Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S is a Cruiser bike available at a price of ₹ 8.13 Lakh. Powered by a 649 cc engine, the bike is available in 1 variant and comes in 1 colour. Other key specifications of the Vulcan S include a top speed of 186 kmph, a fuel tank capacity of 14 Litres, seat height of 705 mm and ground clearance of 130 mm. The Kawasaki Vulcan S also features a Disc front brake and Disc rear brake, weighs 235 kg and comes with a reported mileage of 20.58 kmpl.

Kawasaki Vulcan S Latest Update

Last Updated On 30th Dec'25: The Kawasaki Vulcan S, a sporty cruiser motorcycle, has been updated for MY26 with a new standard paint option and E20 fuel compatibility. These updates have also led to a price increase of Rs 54,000, bringing its ex-showroom price to Rs 8.13 lakh.

₹8.13 Lakh*

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Vulcan S Highlights

On Target

A modern middleweight cruiser that combines refined performance with everyday comfort.

What We Like

Smooth 649cc parallel-twin engine, relaxed ergonomics, and a well-executed cruiser design that feels premium.

What We Do Not Like

Stiff rear suspension, slightly heavy overall weight, and an instrument cluster that feels outdated for its price.

Engine

Engine Capacity	649 cc
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 8-valve 649 cc Parallel Twin Cylinder Engine
Configuration	DOHC
Cooling Type	Liquid Cooled

Competitor Comparison

Model	Engine Size	Engine Type
Versys 650	649 cc	Liquid Cooled& 4 Stroke& Parallel Twin
Eliminator	451 cc	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Z650	649 cc	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Scrambler 800	800 cc	L-Twin& Desmodromic distribution& 2 valves per cylinder& air cooled
Scrambler 800	803 cc	L-Twin& Desmodromic distribution& 2 valves per cylinder& air cooled

Power

60.61 bhp @ 7500 rpm

Vulcan S's 60.61 bhp Power is about 13% lower than the segment average of 69.44 bhp.

Power of Vulcan S Competitors

Model	Power
Versys 650	66.08 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Eliminator	44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Z650	67.3R1 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Scrambler 800	72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm, 73.4 PS @ 8250 rpm, 74 PS @ 8250 rpm
Trident 660	80 bhp @ 10250 rpm
Z650 RS	67.06 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Ninja 650	67.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Cromwell 1200	81.8 bhp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

61.0 Nm @ 6600 rpm

Vulcan S's 61 Nm Torque is close to the segment average of 60.96 Nm.

Torque of Vulcan S Competitors

Model	Torque
Versys 650	6R1 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Eliminator	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Z650	64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Scrambler 800	65.7 Nm @ 5750 rpm, 66.2 Nm @ 5750 rpm, 67 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Trident 660	64 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Z650 RS	62.1 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Ninja 650	64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Cromwell 1200	108 Nm @ 3100 rpm

Vulcan S Mileage

20.58 kmpl

Mileage

Mileage of Vulcan S Competitors

Model	Mileage
KX 250	30 kmpl
Ninja 650	21 kmpl
Scrambler 800	20 kmpl
Versys 650	19.4 kmpl
Z650	19.02 kmpl
Trident 660	15 kmpl

Kerb Weight

235 kg

Vulcan S's 235 kg Kerb Weight is about 9% higher than the segment average of 215.63 kg.

Kerb Weight of Vulcan S Competitors

Model	Kerb Weight (kg)
Versys 650	220 kg
Eliminator	176 kg
Scrambler 800	189 kg, 196 kg
KX 250	108 kg
Trident 660	189 kg
Z650 RS	192 kg
Cromwell 1200	455 kg

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Kawasaki Vulcan S Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height	Compare
Kawasaki Vulcan S ₹8.13 Lakh*	649 cc	61 bhp	61.0 Nm @ 6600 rpm	20.58 kmpl	235 kg	705 mm
Kawasaki W800 Street 2020-2026 ₹7.09 - ₹7.33 Lakh*	-	-	-	-	-	-	Vulcan S vs W800 Street 2020-2026
Kawasaki Eliminator ₹6.16 Lakh*	451 cc	44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm	-	176 kg	735 mm	Vulcan S vs Eliminator
Kawasaki Ninja 650 ₹7.91 Lakh*	649 cc	67.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm	64 Nm @ 6700 rpm	21 kmpl	-	790 mm	Vulcan S vs Ninja 650
Ducati Scrambler 800 ₹8.89 - ₹11.49 Lakh*	800 cc	74 PS @ 8250 rpm	65.7 Nm @ 5750 rpm	20 kmpl	196 kg	805 mm	Vulcan S vs Scrambler 800
Brixton Cromwell 1200 ₹7.84 - ₹9.11 Lakh*	1222 cc	81.8 bhp @ 6500 rpm	108 Nm @ 3100 rpm	-	455 kg	800 mm	Vulcan S vs Cromwell 1200
Kawasaki Versys 650 ₹8.63 Lakh*	649 cc	66.08 bhp @ 8500 rpm	6R1 Nm @ 7000 rpm	19.4 kmpl	220 kg	845 mm	Vulcan S vs Versys 650
Kawasaki Z650 RS ₹7.69 Lakh*	649 cc	67.06 bhp @ 8000 rpm	62.1 Nm @ 6700 rpm	-	192 kg	800 mm	Vulcan S vs Z650 RS
Kawasaki KX 250 ₹7.79 Lakh*	249 cc	-	-	30 kmpl	108 kg	955 mm	Vulcan S vs KX 250
Kawasaki Z650 ₹7.26 Lakh*	649 cc	67.3R1 bhp @ 8000 rpm	64 Nm @ 6700 rpm	19.02 kmpl	-	790 mm	Vulcan S vs Z650
Triumph Trident 660 ₹8.99 - ₹9.14 Lakh*	660 cc	80 bhp @ 10250 rpm	64 Nm @ 6250 rpm	15 kmpl	189 kg	805 mm	Vulcan S vs Trident 660