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General information |
Model
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Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer |
Year model
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2012 |
Type
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Touring |
Rating
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3.5 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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1700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
Effect
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72.4 HP (52.9 kW)) @ 5000 RPM |
Torque
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136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 2759 RPM |
Compression
|
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. ø42 mm x 2 |
Fuel control
|
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
|
6-speed |
Transmission type
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Belt (final drive) |
Clutch
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Wet multi-disc |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Double-cradle, steel |
Rake (fork angle)
|
30.0° |
Trail
|
169 mm (6.7 inches) |
Front suspension
|
43 mm telescopic fork |
Front wheel travel
|
140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way |
Rear wheel travel
|
80 mm (3.1 inches) |
Front tire
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130/90-16 |
Rear tire
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170/70-16 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. Anti-locking brakes (ABS) |
Diameter
|
300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc |
Diameter
|
300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
|
382.0 kg (842.2 pounds) |
Seat height
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730 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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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140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1665 mm (65.6 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) |
Oil capacity
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4.00 litres (4.23 US quarts) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Black/titanium |
Starter
|
Electric |
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