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Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison

Compare Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

KX 450 vs Vulcan S Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsKX 450Vulcan S
Price9.92 L7.59 L
Power449.0 CC649.0 CC
ClassOff RoadCruiser
Mileage25 KM/L23 KM/L
KX 450
Kawasaki KX 450
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹9.92 L
Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹7.59 L
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STD
Kawasaki KX 450
STD
9.92 L
STD BS VI
Kawasaki Vulcan S
STD BS VI
7.59 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
6.6
7.0
Design7.007.00
Performance8.007.50
Fuel Consumption5.005.00
Significance6.007.00
Safety7.007.00
Comfort6.007.50
Value For Money6.507.00

Specifications

Engine CC449.0 CC649.0 CC
Max TorqueN/A62.40
Top Speed143 kmph170 kmph
No. of Gears5 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismElectricSelf Start

Features

Long wheelbase No Yes
Under-engine muffler No Yes
Relaxed, foot-forward riding position No Yes
Large disc brakes No Yes
Linkage-equipped offset laydown single-shock No Yes

Pros Cons of Kawasaki KX 450

Pros

  • Off-road capability
  • Purpose-buit enduro bike
  • Versatile and unintimidating performance

Cons

  • Price
  • Not road legal
  • Expensive to maintain

Verdict

The Kawasaki KX450 offers a superb package for the experienced off-road rider. It's got a powerful, yet easy to use engine, excellent suspension, superb chassis and very good ergonomics. Being a purpose-built off-road bike, the KX450 is not road-legal, and is rather expensive.

Pros Cons Kawasaki Vulcan S

Pros

  • Friendly ergonomics
  • Low-seat height
  • Powerful and refined motor

Cons

  • Dated design
  • Low ground clearance
  • Lacks electronics

Verdict

The Kawasaki Vulcan is a mid-sized cruiser which gets a 649 cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine. The motor is tuned to make 60 bhp at 7,500 rpm, and a peak torque of 62.4 Nm at 6,600 rpm, while paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The motorcycle tips the scales at 235 kg and comes with a 14 litres fuel tank. The seat height of the motorcycle is a low 705 mm. It is priced at Rs. 6.10 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It is a decent option, perhaps one of the few options in the 650 cc cruiser segment.

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