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* Price shown is based on the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and is subject to change. MSRP excludes destination fees, optional accessories, applicable taxes, installation, setup and/or other dealer fees.Sometimes, you can't help but smile. Vulcan 900 Custom is an easy motorcycle to like. 1st, the bike's custom styling oozes attitude from it's big front tire to the blacked out mufflers and other parts that typically wear a chrome coating. The drag-style handlebar and the low-slung seat put the rider in the perfect position to get the most out of this easy to ride yet powerful cruiser. Key Features 903cc V-twin provides an optimal balance of performance and manageability in a stylish package Black cast wheels solid-look rear and twin-spoke front Forward-mounted foot controls and drag-style bar for laid-back riding position with plenty of attitude Fat 180-series rear tire is widest in class and aids in the big bike feel Stylish tank-top instrumentation includes convenient fuel gauge Class-leading 5.3-gallon fuel tank Efficient belt drive runs cleaner and with less maintenance than a chain Digital fuel injection delivers precise throttle control with improved fuel economy903cc V-twin SOHC Engine Smooth and reliable engine tuned to deliver a healthy dose of torque at low rpm Gear-driven balancer allows the use of a single-pin crankshaft without excessive vibration Rubber mounted to reduce engine vibration at all speedsFour-valve Cylinder Head Provides max valve area for optimum flow, creating more power and low-end torque Sohc design is simple, lightweight and practical Long intake tracts narrow near the combustion chamber to increase intake flow speed for more efficient filling, increased torque and better low-end responseLiquid and Air Cooling Finned cylinders and heads combine with liquid cooling for exceptional thermal control Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power Automatic fan helps keep things coolDual Slash-cut Mufflers Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain emission reducing honeycomb catalyzers Satin black finish for extra attitudePositive Neutral Finder Just lift the shift pedal from 1st gear at a stop to easily find neutral, every timeElectronic Fuel Injection Superb performance and rideability thanks to dual throttle bodies with sub-throttles The ECU-controlled sub-throttles are located behind the main throttle valve, allowing the DFI system to provide more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for optimal acceleration, combustion and fuel consumptionDouble Cradle Frame Very rigid, large-diameter box section backbone allows space for a larger fuel tank, and lightweight handling at low speeds Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort handling at ultra-low speeds Long wheelbase contributes to a comfortable highway ride Triangular swingarm has a hardtail appearance, but utilizes a single shock hidden beneath the seat Long and low chassis for minimal seat height, max visual impactBelt Drive Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and suspension action Low maintenance and low noise41mm Front Fork Offers excellent rigidity and 5.9ins of travel 33 degrees of rake and 7.2 ins of trail for excellent straight line trackingFront and Rear Disc Brakes The 300mm front and 270mm rear brake rotors are gripped by twin-piston calipers for some of the best stopping power in the classCustom Cast 21-inch Front Wheel The wheel's eighteen spokes are arranged in pairs Tapered and flanged in 2 directions, every line and surface of each 3D spoke is exquisitely curved Aggressive black finishWide Rear Tire 180mm rear tire provides added traction while projecting a powerful image Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers Custom cast 15-inch rear wheel contrasts the light, tall front wheel Aggressive black finishTank-mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lights Provides riders crucial info at a glance Compact design matches the bike's clean lookSculpted Bodywork Fuel tank features a twin valley design, with a dynamic tension and presence all its own Designed to be pleasing to both the eye and to the touch, the tank is composed exclusively of curves with constantly varying radii; the twin valley design theme continues to the rear fender and its hand-sculpted contours Bottom of the rear fender features a relatively straight cut, to balance the lines of the motorcycleCustom Features Chromed headlamp, headlamp mount, lower triple clamp and turn signals as well as footpegs, shift lever and rear brake lever Clean headlamp design is compact and isolated without a central fork cover or headlamp bar Small, minimalist fender and lack of front fork covers also contribute to the slender appearance of the front end Sporty, straight-style handlebar adds to the bike's custom styling. Instead of handlebar clamps, twin tubes elegantly curve back from the upper triple clamp. Both the handlebar and twin tubes are completely chromed Forward-mounted footpegs instead of floorboards add to the custom image and improve rider control One-piece gunfighter style seat is designed for comfortable rider and passenger accommodation and a custom-style look Standard toe-operated shift lever instead of a heel-toe shifter complements the forward footpegs for a more open rider positionSpecifications Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder V-twin Displacement: 903cc / 55.1 cu. in. Bore x Stroke: 88 x 74.2 mm Max Torque: 58.2 pound.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 Cooling System: Liquid Fuel System: DFI with dual 34mm Keihin throttle bodies (2) Ignition: TCBI with digital advance Transmission: five Gear Final Drive: Belt Frame: Double cradle, high-tensile steel Rake/Trail: 33 deg./7.2 in. Front Suspension / Wheel Travel: 41mm hydraulic telescoping fork / 5.9 in. Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel: Uni-Trak swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in. Front Tire Size: 80/90x21 Rear Tire Size: 180/70x15 Wheelbase: 64.8 in. Front Brakes / Rear Brakes: 300mm hydraulic disc / 270mm hydraulic disc Fuel Capacity: 5.3 gal. Seat Height: 27.0 in. Overall Length: 94.7 in. Overall Width: 35.2 in. Overall Height: 44.1 in. Curb Weight: 610.eight pound. Color Choices: Candy Lime Green, Metallic Flat Platinum Gray / Flat Ebony
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