's clean and sleek appearance.

5mm increase in stroke boosts OHC V-Twin engine displacement from 1470cc to 1552cc

Newly designed cylinder head and air cleaner covers match new silver engine finish

Digital fuel injection system provides smooth and responsive acceleration with less fuel consumption

Aggressive chamberless dual mufflers designed to improve power and express the increase in displacement

Liquid cooling for more consistent running temperatures mean no power fade on hot days

Camshaft timing and lift revised to provide improved power characteristics at the low and mid RPM range

Longer wheelbase, new style fenders, side covers and seat give the Classic a longer and lower look

Ride comfort enhanced by new chassis styling

Swingarm is 30mm longer to add to stretched look and smooth ride

Front end appearance enhanced by new chrome mirrors and larger headlight

New tail light and rear fender accommodate wider and more aggressive rear tire

Instrument panel is thinner and protrudes less from the surface for increased fuel tank capacity

Ignition key relocated to the top of instruments on fuel tank

Ignition key is removable from the switch assembly after starting motorcycle, like the Mean Streak

Floorboards redesigned to compliment overall new package

Front fork inner tube diameter increased from 41mm to 43mm increasing rigidity

Rear shock mounting angle changed to accommodate new swingarm and chassis

New single backbone type frame is 100mm narrower to fit the bike's new design

Larger diameter dual front disc brakes replace single disc

Rear disc diameter increased providing greater stopping power

New fork and triple clamp covers add to distinctive new Vulcan styling

MSRP (USA) $10,499

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