| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION |
|---|
| Model ID |
|---|
| Manufacturer (Make) | Kawasaki |
| Model Name | VN 1700 Light Tourer |
| Year | 2011 |
| Category(class) | Touring |
| Engine |
|---|
| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 1700 ccm (103.74 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | V2, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø102.0 mm x 104.0 mm (Ø4.02 inches x 4.09 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 0.98 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Timing System | SOHC |
| Fuel System(Carburetion) | Injection |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starter System | Electric |
| Lubrication System | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Powertrain |
|---|
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk, manual |
| Gearbox | 6 speed |
| Transmission (Final Drive) | Belt |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes |
|---|
| Frame Type | Double-cradle |
| Front Suspension | 43 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way |
| Front Brakes | Double disc |
| Front Brakes Diameter | Ø300 mm (Ø11.81 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | Ø300 mm (Ø11.81 inches) |
| Front Tire | 130/90-B16 |
| Rear Tire | 170/70-B16 |
| Dimensions |
|---|
| Overall Length | 2500 mm (98.43 inches) |
| Overall Width | 1025 mm (40.35 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1155 mm (45.47 inches) |
| Seat Height | 720 mm (28.35 inches) |
| Fork Angle (Rake) | 30.0° degrees |
| Trail | 169 mm (6.65 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1665 mm (65.55 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.12 inches) |
| Curb Weight | 349.0 kg (769 lb) |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) |
| Performance |
|---|
| Max Power | 73.76 HP (53.8 kW) at 5000 RPM |
| Max Torque | 135.00 Nm (99.26 ft*lbs) at 2750 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.21 Hp/Kg |
| Top Speed | - |
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time | |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 seconds |
| 0-60 mph | 6 seconds |
| 1/4 mile | - |
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |
