Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic
- Production years
- 2009–2014
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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Selected year: 2014
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,700 cm³
- Power
- 74 hp (55 kW)
- Wet weight
- 345.2 kg
- Seat height
- 719 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic is a cruiser produced from 2009 to 2014. The 2014 model uses a 1700 cm³, four-stroke V-twin making 74 hp (55 kW) and 146.5 Nm of torque at 2,250 rpm, with a wet weight of 345.2 kg.
A 719 mm seat height keeps the riding position low and can make it easier to put a foot down at a stop. The 20.10-liter tank gives an estimated range of about 305 km at the stated fuel consumption of 6.60 L/100 km; its twin rear shocks have 79 mm of travel, so there is limited rear suspension movement over rough pavement.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Bore x stroke
- 102.0 x 104.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,700 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 155 g/km CO₂
- Epa co emissions
- 6.2 CO g/km
- Epa est fuel consumption
- 6.6 L/100 km
- Power
- 74 hp (55 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2138 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 146.5 Nm at 2,250 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
- Fuel capacity
- 20.1 L
- Fuel tank material
- Metal
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,156 mm
- Overall length
- 2,499 mm
- Overall width
- 1,026 mm
- Seat height
- 719 mm
- Wet weight
- 345.2 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,666 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
- Front suspension
- 43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake
- 30.0°
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.
- Rear wheel travel
- 79 mm
- Trail
- 169 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear tyre
- 170/70-16
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2010
Wet weight: 345 kg → 345.2 kg; Seat height: 721 mm → 719 mm
2012
Torque: 146.4 Nm → 146.5 Nm
2014
Power: 73 hp (54 kW) → 74 hp (55 kW)
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,700 cm³ | 1,700 cm³ | 1,700 cm³ | 1,700 cm³ | 1,700 cm³ | 1,700 cm³ |
| Power | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 73 hp (54 kW) | 74 hp (55 kW) |
| Torque | 146.4 Nm | 146.4 Nm | 146.4 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 345 kg | 345.2 kg | 345.2 kg | 345.2 kg | 345.2 kg | 345.2 kg |
| Seat height | 721 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Belt final drive
The belt drive avoids the regular cleaning and adjustment associated with a chain.
Saddlebags
Saddlebags provide built-in space for carrying belongings on a ride.
Strong low-rpm torque
The engine’s 146.5 Nm arrives at 2,250 rpm, giving it useful pull without needing high engine speed.
Things to consider
Heavy at walking pace
At 345.2 kg wet, the Vulcan takes effort to push around or balance through tight, slow maneuvers.
Limited clearance
The 130 mm ground clearance leaves less room for large bumps or steep driveway transitions.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
719 mm
Approx. loaded height
689 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 20.1 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
365 km
With 10% reserve
329 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2014 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic make?
Its 1700 cm³ V-twin produces 74 hp (55 kW) and 146.5 Nm of torque at 2,250 rpm.
What is the seat height of the 2014 Vulcan 1700 Classic?
The seat height is 719 mm.
How far can the Vulcan 1700 Classic travel on a full tank?
Its estimated full-tank range is about 305 km.
What final drive does the 2014 Vulcan 1700 Classic use?
It uses a belt final drive.
