Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 motorcycles for sale in Grapevine, Texas

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000

$4,495

Grapevine, Texas

Final drive to the rear wheel is provided by smooth quiet and low maintenance belt drive. the V-twin engine is utilized as a member of the Vulcan 2000’s steel double-cradle frame which features a large-diameter box-section single-tube backbone. With the largest V-twin engine in a mass-production motorcycle amazing torque unique style and superb craftsmanship the Vulcan 2000 truly is the king of cruisers. Cruising touring or stoplight-to-stoplight drag racing the big Kawi is unmatched.” Power for this stylish cruiser comes from a massive V-twin engine featuring a bore and stroke of 103 x 123.2mm forged pistons alloy-steel connecting rods huge 220mm flywheels dual cams located within the one-piece crankcase and right-side pushrods actuating four valves per cylinder. As the editors of Rider magazine wrote “In naming Kawasaki’s Vulcan 2000 Cruising Rider’s Bike of the Year we offer a hearty round of applause for its brawny styling its powerful engine excellent fit and finish and top-notch running gear.” Their comments were echoed by the editors of Cruising Rider: “Simply put none of the contenders for our MOTY Motorcycle of the Year did everything they are supposed to do as well as the Vulcan 2000. Styling queues that put the Vulcan 2000 at the forefront of cruiser design include a powerful four-bulb projector-type headlight encased in a signature chrome Nacelle headlight – the first for a production cruiser. Plus the engine and transmission feature built-in oil and water pumps with the transmission also serving as the oil tank. the top quarter of the V-twin engine is liquid cooled while temperatures for the bottom three-quarters of the engine are managed by stylish and highly functional cooling fins. To provide sharp throttle response at any rpm the Vulcan 2000’s electronic engine control unit (ECU) manages electronic fuel injection with its dual 46mm throttle bodies and sub throttle valves as well as the iridium spark plug ignition system. Cruiser aficionados will appreciate the Vulcan 2000’s classic V-twin sound thanks in part to the single-pin crankshaft while dual counterbalancers and rubber engine mounts keep it running smoothly. Notably Kawasaki engineers chose to utilize a push rod design in order to reduce engine height which directly contributes to the Vulcan 2000’s low center of gravity and relatively low seat height. Plus hydraulic valve lash adjusters automatically maintain zero valve clearance for smoother quieter operation. 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Comes with accessories! This bike has a Mustang seat Led tail light Kuryakyn ISO grips Spectre air cleaner quick detachable windshield Sissybar Engine Guard Freedom Exhaust and Leather saddlebags. Dual exhaust pipes and mufflers emit a distinctive V-twin rumble and include honeycomb catalyzers to reduce emissions. A Hyvo primary drive chain transfers torque from the big V-twin engine to the five-speed transmission case which houses a multi-plate wet clutch. To fully benefit from the Vulcan 2000’s advanced electronics a gear position sensor in the transmission sends signals to the ECU further enhancing fuel injection volume and ignition timing and thus improving performance. the bucket-type saddle with locking passenger seat complements the Vulcan 2000’s long curving silhouette while providing all-day riding comfort. Coupled to the frame is a simple but elegant rear steel pipe swingarm suspension with a direct-action single shock. Motorcycles Cruiser 8548 PSN . the fuel injection system’s air cleaner is nestled between the cylinders which feature a black matte finish and the cooling fins are polished to a bright metallic shine. the rear suspension provides 3.9 inches of travel and includes spring preload and rebound adjustment. Up front large 49mm forks provide precise steering feedback and 5.9 inches of travel. the sub throttle valves provide the Vulcan 2000 with a smooth linear power band while the highly sophisticated fuel injection system’s fine atomizing injectors deliver an ultra-fine mist of fuel/air mixture to the cylinders for greater combustion efficiency increased power and optimum fuel economy. Adding to its high-end status is the chrome instrument panel with its large-face speedometer; mounted on a stretched 5.5-gallon fuel tank the V-shaped panel keeps the rider informed with an LCD display and warning lamps. the Vulcan 2000 motorcycle rides on bright cast aluminum 16-inch wheels with a 150/80 front radial tire and a huge 200/60 rear radial tire – the biggest stock rear tire on a production V-twin cruiser. Dual 300mm front disc brakes with four-piston calipers and a single rear disc brake with two-piston caliper bring this big cruiser to smooth powerful stops...