Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2016 and Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe [S]ave
| Attribute |  Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe × |  Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2016 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2011 | 2016 |
| Make | Yamaha | Kawasaki |
| Model | Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe | Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer |
| Category | Custom / cruiser | Touring |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor | Injection |
| Engine details | 48° V-twin; pushrod OHV | - |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1851.9 | 1,700 |
| Power (kw) | - | 54 |
| Cooling system | Air | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt | Belt |
| Torque (Nm) | - | 136 |
| Bore (mm) | 100 | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 118 | 104 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Emission details | 02 sensor and three-way catalyst | - |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition | Digital |
| Clutch | - | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Lubrication system | - | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Exhaust system | Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP®) inside the two-into-one exhaust system | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 46mm telescopic fork | 43 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Single shock | Swingarm with twin air-assisted adjustable shocks. Rebound damping: 4-way |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Dual twin-piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Twin-piston |
| Diameter (mm) | 320 | 300 |
| Frame type | Aluminum frame | Double-cradle, steel |
| Front tyre | 130/70-18 | 130/90-B16 |
| Rear tyre | 190/60-17 | 170/70-B16 |
| Wheels | 12-spoke wheels evoke a thick spoke look | - |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 130 | 140 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 109 | 80 |
| Trail (mm) | - | 169 |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | - | 30 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Color options |
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| Carrying capacity | - | Leather saddle bags. |
| Light | 12V 60/55-watt halogen headlight | - |
| Electrical Voltage (V) | 12 | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,715 | 1,665 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 360.2 | 349 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,514 | 1,465 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,581 | 2,500 |
| Overall width (mm) | 1,100 | 1,025 |
| Seat height (mm) | 706 | 720 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 155 | 140 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 17.03 | 20 |
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