Kawasaki VULCAN 500 LTD User Manual
2009 VULCAN®500 LTD
CRUISER
VULCAN 500 LTD
Metallic Imperial Red
THE KAWASAKI VULCAN 500 LTD IS BUILT AND READY - to
take you anywhere you want to go with the easiest handling
of any cruiser and it does it at a great price. Featuring a
responsive, liquid cooled, parallel twin engine, an easy
shifting six-speed transmission, and laid-back, comfortable
seating and suspension. Perfect for honing your riding skills,
since they’re as smart as they are fun.
• Low, stepped saddle and pull-back bars ensure
laid-back riding comfort for two with a super low,
715 mm seat height.
• Smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission has a gear
for every situation, from low-speed city trac to
highway use.
• Compact design, tank-mounted speedometer and
LED indicators complement the bike’s clean look.
• Handsome teardrop fuel tank, shorty front
fender, and bobbed rear fender give the 500 LTD
a sharp yet laid-back style.
Engine type
Displacement
Bore x stroke
Compression ratio
Valve system
Cooling system
Fuel system
Ignition
Starting
Transmission
Final drive
Frame type
Rake/trail
Suspension, front
Suspension, rear
Tire, front
Tire, rear
Brakes, front/rear
Wheelbase
Seat height
Fuel capacity
Curb weight
Take an in-depth tour of this machine at kawasaki.ca/vulcan
Safe Riding’s More Fun
Ride responsibly. Kawasaki believes safety begins with us and
continues with you. Always wear a helmet, eye protection and proper
apparel. Passengers too. Ride defensively. Obey the Basic Speed Law.
Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Riding is more fun on
a well-maintained motorcycle...follow the instructions in your owner’s
manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.
4-stroke Parallel Twin
498cc
74 x 58 mm
10.2:1
DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Liquid
2 Keihin CVK32 carburetor
TCBI with digital advance
Electric
6-speed with Positive Neutral Finder
O-ring chain
Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
33º/151 mm (5.9 in.)
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Dual shocks with 5-way preload adjustment
100/90-19
140/90-15
Single 290mm disc with
2-piston caliper/drum
1595 mm (62.8 in.)
715 mm (28.1 in.)
15 litres (3.3 gallons)
214 kg (471 lbs.)
One-Year Warranty
Your new Vulcan 500 Ltd motorcycle comes
with a 12-month/unlimited mileage limited
factory warranty. Read the next paragraph
to find out how you can extend your
coverage inexpensively, or ask your dealer
for details about the factory warranty and
available extended coverage.
Up to Three Years
Additional Coverage*
Let Kawasaki protect your
new machine for years to
come* with the exclusive
Good Times
repairs or replaces most components free
of charge if found defective in material or
workmanship. Everything about the plan is
easy: There’s no deductible. It’s honored
at every authorized Kawasaki motorcycle
dealer nationwide. It’s transferable to
another owner with no fee. Just ask your
dealer how you can buy extended coverage
of 24 or 36 months. Imagine, for just
pennies a day, you can ride with no worry
and no hassle. Just tell your dealer you
want the Good Times Protection Plan.
*Depending on the program purchased.
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Protection Plan. This plan
To view our complete accessory
catalog, find your nearest dealer
or take an in-depth tour
of this machine visit:
Action Photography: Professional riders on a closed course.
Specifications subject to change without notice. Availability may be limited.
P/N 99969-2310E Printed in Canada
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