2012 Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer

Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer
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General motorcycle information

Model
Kawasaki VN1700 Light Tourer
Year
2012
Category
Touring
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Engine and transmission

Displacement
103.73 cubic inches (1700.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
73.8 horsepowers (55.0 kiloWatts) at 5000 RPM
Torque
99.58 pound-foot/lbf-ft (135.00 Nm / 13.77 kgf-m) at 2750 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
6.22 x 6.35 inches (102.0 x 104.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Belt
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
30.0°
Trail
10.31 inches (169.0 mm)
Front tyre
130/90-B16
Rear tyre
170/70-B16
Front brake
Double discs
Front brakes diameter
18.31 inches (300.0 mm)
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
18.31 inches (300.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
751.8 pounds (341.0 kg)
Wet weight
769.4 pounds (349.0 kg)
Seat height
43.9 inches (720 mm)
Wheelbase
101.6 inches (1665 mm)
Overall length
152.6 inches (2500 mm)
Overall width
62.5 inches (1025 mm)
Overall height
70.5 inches (1155 mm)
Ground clearance
7.9 inches (130 mm)
Fuel capacity
5.28 gallons (20.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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