Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic and Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2011

Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic and Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2011 [S]ave

Attribute
Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star 2011 ×
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic ×
General
Production from (year)20112014
MakeYamahaKawasaki
ModelYamaha XV1900A Midnight StarKawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder44
Fuel systemInjection. Twin-bore Electronic Fuel InjectionInjection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies
Displacement (cm³)1,8541,700
Power (kw)6553.8
Cooling systemAirLiquid
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)155.1146.5
Bore (mm)100102
Stroke (mm)118104
Gearbox5-speed6-speed
Fuel controlOverhead Valves (OHV)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCITCBI with Digital Advance
ClutchWet, Multiple DiscWet multi-disc, manual
Lubrication systemDry sumpForced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Compression9.5:19.5:1
Chassis
Front suspensionTelescopic forks43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.
Rear suspension-Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)320300
Frame typeAluminium, double cradleSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Front tyre130/70-R18130/90-16
Rear tyre190/60-R17170/70-16
Trail (mm)152169
Rake (fork angle) (degree)-30
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • ebony
Carrying capacity-Saddle bags
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,7151,666
Kerb weight (kg)346345.2
Overall height (mm)1,1251,156
Overall length (mm)2,5802,499
Overall width (mm)1,1001,026
Seat height (mm)705719
Ground clearance (mm)155130
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)1720.06
Oil capacity (l)5.2-



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