Kawasaki VN1700 Classic

New Kawasaki 2010 Model

VN1700 Classic

Pulling Power. The lusty and characterful fuel injected V-Twin motor pulses with excitement urging you to take to the open road. And when you want to slow the pace, just call on the standard ABS braking. Simple and seductive - the VN1700 Classic

Powerful 1700cc V-Twin Engine
Long-stroke, liquid cooled, SOHC, 8-valve 1,700 cm3 V-Twin engine was designed to deliver high levels of torque. The valve system is based on that of the VN2000, but uses a SOHC arrangement instead of OHV for more direct engine feel and easier merging onto motorways.

Electronic Throttle Valve system
Kawasaki’s first fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of both the fuel (via fuel injectors) and the air (via throttle valves) delivered to the engine. Ideal fuel injection and throttle valve position results in smooth, natural engine response. Control of both fuel injection and airflow also enables precise cold-engine idling speed control.

6-speed transmission with overdrive
6th gear is an overdrive gear, contributing to stress-free riding and better fuel economy when cruising at motorway speeds.

K-ACT ABS
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS enables riders to execute controlled, balanced braking. Designed to complement riders’ applied brake force, K-ACT ABS ensures ideal brake force distribution to maximise braking efficiency.

Belt drive
Belt final drive is quiet and efficient and helps reduce maintenance chores. Using carbon fibre instead of Kevlar as a tensile material, the belt offers high strength (tensile strength is increased by 40%) with a slim size and light weight

Instruments
Ignition switch allows on-position key removal, preventing key bunches from damaging the instrument cluster or tank while the bike is in operation. Note: turning the ignition switch collar to the “OFF” position turns the engine off and necessitates re-insertion of the key to restart. Multi-function LCD displays on the tank-mounted instrument cluster are controlled by switches on the right handlebar. Features include a gear position indicator (new for Kawasaki cruisers), fuel gauge, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining range and average fuel consumption

Rear suspension
Dual adjustable rear air-shocks ensure a comfortable riding feel. The VN1700 Classic also features chromed shock covers, contributing the luxurious finish of the rear of the bike.

Fuel Tank
The elegantly shaped fuel tank tapers at the rear, contributing to the VN1700’s curvaceous profile, its lines flowing through the rest of the bike. The fuel tank’s curves have constantly varying radii, giving the bike a dynamism that is both powerful and seductive.

Tail light
The VN1700 is the first Kawasaki Cruiser to feature an elegant LED taillight.

Engine
 Engine type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke V-Twin  Displacement
1,700 cm3  Bore x stroke
102 x 104 mm  Compression ratio
9.5:1  Valve/Induction system
SOHC, 8 valves  Fuel system
Fuel injection: ø42 mm x 2  Ignition
Digital  Starting
Electric  Lubrication
Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump Transmission
 Transmission
6-speed, return  Final Drive
Belt  Primary reduction ratio
1.515 (50/33)  Gear ratios: 1st
3.077 (40/13)  Gear ratios: 2nd
1.900 (38/20)  Gear ratios: 3rd
1.407 (38/27)  Gear ratios: 4th
1.143 (32/28)  Gear ratios: 5th
0.967 (29/30)  Gear ratios: 6th
0.806 (29/36)  Final reduction ratio
2.250 (72/32)  Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual Frame
 Frame type
Double-cradle, steel  Rake/Trail
30˚ / 169 mm  Wheel travel, front
140 mm  Wheel travel, rear
80 mm  Tyre, front
130/90B16M/C 67H  Tyre, rear
170/70B16M/C 75H  Steering angle, left / right
35˚ / 35˚ Suspension
 Suspension, front
43 mm telescopic fork  Suspension, rear
Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way Brakes
 Brakes, front
Dual 300 mm discs. Dual twin-piston  Brakes, rear
Single 300 mm disc. Twin-piston Dimensions
 Dimensions (L x W x H)
2,500 mm x 1,025 mm x 1,155 mm  Wheelbase
1,665 mm  Ground Clearance
130 mm  Seat height
720 mm  Fuel capacity
20 litres  Curb Mass
349 kg Performance
 Maximum power
55 kW {74 PS} / 5,000 rpm  Maximum torque
135 N·m {13.7 kgf·m} / 2,750 rpm