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Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT 20092009 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT. Image credits - Kawasaki.
| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| Building on the innovative Vulcan 1700 Classic, the LT adds just the right amount of accoutrements – a large windshield, leather saddlebags and a backrest – to make any solo or two-up venture around town or on the highway blissful. |
| General information | |
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| Model name | Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT |
| Year model | 2009 |
| Type | Touring |
| Rating | 3.9 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 1700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | V2, four-stroke |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.0° |
| Front suspension | 43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in. |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in. |
| Front tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear tire | 170/70-16 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 365.1 kg (804.8 pounds) |
| Seat height | 721 mm (28.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1466 mm (57.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2499 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1666 mm (65.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Metallic Nocturne Blue/Pearl Burnish Beige, Metallic Dark Green/Pearl Burnish Beige |
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| Further information | |
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| Ask questions | Join the 09 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT discussion group or the general Kawasaki discussion group. |
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Fun-factor for the 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT:  (87.3 out of 100)Click here for complete rating. |
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