| MODEL | KAWASAKI EN 500 VULCAN LTD 2005 - 2009 |
| Year | 2005 - 2009 |
| Engine Type | Four-stroke, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement / Capacity | 498 cc (30.4 cu in) |
| Bore X Stroke | 74 x 58 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid-cooled |
| Max Power | 50 hp (36.5 kW) @ 8,500 rpm; 44.8 hp at the rear wheel @ 8,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 4.8 kgf-m (32.6 lb-ft) @ 7,300 rpm |
| Ignition | Digital TCBI |
| Induction | 2 x 32 mm Keihin carburettors |
| Start System | — |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet plate |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | — |
| Front Suspension | 36 mm telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks, preload adjustable |
| Front Brakes | Single 300 mm disc |
| Rear Brakes | 180 mm drum |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | — |
| Overall Width | — |
| Overall Height | — |
| Seat Height | 714 mm (28.1 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,595 mm (62.8 in) |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dry Weight | 199.1 kg (439 lb) |
| Wet Weight | — |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/90-15 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 US gal) |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| Top Speed | 160.8 km/h |
An entry-level cruiser with a low seat and friendly power delivery, sold cheaply for newer riders. The page also says experienced riders will find it practical, efficient and reliable for transport. It is the last model year range of the 500 Vulcan LTD on the index.
