DRIFTER 800 SPECS
ENGINE
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, V-type, 2-cylinder, SOHC, Liquid cooled, 8-valve, Counterbalancer | ||
| Displacement | 805cc | ||
| Bore X Stroke | 88.0 x 66.2 mm | ||
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | ||
| Maximum HP | 42.7 kW, 58PS, 57.2HP @ 7500 r/min (rpm) | ||
| Maximum Torque | 64 N.m, 6.5 kg-m, 47 ft-lb @ 5500 r/min (rpm) | ||
| Carburetor | Keihin CVK36 Constant velocity, Diaphragm-type | ||
| Ignition System | TCBI | ||
| Ignition Advance | Electronic | ||
| Crankshaft Rotation | Clockwise from RH Side | ||
| Cylinder Material | Aluminum alloy with ferrous sleeves | ||
| Fuel | Min 91 Research/87 Avg. Oct. Unleaded OK | ||
| Coolant | Type | 50% distilled water /50% ethylene glycol base antifreeze | |
| Capacity | 2.4 Liter | ||
| Level | Level with radiator filler neck. | ||
Transmission
| Clutch | Type Wet, Multi-disc, Manual | ||
| Clutch Type | Wet, Multi-disc, Manual | ||
| Transmission | 5-speed, Constant mesh, Return shift | ||
| Shift Pattern (Bottom Up) | 1-N-2-3-4-5 (w/Neutral Finder) | ||
| Gear Ratios | 1st | 2.53 (38/15) | |
| 2nd | 1.65 (33/20) | ||
| 3rd | 1.23 (32/26) | ||
| 4th | 1.00 (29/29) | ||
| 5th | 0.86 (24/28) | ||
| Primary Ratio | 2.184 (83/38) | ||
| Overall Ratio (Top Gear) | 4.405 | ||
CHASSIS
| Wheelbase | 1615 mm (63.58 in) | ||
| Seat Height | 760 mm (29.92 in) | ||
| Dry Weight | 2000 | 248 kg (546.75 lb) (US) | |
| 2001-06 | 542.4 lb | ||
| Curb Weight | 2000 | 267 kg (588.6 lb) (US) | |
| 2001-06 | 584.2 lb | ||
| Fuel Tank | Capacity | 15 liter (3.96 gal) – Called 4 gal | |
| Tire Size | Front | 130/90-16 BS | |
| Rear | 140/90-16 BS | ||
| Brake Type | Front | Single Hydraulic Disc | |
| Rear | Single Disc | ||
| Brake Size | Front | 272 mm eff. Dia. | |
| Rear | 242 mm eff. Dia. | ||
| Wheel Travel | Front | 5.9 in (150mm) | |
| Rear | 4.1 in (105mm) | ||
ELECTRICAL
| Battery | 12 V 12 Ah | ||
| Headlight | Semi-Sealed beam : 12v 60/55 W (quartz-halogen) | ||
| Tail/Brake Light | 12 V 5/21 W | ||
| Alternator | Three-Phase AC – 23.5 A x 14 V @ 8000 rpm (~329W) | ||
MODEL ID
| Year & Model | 2000 | ‘00 VN800-C2:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | |
| 2001 | ‘01 VN800-E1:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| 2002 | ‘02 VN800-E2:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| 2003 | ‘03 VN800-E3:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| 2004 | ‘04 VN800-E4:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| 2005 | ‘05 VN800-E5:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| 2006 | ‘06 VN800E6F:VULCAN 800 DRIFTER | ||
| Colors | 2000 | 1) Pearl Burnish Beige (X8) 2) Sky Blue (Q5) | |
| 2001 | Candy Cardinal Red (L1) | ||
| 2002 | Black Pearl (B5) | ||
| 2003 | Metallic Ruby Red (468) | ||
| 2004 | Galaxy Silver/Ebony (686) | ||
| 2005 | Galaxy Silver Type 2/Ebony (686) | ||
| 2006 | Galaxy Silver Type 2/Ebony (686) | ||
| VIN Range | 2000 | JKBVNCC1 YA007001~ | |
| 2001 | JKBVNCE1.1A000001~ | ||
| 2002 | JKBVNCE1.2A003001~ | ||
| 2003 | JKBVNCE1.3A006001~ | ||
| 2004 | JKBVNCE1.4A008001~ | ||
| 2005 | JKBVNCE1.5A0100001~ | ||
| 2006 | JKBVNCE1 6A0140001~ | ||
| Engine No. Range | All | VN800AE000001 — ? | |
| Engine No. Location | All | RH top crankcase, below carburetor | |
TUNING SPECIFICATIONS [ENGINE]
| Valve Clearance | Intake | 0.10 ~0.15 mm | |
| Exhaust | 0.20 ~ 0.25 mm | ||
| Valve Adjustment Method | Measure between rocker arm and shim | ||
| Compression Pressure | 176 psi | ||
| Spark Plug | NGK CR7E | ||
| Spark Plug Gap | .7-.8 mm | ||
| Ignition Timing | Idle | 5.0 BTDC @ 1,000 RPM | |
| Full | 35 BTDC @ 5,000 RPM | ||
| Pilot Screw | Sealed—not adjustable | ||
| Idle Speed | 1100 ±50 rpm | ||
| Engine Oil | Type | 2000-04 | SE Class SAE 10W40, 10W50, 20W40, 20W50 |
| 2005-06 | 10W40 API SE, SF or SG, API SH or SJ of JASO MA Class | ||
| w/Filter Change | 2.9 L | ||
| No Filter Change | 2.7 L | ||
| Level | On center stand, wait 5 min, middle of window | ||
OTHER (Fork oil, Tire pressure)
| Fork Oil | Type | 2000-04 > | SAE 10W |
| 005-06 | SHOWA SS 8 GO SAE 10W | ||
| Capacity | 2000 | 385 cc dry | |
| 2001-6 | 318-323 cc dry | ||
| Fork Air Pressure (Cold) | 0.0 kg/cm2, max 2.5 kg/cm2 | ||
| Tire Pressure (Cold) | Front | 2.0 kg/cm2 29 psi | |
| Rear | Normal | 2.0 kg/cm2 (0-97.5 kg) 29psi | |
| Rear | Heavy | 2.25 kg/cm2 (97.5-180 kg) 33 psi | |
