Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which has more power?

Suzuki Intruder 1400 produces 68 hp @ 4,700 rpm (estimated; Suzuki did not officially publish figures for all markets); Kawasaki Vulcan 900 produces 50 hp @ 6,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish output figures for this model). Suzuki Intruder 1400 wins by 18 hp.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which is faster?

Top speed: Suzuki Intruder 1400 175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by gearing and rider), Kawasaki Vulcan 900 175 km/h (estimated; note: governed more by wind resistance than engine limits).

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which is lighter?

Weight: Suzuki Intruder 1400 261 kg (wet/curb weight), Kawasaki Vulcan 900 272 kg (wet/curb weight). Suzuki Intruder 1400 is lighter by 11 kg.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Suzuki Intruder 1400 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L typical real-world average), Kawasaki Vulcan 900 5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Suzuki Intruder 1400 7.8/10 and Kawasaki Vulcan 900 7.5/10. Suzuki Intruder 1400 scores higher on the overall verdict. Suzuki Intruder 1400 caveat: You prioritize sporty handling or long-distance touring. Kawasaki Vulcan 900 caveat: You want highway touring or serious performance.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Suzuki Intruder 1400: 68 hp. Kawasaki Vulcan 900: 50 hp.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Suzuki Intruder 1400: 261 kg, 68 hp. Kawasaki Vulcan 900: 272 kg, 50 hp.

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Suzuki Intruder 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900. Suzuki Intruder 1400: 68 hp @ 4,700 rpm (estimated; Suzuki did not officially publish figures for all markets) hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by gearing and rider), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Vulcan 900: 50 hp @ 6,000 rpm (estimated; Kawasaki does not officially publish output figures for this model) hp, 272 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: governed more by wind resistance than engine limits), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.