Kawasaki Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Standard
₱430,000
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Kawasaki Z500 SE
Kawasaki Z500 SE
Standard
₱355,600
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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z500 SE Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z500 SE, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at ₱430,000, while Kawasaki Z500 SE is priced at ₱355,600 . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Vulcan S houses 649 engine whereas Kawasaki Z500 SE engine displacement stands at 451.

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Overview: Vulcan S vs Z500 SE

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 130 mm 145 mm
Displacement 649 cc 451 cc
Maximum Power 61.6 hp 51 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.54/5
24 reviews
4.25/5
4 reviews
Design
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Comfort
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Performance
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Safety
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User Review Comparison
  • Low seating position, great control

    The Kawasaki Vulcan S handles in a way similar to any other cruiser. The handlebars are light and provide great control of the bike, even while...

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    Aiden Oct 03, 2025 for Kawasaki Vulcan S
  • Effortless handling and strong torque

    I borrowed my friend’s Kawasaki Z500 SE for a week, and it delighted me in ways I had never thought. Around the city, it is very easy to ride and...

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    K
    Kenny Nov 14, 2025 for Kawasaki Z500 SE

From The Experts

Things we like

Outstanding design

Great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Standard ABS

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Peaky performance

Sharp looks

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Things we don't like

Not great heat dissipation from riders legs

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Compromised pillion comfort

Slightly pricey

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 649 cc 451 cc
Maximum Power 61.6 hp 51 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 14 L
Clutch Type Wet Multi Disc Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type Parallel Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine Parallel Twin,4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Engine
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque 64 Nm 42.6 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 in 1 Exhaust 2 Into 1 Exhaust
Fuel Consumption 22.7 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm 7500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm 10000 rpm
Bore X Stroke -- 70.0 mm x 56.8 mm
Compression Ratio -- 11.3:1
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Dimension

Category Cruiser Sport
Seat Height 705 mm 785 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 130 mm 145 mm
Kerb Weight 228 kg 166 kg
Wheel Base 1580 mm 1375 mm
Width 870 mm 800 mm
Length 2315 mm 1995 mm
Height 1095 mm 1055 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Ignition System -- Digital

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size R18 R17
Front Tyre 120/70 R18 110/70 R17
Rear Tyre 160/60 R17 150/60 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Tyre Type Rad Radial, Tubeless

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Monoshock Bottom-link
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Street, Road Street, Road
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Engine Immobilizer No --
Back Rest No No
Slipper Clutch -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator No --
Side Stand Indicator Yes --
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material High Tensile Steel High Tensile Steel Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Seat Dual Seat Dual-Stepped Dual-Stepped
Chrome Garnish Yes --
Body Frame Type Perimeter Perimeter Trellis Trellis
Side Wings No No

Electrical

Head Lamp LED LED Halogen Halogen
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet No --

Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No --

Videos of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z500 SE

  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    16 Oct, 2015 . 55K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    16 Oct, 2015 . 156K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 30K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 6K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    16 Oct, 2015 . 167K views
  • $7,399:   2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White  Overview and Review
    $7,399: 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White Overview and Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 84K views
  • New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    16 Oct, 2015 . 129K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    16 Oct, 2015 . 116K views

Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z500 SE FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z500 SE?

Vulcan S is priced at ₱430,000 and Z500 SE is priced at ₱355,600. Hence Z500 SE is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z500 SE?

The Kawasaki Vulcan S has power of 61.6 hp with 64 Nm torque and Kawasaki Z500 SE has power of 51 hp with 42.6 Nm torque. Thus making Vulcan S the more powerful as compared to Z500 SE.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Vulcan S vs Z500 SE?

The Vulcan S comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , on the other hand the Z500 SE comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , hence the Kawasaki Z500 SE has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z500 SE?

Vulcan S safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors and Engine Check Warning

Z500 SE safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning, Side Reflectors and Slipper Clutch

The Kawasaki Z500 SE has higher number of sefety features than Vulcan S, hence Kawasaki Z500 SE is more safer than Kawasaki Vulcan S.

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