Across the 2009, 2010 and 2011 model years, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 798.1 lb (362 kg) to 804.9 lb (365.1 kg).
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT is heavier than about 55.8% of 26 Kawasaki touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2009, 2010, 2011 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 798.1 lb (362 kg) to 804.9 lb (365.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,700 cc |
| Torque | 108 lb-ft (146.4 Nm) to 108.1 lb-ft (146.5 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 US gal (20.06 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.9 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2009 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.53 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.11 cc / lb to 2.13 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.9 lb / 100 cc to 47.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% to 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 798.1 lb (362 kg) to 804.9 lb (365.1 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki touring motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 56th percentile in this model-level Kawasaki comparison.
Which Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2009-2011 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT?
Based on the supplied 5.3 US gal (20.06 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32.9 lb (14.9 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 978.1 lb (443.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How much of the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT total weight comes from fuel?
The calculated full-tank fuel mass is about 4.1% to 4.1% of the listed motorcycle weight. Because the available basis is wet/running weight, that fuel is already included in the ready-to-ride figure.
How does Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT torque compare with its weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.53 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The available figures work out to 2.11 cc per lb to 2.13 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How far is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT from the median Kawasaki touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki touring motorcycle weight of 786.2 lb (356.6 kg), the model is roughly 11.9 lb (5.4 kg) heavier.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.