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Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison

Compare Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X vs Kawasaki Vulcan S; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

Thunderbird 500X vs Vulcan S Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsThunderbird 500XVulcan S
Price2.23 L7.59 L
Power499.0 CC649.0 CC
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage30.00 KM/L23 KM/L
Thunderbird 500X
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.23 L
Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹7.59 L
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STD
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X
STD
2.23 L
STD BS VI
Kawasaki Vulcan S
STD BS VI
7.59 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
N/A
7.0
Design-7.00
Performance-7.50
Fuel Consumption-5.00
Significance-7.00
Safety-7.00
Comfort-7.50
Value For Money-7.00

Specifications

Engine CC499.0 CC649.0 CC
Max Torque41.3062.40
Top SpeedN/A170 kmph
No. of Gears5 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf / Kick StartSelf 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 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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