2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager. Image credits - Kawasaki.
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The most complete metric full dress V-twin tourer available, the highly specified VN1700 Voyager is the perfect place to realise your long distance motorcycling ambitions.
General information
Model name
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager
Year model
2017
Type
Touring
Rating
3.4 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
Engine details
52° V-twin
Effect
73.0 HP (53.3 kW )) @ 5000 RPM
Torque
146.5 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 108.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
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. DFI with dual 42mm throttle bodies
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Lubrication system
Forced lubrication, semi and #8209;dry sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Driveline
Carbon fiber-reinforced belt
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double-cradle, steel
Rake (fork angle)
30.0°
Trail
178 mm (7.0 inches)
Front suspension
45mm hydraulic fork
Front wheel travel
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension
Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Rear wheel travel
79 mm (3.1 inches)
Front tire
130/90-B16
Rear tire
170/70-B16
Front brakes
Double disc. Four-piston calipers.
Diameter
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Diameter
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
403.0 kg (888.5 pounds)
Seat height
729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1549 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall length
2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Overall width
996 mm (39.2 inches)
Ground clearance
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1664 mm (65.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Metallic Phantom Silver/Metallic Spark Black
Starter
Electric
Carrying capacity
Saddle bags, top box
Factory warranty
36 months limited
Comments
Windscreen.
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