2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak Pictures & Specs

Engine
- 1,552cc / 95 cu. in. SOHC, V-Twin
- Tuned for low- and mid-range power to deliver gutsy acceleration in the typical cruising range
- Oversquare 102 x 95mm bore and stroke help ensure punchy response and a broad spread of satisfying power

Liquid-Cooling
- Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power during hard use
- Ring-type cooling fan is quiet and efficient

Four Valves per Cylinder
- Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today's lower-octane gasoline
- Dished piston crowns allow for 9.0:1 compression ratio
- Boosts low-end torque
- Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow

Fuel Injection System
- Digital control for maximum accuracy
- Produces easy starting, smooth running, high performance and reduced exhaust emissions

Gear-Driven Engine Balancer
- Counter-rotates at engine speed to cancel vibration
- Allows use of single-pin crankshaft without the heavy vibration

Five-Speed Transmission
- Five-speed transmission combines great around-town acceleration with relaxed highway cruising

Positive Neutral Finder
- Just lift the shift pedal from first at a stop to find neutral easily, every time

Hydraulic Clutch
- Easy to operate and maintain

Chamberless Dual Mufflers
- Dual slash-cut mufflers give increased power feel
- Catalyzers built into each muffler to meet emissions regulations
- ECU controls the electromagnetic solenoid valve of the secondary air system to further reduce emissions

Dual Alternators
- Dual alternators provide enough output to power additional electrical accessories

Frame
- Uses twin 40 x 40mm square cross section tubes to create single backbone
- Use of single backbone accommodates larger capacity fuel tank

Long and Low
- Overall package is longer and lower than the Vulcan® 1500 Classic

43mm Telescopic Fork
- Provides increased rigidity, superb steering feedback and excellent ride quality

Dual Shocks With Four-Way Rebound Damping
- Deliver superb comfort and high stability

Brakes
- Dual 300mm diameter discs and 300mm single rear disc provide abundant stopping power

Dished Cast Wheels
- Allow the use of tubeless tires
- Large tires and wheels give 1600 Classic a tougher look

Integrated Instrument Cluster
- Features LCD screen and tank-mounted ignition switch
- Incorporate fuel-injection warning lamp, fuel gauge, odometer, tripmeter and clock
- Ignition switch mounted on top of instrument cluster

Details
- Self-canceling turn signals automatically shut off after eight seconds or traveling 213 feet
- Wider fenders enhance style
- Chrome-backed mirrors are stylish and corrosion resistant
- Locking left-side cover holds tool kit, while providing space for small items