Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager Custom 2014 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero 2012

Comparison of Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager Custom 2014 and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero 2012 [S]ave

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Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager Custom 2014 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero 2012 ×
General
Production from (year)20142012
MakeKawasakiKawasaki
ModelKawasaki VN 1700 Voyager CustomKawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
CategoryCustom / cruiserTouring
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder-4
Fuel systemInjectionInjection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies
Engine detailsReed valve.-
Displacement (cm³)1,7001,700
Power (kw)52.9-
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)136146.5
Bore (mm)102102
Stroke (mm)104104
Gearbox-6-speed
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigitalTCBI with Digital Advance
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual-
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, semi-dry sump-
Compression9.5:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspension45 mm telescopic fork45mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.
Rear suspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocksSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)300300
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)177178
Rake (fork angle) (degree)3030
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • candy lime green/ebony
  • candy plasma blue
Carrying capacitySaddle bags-
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6651,666
Kerb weight (kg)382379.1
Overall height (mm)1,2901,290
Overall length (mm)2,5102,510
Overall width (mm)970970
Seat height (mm)730729
Ground clearance (mm)145-
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)2020.06



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