Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

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The Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer motorcycle specifications include a 1,700 cc (103.73 cu in) engine and a listed weight of 382 kg (842.2 lb).

Key specifications

2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017Model years
1,700 ccDisplacement
136.0 Nm @ 2,759 rpmTorque
382 kgWet weight
730 mmSeat height
20 LFuel tank
1,665 mmWheelbase
140 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
20112012201320142017
Year-specific specification changes

The 2011 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Front brakes
2013Double disc. Dual 4-piston caliper
2014Double disc
2017Double disc. Dual twin-piston
Front tire
20132017130/90-B16
Fuel system
2012Injection. ø42 mm x 2
Rear brakes
2013Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
2017Single disc. Twin-piston
Rear suspension
2013Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks Rebound damping
Rear tire
20132017170/70-B16
Torque
20132017136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 2,750 rpm
Wet weight
2017349 kg (769.4 lb)
Clutch
2012Wet multi-disc
20132014Wet multi-disc, manual
2017Wet multi-disc
Fuel control
2013Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
2017switch allows on-position key removal, preventing key bunches from damaging the instrument cluster or tank while the bike is in operation. Turning the ignition switch collar to the “OFF” position turns the engine off and necessitates re-insertion of the key to restart. Multi-function LCD displays on the tank-mounted instrument cluster are controlled by switches on the right handlebar. Features include a gear position indicator (na recent addition for Kawasaki cruisers), fuel gauge, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining range and average fuel consumption.
Seat height
2017720 mm (28.3 inches)

How the Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer compares

This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.

Displacement1,700 cc
Low 84 ccAverage 687 ccHigh 1,700 cc

About 148% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 99th percentile across Kawasaki models.

Wet weight382 kg
Low 70.3 kgAverage 208 kgHigh 383.1 kg

About 84% heavier than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 97th percentile across Kawasaki models.

Seat height730 mm
Low 680 mmAverage 801 mmHigh 955 mm

About 9% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 21st percentile across Kawasaki models.

Fuel capacity20 L
Low 3.8 LAverage 15.3 LHigh 24 L

About 31% larger than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 79th percentile across Kawasaki models.

This model Kawasaki database average

Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average

Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.

Overall length2,500 mm
This bike

2,500

Kawasaki avg

2,122

18% above average.

Overall width1,025 mm
This bike

1,025

Kawasaki avg

833

23% above average.

Overall height1,465 mm
This bike

1,465

Kawasaki avg

1,175

25% above average.

Wheelbase1,665 mm
This bike

1,665

Kawasaki avg

1,441

16% above average.

Seat height730 mm
This bike

730

Kawasaki avg

801

9% below average.

Ground clearance140 mm
This bike

140

Kawasaki avg

187

25% below average.

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

V2, four-stroke • 1,700 cc • Liquid cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,665 mmSeat 730 mmClearance 140 mm
Belt (final drive) • 130/90-16 front / 170/70-16 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 130/90-16
Rear tire size 170/70-16
Front tire width 130 mm
Front tire aspect ratio 90%
Front rim diameter 16 in
Rear tire width 170 mm
Rear tire aspect ratio 70%
Rear rim diameter 16 in
Engine oil capacity 4.00 L (4.23 US qt)
Bore/stroke ratio 0.98:1 (Square)

Engine specifications

Engine type V2, four-stroke
Displacement 1,700 cc (103.73 cu in)
Torque 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 2,759 rpm
Bore × stroke 102.0 x 104 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches)
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Valves per cylinder 4
Cooling system Liquid
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition Digital
Starter Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Oil capacity 4.00 L (4.23 US qt)

Transmission and drivetrain

Final drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Wet mDouble disk, manual

Chassis and suspension

Frame Double-cradle, steel
Front suspension 43 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way
Rake 30.0°

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Double disc. Anti-locking brakes (ABS)
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 130/90-16
Rear tire 170/70-16

Dimensions and weight

Wet weight 382 kg (842.2 lb)
Dry weight 360 kg (793.7 lb)
Seat height 730 mm (28.7 inches)
Overall length 2,500 mm (98.4 inches)
Overall width 1,025 mm (40.4 inches)
Overall height 1,465 mm (57.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1,665 mm (65.6 inches)
Ground clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 20.00 L (5.28 US gal)

Performance

Power/weight ratio 0.2012 hp/kg

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Kawasaki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Kawasaki information before relying on them. Visit the official Kawasaki website.

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