Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2009 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic 2009

Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2009 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic 2009 [S]ave

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Kawasaki VN1700 Classic 2009 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic 2009 ×
General
Production from (year)20092009
MakeKawasakiKawasaki
ModelKawasaki VN1700 ClassicKawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodiesInjection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies
Displacement (cm³)1,7001,700
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)Shaft drive (cardan)
Torque (Nm)135146.4
Bore (mm)102102
Stroke (mm)104104
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual-
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, semi-dry sump-
Compression9.5:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspension43mm hydraulic fork43mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound dampingSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steelSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Front tyre130/90-16130/90-16
Rear tyre170/70-16170/70-16
Front wheel travel (mm)140140
Rear wheel travel (mm)7979
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3030
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • metallic diablo black
  • two-tone: luster beige/pearl crystal white
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6661,666
Kerb weight (kg)345345
Overall height (mm)1,1561,156
Overall length (mm)2,4992,499
Overall width (mm)1,0261,026
Seat height (mm)721721
Ground clearance (mm)130-
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)20.0620.06



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