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This is the one to be seen on, the new Kawasaki VN1700 Classic, a motorcycle with a lot of savvy, from the low seat height to easy to operate controls (even self cancelling indicators no less), this bike oozes torque from the big-bore V-twin engine as soon as you fire it up.
Do not let the retro look fool you, the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic is loaded with modern technology such as electronic fuel injection for awesome power and clean emissions, modern geometrics and suspension units are utilised to offer a well balanced and smooth handling package.
As with its big brother the Kawasaki VN2000, the VN1700 Classic pulls like a locomotive from low in the rev range, and with the supple front and rear suspension, you can ride this bike all day in total comfort.
For those of you looking for all of those creature comforts as standard, the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer comes as standard with a large screen, hard luggage and several further extras.
The Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer
The Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer is a fully dressed "Classic". Luggage, screen, sissy bar, the works. As with the VN1700 Classic it is a motorcycle with a lot of street cred, from the low seat height to easy to operate controls (even self cancelling indicators no less), this bike oozes torque from the big-bore V-twin engine as soon as you fire it up.
Do not let the retro look fool you, the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer is loaded with modern technology such as electronic fuel injection for awesome power and clean emissions, modern geometrics and suspension units are utilised to offer a well balanced and smooth handling package.
To retain the Classic looks, the instruments are kept simple and are tank mounted to keep the headstock area nicely uncluttered. In fact the machine as a whole has been designed to give the classic look, sound, style and feel. The VN1700 Classic Tourer should really be viewed as the Rolls Royce of the custom cruiser world.
As with its big brother the VN2000, the VN1700 Classic Tourer pulls like a locomotive from low in the rev range, and with the supple front and rear suspension, you can ride this bike all day in total comfort. In fact, if you want to ride it all week, the luggage offers generous dry storage for much more that just a toothbrush and a pair of smalls.
Your pillion will undoubtedly thank you for the creature comforts offered as standard on this bike for not only does the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer offer a most comfortable seat with a sturdy backrest, the pillion footplates allow changes in leg position that are not possible with standard footrests.
As for the riding position, the large touring screen that is also standard fitment on the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic tourer offers excellent wind, weather and bug protection throughout the trip.
General information
Model: Kawasaki VN1700 Classic
Year: 2009
Category: Custom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1700.00 ccm (103.73 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2
Stroke: 4
Torque: 135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Compression: 9.5:1
Bore x stroke: 102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: SOHC
Starter: Electric
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Physical measures
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 345.0 kg (760.7 pounds)
Seat height: 721 mm (28.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,156 mm (45.5 inches)
Overall length: 2,499 mm (98.4 inches)
Overall width: 1,026 mm (40.4 inches)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,666 mm (65.6 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Double-cradle, steel
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Front suspension: 43mm hydraulic fork
Front suspension travel: 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension: Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Rear suspension travel: 79 mm (3.1 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 130/90-16
Rear tyre dimensions: 170/70-16
Front brakes: Double disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)
Color options: Black
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