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2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Kawasaki
Kawasaki
Model Year
2023
2023
Model
Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS
Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS
Model Code
VN1700KPFAL
VN1700KPFAL
Color
Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray
Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Dual 300 mm discs, dual four-piston calipers, K-ACT II ABS

Rear - Single 300 mm disc, twin-piston caliper, K-ACT II ABS

Front - Dual 300 mm discs, dual four-piston calipers, K-ACT II ABS

Rear - Single 300 mm disc, twin-piston caliper, K-ACT II ABS

Tires

Front - 130 / 90-16

Rear - 170 / 70-16

Front - 130 / 90-16

Rear - 170 / 70-16

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 98.8 in.
Overall - 98.8 in.
Height
Overall - 50.8 in.
Overall - 50.8 in.
Width
Overall - 38.2 in.
Overall - 38.2 in.
Weight
Curb - 844.5 lb.* (*Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied). When equipped, California evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 lb.)
Curb - 844.5 lb.* (*Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied). When equipped, California evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 lb.)
Ground Clearance
5.7 in.
5.7 in.
Wheelbase
65.6 in.
65.6 in.
Seat Height
28.7 in.
28.7 in.

Drivetrain

Transmission
6-speed with overdrive and positive neutral finder
6-speed with overdrive and positive neutral finder
Final Drive
Carbon fiber-reinforced belt
Carbon fiber-reinforced belt

Electrical

Advanced Electronics

Electronic Rider Aids - Electronic cruise control, Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-Braking Technology (K-ACT II) ABS

AM / FM / WB audio system with SiriusXM® radio compatibility

Electronic Rider Aids - Electronic cruise control, Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-Braking Technology (K-ACT II) ABS

AM / FM / WB audio system with SiriusXM® radio compatibility

Engine

Engine
4-stroke, 52-degree V-twin
4-stroke, 52-degree V-twin
Cooling
Liquid
Liquid
Displacement
1,700 cc (103.7 ci)
1,700 cc (103.7 ci)
Bore x Stroke
102.0 x 104.0 mm
102.0 x 104.0 mm
Torque
Maximum - 107.6 lb. ft. @ 2,750 rpm
Maximum - 107.6 lb. ft. @ 2,750 rpm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
9.5:1
Fuel System
DFI 42 mm throttle bodies (2)
DFI 42 mm throttle bodies (2)
Ignition
TCBI with electronic advance
TCBI with electronic advance
Fuel Capacity
5.3 gal.
5.3 gal.

Operational

Frame
Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Front Suspension

45 mm Showa telescopic fork

Travel - 5.5 in.

45 mm Showa telescopic fork

Travel - 5.5 in.

Rear Suspension

Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping

Travel - 3.1 in.

Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping

Travel - 3.1 in.

Rake
30°
30°
Trail
7.0 in.
7.0 in.
Throttle
Electronic throttle valves
Electronic throttle valves

Other

Includes

Convenient locking storage compartments

Sealed saddlebags

Stylish, frame-mounted fairing

Convenient locking storage compartments

Sealed saddlebags

Stylish, frame-mounted fairing

Warranty
36 month limited
36 month limited

Features

Convenience

  • OPTIMIZED FOR ADVENTURE: Whether you plan to spend your day riding around the city or touring the highway, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS motorcycle comes with a 36-month limited warranty and accommodating features to make your ride epic.
  • TAKE IT ALL WITH YOU: Hard, lockable and sealed, side-opening saddlebags provide nearly 10 gallons of storage space each.
  • PREMIUM SOUND: A feature-rich, AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM® Radio compatibility provides entertainment for your ride. Fairing-mounted 40-watt speakers are standard equipment. Easy-to-use audio controls are located within easy thumb reach on the left-side of the handlebars. All trademarks, registered trademarks, logos, and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Performance

  • BOLD BY NATURE: From the frame-mounted fairings designed to direct aerodynamic forces to the chassis to its advanced braking system, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS motorcycle was built around performance.
  • EASY & SEAMLESS: Electronic cruise control system can be activated in 3rd gear or at any speed between 30mph and 85mph.
  • KAWASAKI ADVANCED COACTIVE-BRAKING TECHNOLOGY: Advanced braking technology helps ensure ideal brake force distribution for confident braking.

Power

  • KING OF THE ROAD: Drawing its muscle from a powerful V-twin engine, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS bagger cruiser is a dominant force on the road.
  • MIGHTY V-TWIN: A fuel-injected, 52-degree 1,700cc V-twin engine delivers high torque levels with a powerful and distinct V-twin feel.

Convenience

  • OPTIMIZED FOR ADVENTURE: Whether you plan to spend your day riding around the city or touring the highway, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS motorcycle comes with a 36-month limited warranty and accommodating features to make your ride epic.
  • TAKE IT ALL WITH YOU: Hard, lockable and sealed, side-opening saddlebags provide nearly 10 gallons of storage space each.
  • PREMIUM SOUND: A feature-rich, AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM® Radio compatibility provides entertainment for your ride. Fairing-mounted 40-watt speakers are standard equipment. Easy-to-use audio controls are located within easy thumb reach on the left-side of the handlebars. All trademarks, registered trademarks, logos, and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Performance

  • BOLD BY NATURE: From the frame-mounted fairings designed to direct aerodynamic forces to the chassis to its advanced braking system, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS motorcycle was built around performance.
  • EASY & SEAMLESS: Electronic cruise control system can be activated in 3rd gear or at any speed between 30mph and 85mph.
  • KAWASAKI ADVANCED COACTIVE-BRAKING TECHNOLOGY: Advanced braking technology helps ensure ideal brake force distribution for confident braking.

Power

  • KING OF THE ROAD: Drawing its muscle from a powerful V-twin engine, the Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero® ABS bagger cruiser is a dominant force on the road.
  • MIGHTY V-TWIN: A fuel-injected, 52-degree 1,700cc V-twin engine delivers high torque levels with a powerful and distinct V-twin feel.