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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. |
General information |
Model name
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Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic |
Year
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2015 |
Category
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Custom / cruiser |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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1700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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V2, four-stroke |
Power
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74.0 HP (54.0 kW)) @ 5000 RPM |
Torque
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135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM |
Compression
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9.5:1 |
Bore x stroke
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102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection |
Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
Ignition
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Digital |
Lubrication system
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Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Belt (final drive) |
Clutch
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Wet multi-disc, manual |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Double-cradle, steel |
Rake (fork angle)
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30.0° |
Trail
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169 mm (6.7 inches) |
Front suspension
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43 mm telescopic fork |
Front wheel travel
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140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way |
Rear wheel travel
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80 mm (3.1 inches) |
Front tire
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130/90-B16 |
Rear tire
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170/70-B16 |
Front brakes
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Double disc |
Diameter
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300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc |
Diameter
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300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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349.0 kg (769.4 pounds) |
Seat height
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720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1155 mm (45.5 inches) |
Overall length
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2500 mm (98.4 inches) |
Overall width
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1025 mm (40.4 inches) |
Ground clearance
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1665 mm (65.6 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Black |
Starter
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Electric |
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