Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer 2012 and Yamaha Road Star 2012

Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer 2012 and Yamaha Road Star 2012 [S]ave

Attribute
Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer 2012 ×
Yamaha Road Star 2012 ×
General
Production from (year)20122012
MakeKawasakiYamaha
ModelKawasaki VN 1700 Classic TourerYamaha Road Star
CategoryTouringCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjection. ø42 mm x 2Injection
Engine details-48-degree V-twin. Hydraulic valve lifters driven by twin camshafts .
Displacement (cm³)1,7001671.6
Power (kw)52.9-
Fuel consumption (l/100km)-6.53
Cooling systemLiquidAir
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)136-
Bore (mm)10297
Stroke (mm)104113
Gearbox6-speed5-speed
Greenhouse gases-151.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Overhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionDigital-
ClutchWet multi-disc-
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, semi-dry sumpDry sump
Compression9.5:18.4:1
Chassis
Front suspension43 mm telescopic fork43mm fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-waySingle shock
Front brakesDouble disc. Anti-locking brakes (ABS)Double disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)300320
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steel-
Front tyre130/90-16130/90-16
Rear tyre170/70-16150/80-16
Wheels-9-spoke cast
Front wheel travel (mm)140140
Rear wheel travel (mm)80109
Trail (mm)169102
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3029
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black/titanium
  • candy red
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6651,689
Kerb weight (kg)382337
Overall length (mm)2,5002,499
Overall width (mm)1,025980
Seat height (mm)730709
Ground clearance (mm)140-
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)2017.94
Oil capacity (l)4-



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