What is the 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S is a middleweight cruiser motorcycle built on a 649cc parallel-twin platform. The cruiser is engineered to offer relaxed ergonomics, accessible seat height for everyday usability.
For 2027, Kawasaki has retained the motorcycle’s established design with minimal tweaks to the mechanical package. The changes are limited mainly to the engine’s torque output, the braking hardware and the colour scheme.
The 2027 Vulcan S continues to come equipped with Kawasaki’s Ergo-Fit system, which allows the rider to adjust the relationship between the seat, footpegs and handlebar with 18 possible configurations.
What powers the 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S continues to use a 649cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel-twin engine, paired to a six-speed return-type transmission. The parallel twin produces 60 hp at 7,500 rpm and 62.4 Nm of torque at 6,600 rpm, a slight increase from its predecessor. However, it is to be noted that the 2024 model year Vulcan also produced 62.4 Nm, later reduced to 61Nm for the 2026 model specification.
What electronic aids and features does it offer?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S has a relatively simple electronic package and features, which include:
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Dual-channel ABS.
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Analogue-digital instrument cluster.
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Adjustable clutch and brake levers.
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Adjustable footpeg positions through the Ergo-Fit system.
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Sculpted seat with thick padding and hip support.
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Five-spoke-pair cast wheels.
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Original-style headlamp.
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Forward-set footpegs.
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14-litre fuel tank.
What chassis, suspension, and braking equipment does it use?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S continues with the existing high-tensile steel perimeter frame and a linkage-equipped rear swingarm. The motorcycle continues to use a 41mm telescopic fork with 130mm of travel at the front. At the rear, it uses a horizontal back-link swingarm with a linkage-equipped monoshock. The rear suspension offers 80mm of travel and adjustable preload.
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S features smaller brake discs at both ends, with the front disc reduced from 300mm to 272mm and the rear disc downsized from 250mm to 216mm.
What colours is the 2027 Vulcan S available in?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S is available in Metallic Carbon Grey/Metallic Bluish Green. This new dual-tone finish replaces the previous Metallic Flat Spark Black colour.
What is the price of the 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S?
The 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S is priced at Rs 8.23 lakh ex-showroom in India. This is Rs 10,000 more than the 2026 model, which was priced at Rs 8.13 lakh ex-showroom.
