Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter

Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter

The 2002 Kawasaki VN 800 Drifter is a stylish and Cruiser motorcycle with Water cooled, 805cc, V-twin and 57.1 HP (42 kW) @ 7500 rpm.

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Model year
2002
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Engine Power
57.1 HP (42 kW) @ 7500 rpm
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Top Speed
93.21 mph

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    2 cylinders, 4-stroke, V-twin
  • Displacement:
    805 cc (49.19 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    3.46 inch × 2.61 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Water cooled
  • Power:
    57.1 HP (42 kW) @ 7500 rpm
  • Torque:
    61 Nm (44.99 lb-ft) @ 5500 rpm
  • Throttle:
    Cable operated
  • Valve train:
    SOHC, variable
  • Valves per cylinder:
    4
  • Sparks per cylinder:
    1
  • Fuel supply system:
    Carburetor
  • Ignition type:
    Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
  • Funnel diameter:
    1.26 inch
  • Compression:
    9.5:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Transverse
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual 5-speed
  • Clutch:
    Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Chain
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    NGK, CR7E
  • Motor oil:
    Semi-Synthetic, 10W/40
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Length:
    98 inch
  • Width:
    39.6 inch
  • Height:
    44.3 inch
  • Wheel base:
    63.6 inch
  • Trail:
    5.9 inch
  • Ground clearance:
    6.3 inch
  • Seat height:
    29.9 inch
  • Curb weight:
    584.2 lbs
  • Dry weight:
    542.3 lbs

Chassis and suspension

  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge
    Suspension travel:
    5.91 inch
    Brake:
    Twin Disk, Ø11.81 inch
    Tire:
    130 / 90 R16 R
    Tire pressure:
    0.14 PSI, with pillion: 0.14 PSI withpilion
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    mono shock, Swingarm
    Suspension travel:
    4.13 inch
    Brake:
    Drum, Ø10.63 inch
    Tire:
    140 / 90 R16 R
    Tire pressure:
    0.14 PSI, with pillion: 0.15 PSI withpilion
  • Frame type:
    steel, Double cradle frame

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.16 KW/lbs (6.31 lbs/HP)
  • Top speed:
    93.21 mph
  • Fuel capacity:
    3.96 gals
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons

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