For the 2012 model year, the Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer has a listed fuel capacity of 5.28 US gal (20 L).
Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer sits around a large tank based on its listed capacity.
Large Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 5.28 US gal (20 L) tank is close to the median among the 17 Kawasaki touring motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 5.28 US gal (20 L).
Kawasaki touring motorcycles
Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Engine displacement | 1,700 cc |
| Wet / running weight | 769.4 lb (349 kg) |
| Dry weight | 751.8 lb (341 kg) |
Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer fuel capacity by year
A dash means the relevant figure was not supplied for that model year.
| Year | Fuel capacity | Reserve | Listed consumption | Est. full-tank range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5.28 US gal (20 L) | — | — | — |
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
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What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 5.28 US gal (20 L).
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer have?
The supplied displacement figures span 1,700 cc across the model years covered.
Is fuel capacity the same as usable riding fuel?
Not necessarily. Published tank capacity is a nominal total capacity. Real usable fuel can vary slightly with filling method, bike angle, tank design and when the low-fuel or reserve system is triggered.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market and equipment. Fuel capacity is a nominal published figure, while calculated fuel weight and range figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Real-world fuel economy and range vary with speed, riding style, load, weather, terrain, tune and fuel level. Confirm critical specifications in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.