Kawasaki Vulcan 900 vs Triumph America: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2013-present) and the Triumph America (2016), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Kawasaki Vulcan 900 51 hp, Triumph America 61 hp.
- Torque: Kawasaki Vulcan 900 79 Nm, Triumph America 72 Nm.
- Weight: Kawasaki Vulcan 900 277 kg, Triumph America 270 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2013-present)51
- Triumph America (2016)61 (best)
Torque Nm
- Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2013-present)79 (best)
- Triumph America (2016)72
Weight kg
- Kawasaki Vulcan 900 (2013-present)277
- Triumph America (2016)270 (best)
Full specs
| Specification |  2013-present · Custom Remove |  2016 · LT Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cruiser | Cruiser |
| Years | 2013-present | 2016 |
| Engine | 903cc 4-stroke, 55-degree V-twin, liquid-cooled, DFI with two 34mm throttle bodies (sub-throttle valves), TCBI electronic-advance ignition, bore x stroke 88.0 x 74.2mm, 9.5:1 compression | 865.0 ccm (52.78 cubic inches), Twin, four-stroke, 270 degree firing interval, Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 903 cc | 865 cc |
| Power | 51 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 61 hp @ 6,800 rpmBest |
| Torque | 79 Nm @ 3,500 rpmBest | 72 Nm @ 3,300 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual with positive neutral finder, Kevlar-reinforced belt final drive | 5-speed, Wet. multi-plate, Chain (final drive) |
| Final drive | belt | chain |
| Weight | 277 kg (wet) | 270 kg (wet)Best |
| Seat height | 686 mm | 690 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.1 LBest | 19.3 L |
| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 5.9 in travel | Kayaba 41mm forks with polished stainless steel shrouds and polished lowers. |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload, 4.1 in travel | Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload. |
| Brake system | Non-ABS hydraulic disc brakes, front and rear | Not available |
| Front brake | Single 300mm hydraulic disc | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, 310 mm |
| Rear brake | Single 270mm hydraulic disc | Single disc. Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, 285 mm |
| Front tire | 80/90-21 | 130/90-R16 |
| Rear tire | 180/70-15 | 170/80-B15 |
| Quickshifter | No | Not available |
| Launch price | Not available | Not available |