2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750

Powered by a liquid-cooled, double overhead cam 749cc V-twin engine, the Vulcan 750 is powerful and low-maintenance. Hydraulic valve lash adjusters ease maintenance and liquid cooling increases overall engine durability. Plus, the engine itself is rubber-mounted within the double-cradle, high-tensile steel frame to reduce vibration at the handlebar and footpegs.

A low-maintenance shaft drive transmits power from the five-speed transmission to the beefy 15-inch rear wheel. Plus, the easy-shifting gearbox features Kawasaki’s exclusive Positive Neutral Finder, which allows for easy and accurate shifting from first into neutral when stopped. Air-assisted rear shocks with four clicks of rebound damping adjustment offer a smooth and controlled ride, while dual front discs provide reliable stopping power. Full instrumentation, including both coolant-temperature and fuel-level gauges, and a center stand are standard fare.

Kawasaki Vulcan 750 Specifications

• Engine: Four-stroke, DOHC, 8-valve V-Twin
• Displacement: 749cc
• Starting: Electric
• Bore x stroke: 84.9 x 66.2mm
• Compression ratio: 10.3:1
• Cooling: Liquid
• Carburetion: Keihin CVK34 x 2
• Ignition: Electronic
• Transmission: Five-speed
• Final drive: Shaft
• Frame: Double cradle, high-tensile steel
• Rake / trail: 32 degrees / 5.0 in.
• Front suspension / wheel travel: Hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
• Rear suspension / wheel travel: Air-assisted dual shocks with 4-way rebound damping / 3.5 in.
• Front tire: 100/90x19 tubeless
• Rear tire: 150/90x15 tubeless
• Front brakes / rear brake: Dual discs / Drum
• Overall length: 90.4 in.
• Overall width: 33.5 in.
• Overall height: 48.2 in.
• Ground clearance: 5.9 in.
• Seat height: 28.9 in.
• Dry weight: 483 lbs.
• Fuel capacity: 3.6 gal.
• Wheelbase: 62.2 in.
• Colors: Ebony / Candy Persimmon Red
• MSRP: $6,299

Features

• Optimum torque from idle to redline
• Smooth, reliable and easy to maintain
• Allows use of single-pin crankshaft without the heavy vibration

• Better breathing for more power at high rpm
• Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today’s gasolines
• Boosts low-end torque
• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow
• Hydraulic lash adjusters keep valves quiet with no adjustment required

• Consistent operating temperatures, resulting in longer engine life
• Allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower
• Automatic fan keeps things cool even in traffic
• Includes temperature gauge

• Dual-stage design allows more compact cylinder heads
• Runs quietly, reliably

• Maintains precise timing without maintenance
• Assures greater reliability

• All but eliminates engine vibration

• Designed to handle the engine’s unique power characteristics
• The engine’s broad torque curve only needs five speeds for great acceleration and relaxed highway cruising

• Just lift the shift pedal from first at a stop to easily find neutral
• A Kawasaki exclusive

• Precise fuel metering facilitates uniform power delivery at all engine speeds
• Quick throttle response

• Hassle-free starting and warm-up

• Adjustable for a wide range of rider and passenger weights
• Provides a smooth and well-controlled ride
• Integral adjusters make it easy to tune the suspension for a particular riding style or road conditions

• Reliable and quiet, low-maintenance system

• Reliable stopping power under demanding conditions

• Provides important information at a glance
• Compact design complements the bike’s clean look

• A hot spark at all engine speeds for easy starting, smooth running and good fuel economy