Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer 2009 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT 2011

Comparison of Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer 2009 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT 2011 [S]ave

Attribute
Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer 2009 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT 2011 ×
General
Production from (year)20092011
MakeKawasakiKawasaki
ModelKawasaki VN1700 Classic TourerKawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic LT
CategoryTouringTouring
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
Engine details-52° V-twin
Displacement (cm³)1,7001,700
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)136146.5
Bore (mm)102102
Stroke (mm)104104
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition-TCBI with Digital Advance
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, semi-dry sump-
Compression9.5:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspension43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.
Rear suspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)300-
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steelSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Front tyre130/90-B16130/90-16
Rear tyre170/70-B16170/70-16
Trail (mm)-170
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3030
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • red/beige
  • metallic imperial red/metallic titanium
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6661,666
Kerb weight (kg)365.1362
Overall height (mm)1,4661,466
Overall length (mm)2,4992,499
Seat height (mm)721719
Ground clearance (mm)140130
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)20.0620.06



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