BSA Gold Star vs Kawasaki 2023 Vulcan S

Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	652.00 cc	649.00 cc
Engine	Liquid-cooled, single- cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs	4-stroke, 2-cylinder, DOHC
Engine Starting	Electric	--
Fuel System	--	DFI 38mm Throttle Bodies (2), with sub-throttle valves
Ignition	--	TCBI w/ Electronic Advance
Cooling System	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Maximum Power	45 HP @ 6000 RPM	--
Maximum Torque	55 NM @ 4000 RPM	46.3 lb-ft @ 6600 rpm
Transmission	5-speed	6-speed with positive neutral finder
Gear Shift Pattern	1-N-2-3-4-5	1-N-2-3-4-5-6
Drivetrain	--	Final Drive : Sealed Chain
Display	I ndividual analogue speedometer and tachometer units with LCD multi-functional display	--
Frame	--	High-tensile steel diamond frame

Front	100/90-18 Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp	120/70x18
Rear	150/70-R17 Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp	160/60x17
Wheel / RIM	Front Wheel : 36 wire spoke alloy rims 18 x 2.5” Rear Wheel : 36 wire spoke alloy rims 17 x 4.25”	Alloy

Front	Single 320mm floating disc, Brembo twin-piston floating calliper, ABS	Single 300mm disc with twin-piston caliper (and ABS)
Rear	Single 255mm disc, Brembo single-piston floating calliper, ABS	Single 250mm disc with single-piston caliper (and ABS)

Front	41mm telescopic forks	41mm telescopic fork/5.1 in
Rear	Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload	Lay-down offset rear shock with linkage and adjustable preload/3.2 in

Colors

Insignia Red Dawn Silver Midnight Black Highland Green Silver Sheen (Legacy Edition)

Metallic Flat Spark Black Pearl Matte Sage Green/Metallic Flat Spark Black

Length	--	2309 mm
Width	--	879 mm
Height	--	1100 mm
Weight	213 kg	--
Kerb Weight	198	223/226
Seat Height	780	706
Wheelbase	1425 mm	1575 mm
Ground Clearance	--	130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 litres	17 litres

About	BSA Motorcycles has made a comeback in the UK with their brand new Gold Star model after a prol Read More	The Kawasaki 2023 Vulcan S offers impressive features for riders who are looking for a sporty r Read More
Features	FENDER : Finished in chrome to complete the persona of the new motorcycle FUEL TANK : Chrome touches on the sides, an offset fuel filler cap and a dash of colour with contrasting pin stripe. TWIN-POD INSTRUMENTS : Featuring an individual analogue speedometer and tachometer units with LCD multi-functional display. ENGINE : Based on a pre-unit single and retains the same looks for authenticity. SEAT: Works with the optimised handlebar and foot peg position to offer a seating position that’s commanding yet comfortable.	- Ninja®-derived power and performance - Adjustable seat, footpegs and handlebar (18 possible configurations) - 7-position preload adjuster for optimized rear suspension - Sportbike-influenced wheels and tires - Available with Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) - Economical Riding Indicator - ABS ( Anti - Lock Brake System ) - Ergo - Fit - Dual Throttle Valves
Additional Details	Fuel Consumption : 70.6 mpg (WMTC) Rake : 26.5 degrees	Rake/Trail : 31/4.7 in