Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer 2012 and Suzuki Boulevard M109R B O S S 2016 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer 2012 × |  Suzuki Boulevard M109R B O S S 2016 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2012 | 2016 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Suzuki |
| Model | Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer | Suzuki Boulevard M109R B O S S |
| Category | Touring | Custom / cruiser |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. ø42 mm x 2 | Injection. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve system |
| Engine details | - | 54-degree V-Twin |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,700 | 1,783 |
| Power (kw) | 52.9 | 91.2 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Torque (Nm) | 136 | 160 |
| Bore (mm) | 102 | 112 |
| Stroke (mm) | 104 | 90.5 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Driveline | - | Constant mesh |
| Ignition | Digital | Electronic ignition |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc | - |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump | - |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Exhaust system | - | 2-into-1-into-2 stainless steel blacked-out exhaust |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 43 mm telescopic fork | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way | Link type, oil damped, coil spring |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Anti-locking brakes (ABS) | Double disc. Dual piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Single piston |
| Diameter (mm) | 300 | 275 |
| Frame type | Double-cradle, steel | Double cradle steel frame |
| Front tyre | 130/90-16 | 130/70-R18 |
| Rear tyre | 170/70-16 | 240/40-R18 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 140 | 130 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 80 | 118 |
| Trail (mm) | 169 | - |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 30 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Instruments | - | Tank-mounted analog speedometer and LCD odometer, dual tripmeters, fuel gauge and clock. |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,665 | 1,710 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 382 | 347 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,500 | 2,450 |
| Overall width (mm) | 1,025 | 875 |
| Seat height (mm) | 730 | 705 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 140 | 130 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 20 | 18.55 |
| Oil capacity (l) | 4 | - |
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