For the 2014 model year, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 844.6 lb (383.1 kg).
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE is heavier than about 76.9% of 26 Kawasaki touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 844.6 lb (383.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,700 cc |
| Torque | 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) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.79 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.01 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 49.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 844.6 lb (383.1 kg).
Is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE heavy compared with other Kawasaki touring motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 77th weight percentile in its Kawasaki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.3 US gal (20.06 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.9 lb (14.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 1,024.6 lb (464.7 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much torque does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE have per 100 lb?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 12.79 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.01 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
What is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE weight difference versus the category median?
The model sits about 58.4 lb (26.5 kg) heavier than the compatible median Kawasaki touring motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS SE feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.