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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?

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Key facts Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak (2006) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

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Weak points

Recipe
Limited ground clearance

Prices

	Basic version
France	12,699€

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Model sold in 2004 2005 2006 2007

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Performance

Max speed : 188 km/h (116.80 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 4.90 liters/100km (0.48 mpg)
Estimated range : 347 km (216 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006

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 , manual; 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; Torque-to-Weight Ratio : 22.83 kg/mkg; Compression : 9 : 1

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Competitors

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006

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Compare the VN 1600 Mean Streak to its competitors

Compared to its 4 direct competitors, this VN 1600 Mean Streak offers an appealing positioning, managing to stand out in certain specific areas. It stands out with fuel consumption of 4.9 l/100km. Its power-to-weight ratio of 4.08 kg/ch betrays a bit of extra heft on the scales.

Acceleration

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 Undisclosed

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 Undisclosed

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 2.8 s

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 Undisclosed

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 4.90 liters/100km (0.48 mpg)

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 7 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 6.90 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 Undisclosed

Range

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 347 km (216 miles)

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 300 km (186 miles)

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 357 km (222 miles)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 217 km (135 miles)

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 Undisclosed

Torque

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 12.7 mkg

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 12.6 mkg

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 20.3 mkg

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 14.4 mkg

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 : 10.8 mkg

Power

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 72 ch (71 hp)

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 75 ch (74 hp)

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 142 ch (140 hp)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 86 ch (84.80 hp)

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 : 68 ch (67.10 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 4.08 kg/ch

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 4.05 kg/ch

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 2.29 kg/ch

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 3.24 kg/ch

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 : 4.32 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 22.83 kg/mkg

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : 23.81 kg/mkg

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 15.76 kg/mkg

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 19.1 kg/mkg

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 : 26.85 kg/mkg

Speed

Kawasaki VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 : 188 km/h (116.80 mph)

Honda VTX 1300 S 2006 : approximately 185 km/h (115 mph)

Triumph 2300 ROCKET III 2006 : 220 km/h (136.70 mph)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2006 : 190 km/h (118.10 mph)

Harley-Davidson 1450 DYNA STREET BOB FXDBI 2006 : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)

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Consumption and other

Spartacq Model 2007

Hello, I recently started riding a 2007 Kawasaki 1600cc VN Means Streak.
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 04/03/2026 11:02 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Spartacq

2005 model

Fitou09 Model 2006

Superb bike, with a vance hines exhaust...a pleasure to ride. 03/28/2025 17:23 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Fitou09

Quebec

xplorer Model 2004

A splendid look, a neophyte cannot remain insensitive to the sight of this bike...In my opinion the green color of the 2004 model is OUFFFFF!!!! 07/13/2023 19:29 Rating : 5/5 Respond to xplorer

Hayate Model 2004

The most beautiful Japanese custom ever created!
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. 03/19/2012 18:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Hayate

Gordon Model 2006

Salut a tout le monde , deja 10000 kms avec cette Mean streak acheter en 02/2006 , RAS que du bonheur , pour info 210 kms/heures avec pot cataletyque supprimer
@++++++++ GORG 08/08/2006 15:52 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Gordon

mumu Model 2006

My first 1100 kms on a Mean streak are done = 1st overhaul and fitting of accessories, this bike is fantastic I think they designed it for me (1.7O meters: 85 kilos), I love its riding position (perfect seat height and handlebars), its torque, its surprising roadholding (equipped with 17" rims and original low-profile tires), its remarkable agility, its noise and above all the pleasure you get from riding it, what a giant foot! it's a real cruiser like only Kawasaki can make, with an average fuel consumption of : 6 liters >> 100 kms >>3500T MAX >>130 kms/h (running-in required), but >>> BE CAREFUL in tight bends and roundabouts, it's hot, custom required
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mumu
07/06/2006 23:27 Rating : 5/5 Respond to mumu

khan Model 2006

it's the most beautiful of all custom bikes. it's the culmination of a more aggressive, more bestial line. 01/06/2005 15:39 Rating : 5/5 Respond to khan

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006

What is the power of the VN 1600 Mean Streak?: The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 develops a power of 72 ch (71 hp)
What is the torque of the VN 1600 Mean Streak?: The maximum torque of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 is 12.70 mkg to 2,800 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the VN 1600 Mean Streak?: The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 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?: The VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 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?: 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?: To ensure good accessibility, the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 offers a minimum seat height of 700 mm (27.56 in).
What is the price of the VN 1600 Mean Streak?: The price of the VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 is 12,699€ in France. It is displayed at , in France.
What size tires should I put on my VN 1600 Mean Streak?: The standard size for a VN 1600 Mean Streak 2006 is 130 / 70 - 17 for the front, and 170 / 60 - 17 for the rear.

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