Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Nomad
- Production years
- 2009–2017
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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Selected year: 2017
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,700 cm³
- Power
- 73 hp (54 kW) at 5,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 382 kg
- Seat height
- 730 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Nomad is a touring motorcycle produced from 2009 through 2017. For 2017, its 1,700 cm³ liquid-cooled V-twin makes 73 hp (54 kW) and 146.5 Nm of torque at 2,750 rpm, with a wet weight of 382 kg.
Torque arriving at 2,750 rpm gives the engine useful pull without needing high revs. The 730 mm seat height makes putting a foot down easier for many riders, while the 382 kg wet weight can make slow-speed maneuvers more demanding. Saddle bags provide built-in luggage space, and ABS helps control braking; the air-assisted rear shocks have four-way rebound damping for adjustment to the ride.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- 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
- Power
- 73 hp (54 kW) at 5,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1911 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 146.5 Nm at 2,750 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc
- 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
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
- Overall height
- 1,466 mm
- Overall length
- 2,499 mm
- Overall width
- 1,026 mm
- Seat height
- 730 mm
- Wet weight
- 382 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
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake
- 30.0°
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
- Rear wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Trail
- 178 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Two-piston calipers. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-B16
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear tyre
- 170/70-B16
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Metallic Titanium/Metallic Spark Black
- Warranty
- 24
Model years
2010
Wet weight: 373.1 kg → 378.3 kg; Seat height: 749 mm → 729 mm
2011
Torque: 146.4 Nm → 146.5 Nm
2014
Seat height: 729 mm → 720 mm
2015
Seat height: 720 mm → 730 mm
2016
Wet weight: 378.3 kg → 382 kg
| 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) | 73 hp (54 kW) |
| Torque | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm | 146.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 378.3 kg | 378.3 kg | 378.3 kg | 378.3 kg | 382 kg | 382 kg |
| Seat height | 729 mm | 729 mm | 720 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 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
Strong low-rpm torque
Its 146.5 Nm peak at 2,750 rpm supports relaxed acceleration without frequent high-rev riding.
Built-in luggage
Saddle bags provide storage for touring essentials without requiring separate luggage.
Adjustable rear shocks
Air assistance and four-way rebound damping let the rider tune rear suspension response.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
At 382 kg wet, it takes more effort to maneuver in tight spaces or when moving it by hand.
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
730 mm
Approx. loaded height
700 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 7 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
287 km
With 10% reserve
258 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine capacity of the 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Nomad?
It has a 1,700 cm³ liquid-cooled V-twin engine.
How much power and torque does the 2017 Vulcan 1700 Nomad make?
It produces 73 hp (54 kW) and 146.5 Nm of torque at 2,750 rpm.
How much does the 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Nomad weigh?
Its wet weight is 382 kg.
Does the 2017 Vulcan 1700 Nomad have ABS and luggage storage?
Yes, it has ABS and saddle bags.
