For the 1985 model year, the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 has a listed fuel capacity of 3.57 US gal (13.5 L). Listed reserve capacity is 0.48 US gal (1.8 L) where supplied.
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 sits around a medium-capacity tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 161 miles (259 km). Reserve capacity is listed as 0.48 US gal (1.8 L) where available.
Medium-Capacity Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 3.57 US gal (13.5 L) tank is smaller than the median among the 44 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 3.98 US gal (15.07 L).
Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 3.57 US gal (13.5 L) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.48 US gal (1.8 L) |
| Reserve as % of tank | 13.3% |
| Listed fuel consumption | 5.22 L/100 km (45.1 mpg US / 19.2 km/L) |
| Engine displacement | 699 cc |
| Dry weight | 482.8 lb (219 kg) |
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 3.57 US gal (13.5 L) | 0.48 US gal (1.8 L) | 5.22 L/100 km (45.1 mpg US / 19.2 km/L) | 161 miles (259 km) |
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 22.2 lb (10.1 kg) |
|---|---|
| Estimated full-tank range | 161 miles (259 km) |
| Estimated distance before reserve | 139 miles (224 km) |
| Estimated reserve-only range | 21 miles (34 km) |
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 3.57 US gal (13.5 L).
How much reserve fuel does the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 have?
Where reserve data is supplied, it is listed at 0.48 US gal (1.8 L). Reserve is included within total tank capacity.
What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1?
The supplied figures range from 5.22 L/100 km (45.1 mpg US / 19.2 km/L), depending on model year.
How far can the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 go on a full tank?
Using the listed tank capacity and listed consumption from the same model-year rows gives an estimated full-tank range of 161 miles (259 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.
How far can the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 travel on reserve?
Where both reserve capacity and fuel consumption are supplied, the mathematical reserve-only estimate is 21 miles (34 km). Treat that as an estimate, not a distance to rely on.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 22.2 lb (10.1 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700-A1 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 699 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.