Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2012 and Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2009

Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2012 and Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2009 [S]ave

Attribute
Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2009 ×
Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2012 ×
General
Production from (year)20092012
MakeYamahaKawasaki
ModelYamaha XV1900A Midnight StarKawasaki VN1700 Classic
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder-4
Fuel systemInjection. Twin-bore Electronic Fuel InjectionInjection
Engine details-Fuel injection: ø42 mm x 2
Displacement (cm³)1,8541,700
Power (kw)6553.8
Cooling systemAirLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)155.1135
Bore (mm)100102
Stroke (mm)118104
Gearbox5-speed6-speed
Fuel controlOverhead Valves (OHV)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCIDigital
ClutchWet, multiple-disc-
Lubrication systemDry sumpForced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Compression9.5:1-
Chassis
Front suspensionTelescopic forks43 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm (link suspension)Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. Dual twin-piston calipers. K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Twin-piston. K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS.
Diameter (mm)320300
Frame typeAluminium double cradleDouble-cradle, steel
Front tyre130/70-R18130/90-B16
Rear tyre190/60-R17170/70-B16
Front wheel travel (mm)130140
Rear wheel travel (mm)11080
Trail (mm)152169
Rake (fork angle) (degree)-30
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • blue
  • white
  • black
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,7151,665
Kerb weight (kg)346349
Overall height (mm)1,1251,155
Overall length (mm)2,5802,500
Overall width (mm)1,1001,025
Seat height (mm)705720
Ground clearance (mm)155130
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)1720
Oil capacity (l)5.2-



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