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2014 Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer

1700 cc · 72 hp

Ride character

How this bike feels on the axes that matter

These scores are estimates.

Off-roadRoadComfortSpeedAgilityTouring

Character map

Estimated from category and catalog specs, scored 0–100.

Strongest axes

Strongest

Touring

100

Runner-up

Comfort

92
Long-distance trips100
Long relaxed rides92

Trade-offs

Off-road15
Agility39

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Best for

StrongestTouring

Where this bike tends to fit: city, touring, daily use, and more.

Touring
%97Best
Passenger
%96
Daily
%89
City
%67
Track
%67
Cornering
%53

Strongest fit: Touring (%97).

Who this bike is for

Rider fit: experience, purpose, and who may struggle.

Experience
Advanced
Riding purpose
Daily, Track, Long ride
Physical
Low seat height, Heavy body
Character
Comfort

May not be suitable

New beginnersExpecting low fuel consumptionHeavy city traffic

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic Tourer Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine Displacement
1700 cc
Power
72 hp
Engine Type
V-Twin
Torque
136 Nm
Engine Details
V-Twin | SOHC | Cylinder: 2
Power / Weight
0.188 hp/kg

Fuel & Capacity

Fuel System
Injection

Cooling & Starter

Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Starter
Electric

Transmission & Drive

Transmission
Belt

Brake System

Front Brakes
Disc x2
Rear Brakes
Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Twin-Shock

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire
130/90-B16
Rear Tire
170/70-B16

Dimensions & Weight

Length
250 cm
Height
147 cm
Wheelbase
166.5 cm
Seat Height
73 cm
Ground Clearance
14 cm
Wet Weight
382 kg

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