Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

Kawasaki Vulcan S price starts at Rs. 8.23 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.69 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KX 450, priced at Rs. 9.92 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KX 450 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the Vulcan S delivers 20.58 kmpl. On the performance front, the KX 450 uses a 449cc engine and the Vulcan S a 649cc engine producing 61 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the KX 450 and Vulcan S, the KX 450 is the better pick for mileage and a lighter kerb weight, while the Vulcan S stands out for affordability.

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KX 450 vs Vulcan S Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KX 450Kawasaki Vulcan S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.92 LakhRs. 8.23 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl20.58 kmpl
Engine 449 cc649 cc
Max power Not Available61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 112.9 Kg235 Kg

KX 450 vs Vulcan S Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KX 450 STDKawasaki Vulcan S STD
Rating
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Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.92 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 8.23 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Max Power Not Available 61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KX 450 Colors
Kawasaki Vulcan S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Analogue
EMI
Rs. 27,161 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 22,534 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,406 KX 450 Insurance Rs. 29,831 Vulcan S Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
143 kmph
186 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Engine Displacement
449 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
61 Nm @ 6600 rpm
Bore
96 mm
83 mm
Stroke
62.1 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital DC-CDI
Digital
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
10.8:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
20.58 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
5.83s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
16.38m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
20.58 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
24.37 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
28.04m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
44.09m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
3.48s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
4.13s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø49 mm, Telescopic Fork (Upside Down), Travel - 305 mm
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni Trak Swingarm, Travel - 307 mm
Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, With Adjustable Preload, Wheel Travel - 80 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
14 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
14 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-120/80-19
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
221 kg
Seat height
960 mm
705 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1 L
2.1 L
Length*Width*Height
2180*820*1270 mm3
2310*855*1090 mm3
Wheelbase
1480 mm
1575 mm
Length
2180 mm
2310 mm
Ground Clearance
345 mm
130 mm
Height
1270 mm
1090 mm
Width
820 mm
855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.2 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
112.9 Kg
235 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
270 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
250 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12.8V / 2AH
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Tubular Diamond
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
6000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms/24000 Days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000
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Q. I am planning to buy my first bike. My shortlisted choices are very small Vulcan S650 and Versys 650. Considering Indian road conditions, which bike would you recommend me? My budget is around 6.5 lakhs INR. Any other options are also welcome.
  • Yes..
  • Yes.. You can either install an Aftermarket exhaust or get ‘fork raisers’ installed.. Since I live in Bengaluru where cops seem to be very strict about aftermarket exhausts ( and also due to these exhausts being very expensive ), I got ‘fork raisers’ installed which raise the frame by a couple of inches thereby increasing the ground clearance by about an inch..Note that these fork raisers are not some standard accessories you can buy.. These were fabricated and installed at a workshop owned by a member of one of the riding clubs, so you need to check if such fabrication and installation can be done by someone in your city..
  • Hi Sathish, I am also planning to buy Vulcan s but due to GC problem I am not getting sure about this. Can we increase Ground Clearance of vulcan s?
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  • Kawasaki's engines and technology are more refined and advanced than Harley's. I picked a Vulcan instead of Street.

Kawasaki KX 450 Vs Kawasaki Vulcan S FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S?
Kawasaki KX 450 has out rated Kawasaki Vulcan S on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S?
The Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper than Kawasaki KX 450 by ₹1.69 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S?
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki KX 450 has better performance.

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