Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic


No rating yet. 17 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic model variants.

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic model overview
Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic models include the 17 motorcycles below produced from 2009 to 2017. The 2017 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic motorcycle is used as an example on this page. It has a 1700 ccm v2 engine. The category is custom / cruiser.

Engine and transmission
Displacement1,700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches)
Power74.0 HP (54.0 kW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
Frame, dampers, brakes and wheels
FrameDouble-cradle, steel
Front dampers43 mm telescopic fork
Rear dampersSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way
Front tire130/90-B16
Rear tire170/70-B16
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual twin-piston
Diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Twin-piston
Diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Weight and dimentions
Wet weight349.0 kg (769.4 pounds)
Saddle height720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase1665 mm (65.6 inches)
Length2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Height1155 mm (45.5 inches)
Width1025 mm (40.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Fuel tank20.0 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other information
MaintenanceFind Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic parts, fluids and service manuals.
Insurance costsEasy comparison of quotes from US top insurance providers.


The Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic model variants with detailed specs:
 
Separating line
Point
2017 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2017 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: Ebony Point
Price as new: 12349 GBPPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Kawasaki’s first fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of both the fuel (via fuel injectors) and the air (via throttle valves) delivered to the engine. Ideal fuel injection and throttle valve position results in smooth, natural engine response. Control of both fuel injection and airflow also enables precise cold-engine idling speed control.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2017 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2017 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Metallic Titanium/Metallic Spark BlackPoint
Price as new: 13599 GBPPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Ignition switch allows on-position key removal, preventing key bunches from damaging the instrument cluster or tank while the bike is in operation. Turning the ignition switch collar to the “OFF” position turns the engine off and necessitates re-insertion of the key to restart. Multi-function LCD displays on the tank-mounted instrument cluster are controlled by switches on the right handlebar. Features include a gear position indicator (na recent addition for Kawasaki cruisers), fuel gauge, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining range and average fuel consumption.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2016 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2016 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: Ebony Point
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Belt final drive is quiet and efficient and helps reduce maintenance chores. Using carbon fibre instead of Kevlar as a tensile material, the belt offers high strength (tensile strength is increased by 40%) with a slim size and light weight.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2015 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2015 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: BlackPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Cruise the boulevards on the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic. Low-down punch and power are all you’d expect from a large capacity custom. 6th gear is an overdrive gear, contributing to stress-free riding and better fuel economy when cruising at motorway speeds.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2015 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2015 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black/titanium Point
Price as new: 16399 USDPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 382.00 kgPoint

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2014 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2014 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: Black/titaniumPoint
Price as new: 12350 GBPPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Cruise the boulevards on the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic. Low-down punch and power are all you’d expect from a large capacity custom.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2014 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2014 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black/titaniumPoint
Price as new: 13599 GBPPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 382.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Kawasaki’s first fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of both the fuel (via fuel injectors) and the air (via throttle valves) delivered to the engine. Ideal fuel injection and throttle valve position results in smooth, natural engine response. Control of both fuel injection and airflow also enables precise cold-engine idling speed control.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2013 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2013 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: BlackPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Cruise the boulevards on the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic. Low-down punch and power are all you’d expect from a large capacity custom.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2013 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2013 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black/titaniumPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 382.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Sit back, relax and let the countryside glide past. The Classic Tourer comes equipped and ready for your next adventure complete with ABS braking as standard.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2012 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2012 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Colors: BlackPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Belt final drive is quiet and efficient and helps reduce maintenance chores. Using carbon fibre instead of Kevlar as a tensile material, the belt offers high strength (tensile strength is increased by 40%) with a slim size and light weight.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2012 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2012 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black/titaniumPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 382.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: The VN1700 Classic Tourer adds wind protection care of an adjustable handlebar-mounted windscreen. A sub-windscreen and deflectors on the VN1700 Classic Tourer further increase wind protection performance.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2011 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2011 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic
Colors: BlackPoint
Price as new: 10999 GBPPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Long-stroke, liquid cooled, SOHC, 8-valve 1,700 cm3 V-Twin engine was designed to deliver high levels of torque. The valve system is based on that of the VN2000, but uses a SOHC arrangement instead of OHV for more direct engine feel and easier merging onto motorways.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2011 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2011 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer
Price as new: 11999 GBPPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Dry weight: 360.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS enables riders to execute controlled, balanced braking. Designed to complement riders’ applied brake force, K-ACT ABS ensures ideal brake force distribution to maximise braking efficiency.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2010 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2010 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Colors: EbonyPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 349.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Kawasaki’s first fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of both the fuel (via fuel injectors) and the air (via throttle valves) delivered to the engine. Ideal fuel injection and throttle valve position results in smooth, natural engine response. Control of both fuel injection and airflow also enables precise cold-engine idling speed control.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2010 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2010 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black/titaniumPoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 382.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Operation of the cruise control is conveniently from the right handlebar cluster. Cruise control can be activated between 30 mph (47 km/h) and 85 mph (137 km/h) in 3rd gear or above. Operating the brake lever, clutch lever or rear brake pedal causes the cruise control to be disengaged. Closing the throttle entirely is another instinctive way to disengage the cruise control.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2009 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Custom/cruiser category:
2009 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Colors: BlackPoint
Torque: 135.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 345.04 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Whether looking to riding around town or to escape the city for the day, the Classic offers a great V-Twin pulse, effortless handling and timeless looks.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating

Separating line
Point
2009 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Touring category:
2009 Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
Colors: Black, red/beigePoint
Torque: 136.00 NmPoint
Wet weight: 365.05 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Cruise control, large windscreen, hard panniers, passenger floorboards and luxury backrest enable comfortable two-up touring. Ideal for overnight tours with a passenger.

Specs and pictures   Detailed rating   Add a comment   Add your rating


 
Images, trademarks and logos of third parties are the exclusive property of the respective owners. Technical data are subject to updates without notice. Select a motorcycle model variant to add or suggest updated specs. Here you can also rate each bike or write a review.