Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2016 and Yamaha Road Star Silverado 2009

Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2016 and Yamaha Road Star Silverado 2009 [S]ave

Attribute
Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2016 ×
Yamaha Road Star Silverado 2009 ×
General
Production from (year)20162009
MakeKawasakiYamaha
ModelKawasaki VN 1700 Light TourerYamaha Road Star Silverado
CategoryTouringTouring
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjectionInjection
Displacement (cm³)1,7001671.6
Power (kw)54-
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)
IgnitionDigitalTransistor Controlled Ignition
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual-
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, semi-dry sump-
Compression9.5:18.4:1
Chassis
Front suspension43 mm telescopic fork43mm fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted adjustable shocks. Rebound damping: 4-waySingle shock
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual twin-pistonDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Twin-pistonSingle disc
Diameter (mm)300320
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steelSteel; hidden shock
Front tyre130/90-B16130/90-16
Rear tyre170/70-B16150/80-16
Front wheel travel (mm)140140
Rear wheel travel (mm)80109
Trail (mm)169-
Rake (fork angle) (degree)30-
Other
StarterElectric-
Color options
  • ebony
  • black cherry
Carrying capacityLeather saddle bags.-
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6651,689
Kerb weight (kg)349351.1
Overall height (mm)1,4651,501
Overall length (mm)2,5002,499
Overall width (mm)1,025980
Seat height (mm)720709
Ground clearance (mm)140145
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)2017.94



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