KAWASAKI Vulcan S vs HONDA CBR150R
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KAWASAKI Vulcan S 70.5 cm Lowest seat here
- HONDA CBR150R 78.8 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 8.3 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 17.1 hp (HONDA CBR150R) up to 61 hp (KAWASAKI Vulcan S).
- Torque spans 14.4 Nm (HONDA CBR150R) up to 63 Nm (KAWASAKI Vulcan S).
- Weight spans 139 kg (HONDA CBR150R) to 229 kg (KAWASAKI Vulcan S).
- Displacement spans 150 cc (HONDA CBR150R) to 650 cc (KAWASAKI Vulcan S).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Vulcan S | HONDA CBR150R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | HONDA |
| Model | KAWASAKI Vulcan S | HONDA CBR150R |
| Engine size | 650cc | 150cc |
| Power | 61hp | 17.1hp |
| Torque | 63nm. | 14.4nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 229kg | 139kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm single disc, dual-piston caliper | Hydraulic Disc with ABS |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | Hydraulic Disc with ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 70.5cm | 78.8cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70-18 | 100/80-17M/C 52P (Tubeless) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-17 | 130/70-17M/C 62P (Tubeless) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm telescopic fork | Inverted Telescopic Front Suspension |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal monoshock, link-type, 7-step adjustable preload | Swing Arm with Monoshock (Pro-Link) System |
| Motorcycle type | Chopper – Cruiser | Supersport |
| Top speed | 190km/h | 145km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6 L/100km | 12 L – 3.2 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $7349 | $3270 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Adjustable footpegs -Adjustable clutch lever / brake lever -Economical riding indicator -Dual throttle valves |
-Assist/Slipper Clutch -Bank Angle Sensor |
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2023 KAWASAKI Vulcan S vs 2023 HONDA CBR150R: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Vulcan S and 2023 HONDA CBR150R differ on the listed specifications: the Vulcan S has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the CBR150R has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Vulcan S has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 150 cc).
Peak power
Vulcan S has a clear listed power advantage (61 hp vs 17.1 hp).
Torque
Vulcan S has a clear listed torque advantage (63 Nm vs 14.4 Nm).
Listed top speed
Vulcan S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (190 km/h vs 145 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CBR150R is notably lighter on the listed weight (139 kg vs 229 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: CBR150R is listed higher (78.8 cm) than Vulcan S (70.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Vulcan S vs HONDA CBR150R?
KAWASAKI Vulcan S is listed at 190 km/h (118 mph) vs 145 km/h (90 mph) for HONDA CBR150R.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Vulcan S or HONDA CBR150R?
KAWASAKI Vulcan S has 61 hp compared with 17 hp on the HONDA CBR150R.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Vulcan S or HONDA CBR150R?
HONDA CBR150R is lighter at 139 kg vs 229 kg for KAWASAKI Vulcan S.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Vulcan S or HONDA CBR150R?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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