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Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter

Engine and Transmission

The Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter is a 4 stroke, Custom bike with a 1471.00 ccm (89,31 cubic inches) V2, 4 Valve type of engine. This engine then gets the power to the rear wheel with a Shaft drive (cardan) driven transmission.

This engine has 64.00 HP (46,47 kW)) @ 4700 RPM, 113.00 Nm (11,44 kgf-m or 82,88 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM and a top speed of 182.0 km/h (112,53 mph)

Wheels and Tyres

If you are searching for Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter Tyres then you will need to look for the correct sizes. On this model the Front Tyre size is 130/90 - H16 and the Rear Tyre size is 150/80 - H16 so before going ahead and purchasing a tyre, check that it is the correct size.

Braking Information

To stop this 304.0 kg (666,85 pounds) bike you will need good brakes. The Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter comes with Single disc brakes on the front and Single disc brakes on the rear to ensure you will stop quickly if you need to.

Kawasaki VN 1500 Drifter Technical Information
Type of Bike: Custom Year: 2001 Engine Capacity: 1471.00 ccm (89,31 cubic inches) Engine Type: V2
Engine Power: 64.00 HP (46,47 kW)) @ 4700 RPM Torque: 113.00 Nm (11,44 kgf-m or 82,88 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM Compression: N/A Stroke: 4
Starter Type: N/A Top Speed: 182.0 km/h (112,53 mph) Transmission: Shaft drive (cardan) Gearbox: 5 - speed
Fuel Capacity: 19.00 litres (4,99 gallons) Fuel Control: N/A Valves: 4 Cooling System: N/A
Bike Weight: 304.0 kg (666,85 pounds) Bike Length: N/A Front Brakes: Single disc Rear Brakes: Single disc