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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Comparison

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

Vulcan S vs Forty-Eight Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsVulcan SForty-Eight
Price8.13 L11.13 L
Power649.0 CC1202.0 CC
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage23 KM/L20 KM/L
Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
*Ex-Showroom Price
8.13 L
Forty-Eight
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
*Ex-Showroom Price
11.13 L
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STD BS VI
Kawasaki Vulcan S
STD BS VI
8.13 L
STD
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
STD
11.13 L

Overview

Overall Rating
7.0
7.1
Design7.007.50
Performance7.507.50
Fuel Consumption5.004.50
Significance7.006.50
Safety7.007.00
Comfort7.507.50
Value For Money7.007.00

Specifications

Engine CC649.0 CC1202.0 CC
Max Torque62.4097.00
Top Speed170 kmph177 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears5 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start

Features

Pros Cons of 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.

Pros Cons Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

Pros

  • Classic H-D cruiser styling
  • V-twin engine sound

Cons

  • Small fuel tank limits range
  • Gearbox not very refined
  • Performance & acceleration

Verdict

The Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special is definitely not your affordable cruiser. After all, there's a price to be paid to look uber cool and enhance your riding personality. If you're the kind of guy who wants to make a statement with your ride, and nothing short of an all-American v-twin cruiser will do, by all means take a good look at the Forty-Eight, you may end up bringing it home. Just keep in mind that it may start losing its appeal soon.

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