2026 Kawasaki Vulcan S: E20-Compliant with Price Hike
Kawasaki has updated its popular middleweight cruiser, the Vulcan S, for 2026 to comply with India's new E20 fuel standards. The latest model now costs Rs. 8.13 lakh (ex-showroom), a significant increase of Rs. 54,000 over last year’s version.Key TakeawaysThe Vulcan S is E20-compliant with slight performance tweaks.New colour options and minor aesthetic changes enhance the bike's appeal.A price hike reflects necessary updates to meet evolving fuel regulations.Kawasaki has reworked its 649cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine for E20 compatibility, but there is a slight drop in torque from 61Nm to 60.7Nm compared to the previous model. Despite this reduction, it still offers smooth and reliable power delivery.The bike's visual appeal has been subtly enhanced with the introduction of a new M...