Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

Kawasaki Vulcan S price starts at Rs. 8.13 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.58 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed Twin 900, priced at Rs. 9.71 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Vulcan S offers a claimed 20.58 kmpl, while the Speed Twin 900 delivers 25 kmpl. On the performance front, the Vulcan S uses a 649cc engine producing 61 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Speed Twin 900 a 900cc engine producing 65 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Vulcan S and Speed Twin 900, the Speed Twin 900 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Vulcan S stands out for affordability.

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Vulcan S vs Speed Twin 900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Vulcan STriumph Speed Twin 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.13 LakhRs. 9.71 Lakh
Mileage 20.58 kmpl25 kmpl
Engine 649 cc900 cc
Max power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 235 Kg216 Kg

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Basic Info Kawasaki Vulcan S STDTriumph Speed Twin 900 Aluminium Silver Carnival Red Jet Black
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.13 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.71 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Max Power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Vulcan S Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Not Available
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 22,260 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 26,594 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 30,597 Vulcan S Insurance Rs. 31,992 Speed Twin 900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
186 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Engine Displacement
649 cc
900 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
61 PS @ 7500 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
61 Nm @ 6600 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Bore
83 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
60 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
11:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

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

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Ø 43mm upside-down Marzocchi forks, 120 mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, With Adjustable Preload, Wheel Travel - 80 mm
Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-100/90-18,Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Not Available

Dry Weight
221 kg
Not Available
Seat height
705 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.1 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2310*855*1090 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1575 mm
1435 mm
Length
2310 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
Not Available
Height
1090 mm
1115 mm
Width
855 mm
777 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
235 Kg
216 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
255 mm

USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Tubular steel, with steel cradles
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Scrambler Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

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  • Negatives
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Timeless design; Punchy, torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side
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Recently Asked User Questions

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.
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  • 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..
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Kawasaki Vulcan S Vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
The Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper than Triumph Speed Twin 900 by ₹1.58 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Vulcan S produces 61 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 6600 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Aluminium Silver Carnival Red Jet Black version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque

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