presentation of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
kawa's muscular custom takes advantage of the 2004 model year to pump up its biceps. Displacement increases from 1470 to 1552 cm3. Perhaps more power, but also more torque for more thrills. Apart from the flashy colors, reinforced swingarm and modified seat, the rest of the machine remains unchanged. It retains its inverted fork and huge brakes. But how will this new 1600 measure up against the new VN 2000 from the same manufacturer?
M.B - manufacturer's photos
Key facts Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak (2005) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Look musclé
- Freinage
Weak points
- Recipe
- Limited ground clearance
Prices
| Basic version | |
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12,699€
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Performance
- Max speed : 188 km/h (116.80 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 4.90 liters/100km (0.48 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 347 km (216 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
- Chassis
- Frame : Double tubular steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons)
- Seat height : 700 mm (27.56 in)
- Length : 2,410 mm (94.88 in)
- Width : 850 mm (33.46 in)
- Min height : 1,100 mm (43.31 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,705 mm (67.13 in)
- Dry weight : 290 kg (639 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 318 kg (701 lb)
- Front axle
- Telescopic fork , Wheel travel : 150 mm (5.91 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 2-piston caliper
- Front tire : 130 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- 2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 87 mm (3.43 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 170 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder en V , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 40 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 1 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 1,552 cc
- 72 ch (71 hp) to 5,500 rpm
- 12.70 mkg to 2,800 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 4.08 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 22.83 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9 : 1
- Practical information
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Acceleration
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
Undisclosed
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
Undisclosed
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 2.8 s
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
Undisclosed
Fuel consumption
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 4.90 liters/100km (0.48 mpg)
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 7 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 6.90 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)
Range
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 347 km (216 miles)
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 300 km (186 miles)
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 357 km (222 miles)
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 217 km (135 miles)
Torque
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 12.7 mkg
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 12.6 mkg
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 20.3 mkg
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 14.4 mkg
Power
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 72 ch (71 hp)
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 75 ch (74 hp)
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 142 ch (140 hp)
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 86 ch (84.80 hp)
Power-to-Weight ratio
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 4.08 kg/ch
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 4.05 kg/ch
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 2.29 kg/ch
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 3.24 kg/ch
Torque-to-Weight ratio
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 22.83 kg/mkg
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: 23.81 kg/mkg
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 15.76 kg/mkg
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 19.1 kg/mkg
Speed
Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
: 188 km/h (116.80 mph)
Honda VTX 1300 S 2005
: approximately 185 km/h (115 mph)
Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2005
: 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005
: 190 km/h (118.10 mph)
FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005
- What is the power of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 develops a power of 72 ch (71 hp)
- What is the torque of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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The maximum torque of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 is 12.70 mkg to 2,800 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 is capable of reaching a top speed of 188 km/h (116.80 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 has a a dry weight of 290 kg (639 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 318 kg (701 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.90 l/100km (0.48 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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To ensure good accessibility, the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 offers a minimum seat height of 700 mm (27.56 in).
- What is the price of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005?
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The price of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2005 is 12,699€ in France
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 7 reviews
My questions are:
1. It gets 7 liters per 100 km at a speed of 80 km/h. Is that normal?
2. What is the ideal tire pressure (front and rear)?
3. What is the ideal engine oil for my motorcycle?
Thank you for your response.
Have a great day, Bike Rating : 4/5 Respond to Spartacq
Racy, classy, well-equipped and mechanically well-muscled. Everything I love in a custom...
As bulldoggy as a certain VICTORY 1700 Hammer.
As a Kawasaki rider, the VN 1600 Mean Streak is one of my passion bikes, along with the ZRX 1200, the ZX-12R and the ZZR 1200.
Riding a Mean Streak, be it a 1500 or a 1600, is undoubtedly a different kind of riding.
For your information, the SUZUKI VZ 1600 MARAUDER is its brother, designed by Kawa. Rating : 5/5 Respond to Hayate
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Rating : 5/5 Respond to mumu