Vulcan 1600
Nomad

$20,990 RRP*
$22,528 On-Road*

Listed price less for trade-in.
On-road prices for NSW.
When buying outright without a trade-in, contact Kawasaki Newcastle for the best price. (conditions apply)

This new model includes the latest 1552cc Vulcan V-Twin with special fuel injection settings to satisfy the rider’s desire for smoother, stronger power. Use of the VN1600A base engine increases the Classic Tourer’s displacement from 1,470 cm³. VN1500L exhaust characteristics are maintained; fuel injection settings are changed accordingly. The greater displacement substantially increases power feeling.

The new fuel tank provides increased capacity over the 1500 Nomad and features the smooth edge, flangeless design so popular on our Vulcan Classic series. The beautiful sculpted instrument panel nacelle from the Vulcan 1600 Classic, along with the easy to reach ignition switch now grace the Nomad.

To fulfil its touring mission, the shapely hard, color-matched saddlebags provide ample storage room, while the height adjustable windshield helps reduce the rider’s exposure to the elements.

The chassis, based on the strong Vulcan 1600 Classic, features reinforced gusseting in the middle section. Reduced fork offset of 15mm (5mm less than that of VN1600A) provides ideal handling. Lighter steering at low speeds is promised by this reduction in fork offset.

Engine and saddlebag guards combine good looks with function. Engine guard mounted to the downtube protects the engine in the event the bike falls over. Pannier guards prevent damage to the panniers in the event the bike falls over.

The new Vulcan 1600 Nomad also receives a number of new features designed to increase passenger comfort. These include the addition of a backrest, passenger grab rails, and a change from passenger footpegs to passenger floorboards. These match the rider’s stylish and functional floorboards featuring an updated shape and rubber insert for greater comfort.

The backrest is tailored to fit pillion’s body provides high-comfort support for long distance rides.

Elegantly crafted aluminium die-cast grab rails replacing the seat band of the VN1500L are shaped to fit the pillion’s hands. In addition to providing additional passenger security, their chrome-coated finish contributes to the improved high-quality appearance

Pillion footboards give passengers more choice of foot position, which translates to greater comfort.

A reshaped rear seat complements the backrest and grab rail and contributes to increased passenger comfort. New seat construction features leather seat covers bonded to urethane for high-quality surface finish.

Revised front emblem and an emblem added to the rear of the bike contribute to the enhanced quality

The colour available is Metallic Ocean Blue. Newly developed metallic particles are used in this paint to give an even more brilliant finish.

 

SPECIFICATIONS    
EngineType Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke V-Twin
Displacement 1,552 cm3
Bore and Stroke 102 x 95 mm
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Valve system SOHC, 8 valves
Fuel system Fuel injection:  36 mm x 2
Ignition Digital
Starting Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission 5-speed, return
Final drive Shaft
Primary reduction ratio 1.517 (85/56)
Gear ratios: 1st 2.500 (40/16)
                  2nd 1.590 (35/22)
                  3rd 1.192 (31/26)
                  4th 0.965 (28/29)
                  5th 0.781 (25/32)
Final reduction ratio 2.619 (15/21 x 33/9)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Type Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
Wheel travel: front 150 mm
                    rear 99 mm
Tyre:            front 150/80-16M/C (71H)
                    rear 170/70B16M/C (75H)
Caster (rake) 32°
Trail 184 mm
Steering angle (left/right) 35° / 35°
Front: Type 43 mm telescopic fork
Rear: Type Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks
         Rebound damping 4-way
Front: Type Dual 300 mm discs
          Caliper Dual twin-piston
Rear: Type Single 300 mm disc
          Caliper Twin-piston
Overall length 2,515 mm
Overall width 990 mm
Overall height 1,460 ~ 1,505 mm
Wheelbase 1,690 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Seat height 720 mm
Dry weight 350 kg
Fuel capacity 20 litres
Maximum power 49 kW {67 PS}/ 4,700 rpm
Maximum torque 127 N·m {13.0 kgf·m}/ 2,700 rpm
Note: Specifications subject to change without notice

 

Vulcan 1600
Nomad

$20,990 RRP*
$22,528 On-Road*

Listed price less for trade-in.
On-road prices for NSW.
When buying outright without a trade-in,
contact Kawasaki Newcastle for the
best price (conditions apply)

Check the Specials page to see what
deals and demos are on offer.

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