| Attribute | Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2011 × | Triumph Thunderbird 1600 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2011 | 2009 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Triumph |
| Model | Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager | Triumph Thunderbird 1600 |
| Category | Touring | Prototype / concept model |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Fuel system | Injection | - |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,700 | 1,594 |
| Power (kw) | 52.9 | 67.2 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt | Belt |
| Torque (Nm) | 136 | 100 |
| Bore (mm) | 102 | - |
| Stroke (mm) | 104 | - |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) | - |
| Ignition | Digital | - |
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk, manual | - |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump | - |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 45 mm telescopic fork | Conventional fork |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks | Twin shocks |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Double disc. 2-piston caliper. Optional ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 2-piston caliper, Optional ABS. |
| Frame type | Double-cradle, steel | - |
| Front tyre | 130/90-B16 | 120/70-19 |
| Rear tyre | 170/70-B16 | 200/70-18 |
| Trail (mm) | 177 | - |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 30 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 20 | 21 |