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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।

Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer 2009 Images

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Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer 2009 UK Specifications

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
Maximum power	54 kW {73 PS} / 5,000 rpm
Maximum torque	136 N·m {13.9 kgf·m} / 2,750 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel injection: ø42 mm x 2
Ignition	Digital
Starting	Electric
Lubrication	Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
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 type	Double-cradle, steel
Rake/Trail	30˚ / 169 mm
Suspension, front	43 mm telescopic fork
Suspension, rear	Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks 4-way
Wheel travel, front	140 mm
Wheel travel, rear	80 mm
Tyre, front	130/90B16M/C 67H
Tyre, rear	170/70B16M/C 75H
Brakes, front	Dual 300 mm discs. Dual twin-piston
Brakes, rear	Single 300 mm disc. Twin-piston
Steering angle, left / right	35˚ / 35˚
Dimensions (L x W x H)	2,500 mm x 1,025 mm x 1,465 mm
Wheelbase	1,665 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Seat height	730 mm
Fuel capacity	20 litres
Curb Mass	378 kg
Automatic Headlights On (AHO)	n/a
Complies to EU emission limit	-
** This is now a wet weight wth full fuel tank and battery installed etc.