Motorcycle specifications KawasakiVN 1700 Voyager 2010 An Electra born in Japan

wow! Look out, get out of the way: Kawasaki is once again entering the grand touring sector, this time with a custom machine equipped to the hilt. Watch out, this is no laughing matter.
After inaugurating a high-speed supertanker in the shape of the GTR 1400, the manufacturer is opening the doors to the crucifying GT with this VN 1700 Voyager. A very big custom belonging to Kawa's new sumo family: the Classic, the Tourer, and the Voyager presented here.

kawa has a long history of combining custom and travel. In the past, the 1500 Tourer was the first model in the catalog, followed by the 1600 Tourer when its displacement was increased. Today, the 1700 Tourer takes up the torch; but the Japanese giant's offer goes even further: in addition to a further increase in twinsque cubage, the 1700 Voyager is very well equipped to take on many highways and other freeways.

A huge long-range mill with plenty of torque, two side panniers, a large top case with a wide passenger backrest, 2 glove compartments to hold all the bits and bobs (you know, lighter, toll ticket, change, keys, chewing gum, etc.), and protection like that is guaranteed), and protection like that provided by a large windshield, a wide fork head and side leg guards. 3 headlamps should provide plenty of illumination. In short, we find ourselves in the presence of the Japanese version of an... Electra-Glide. The only difference between the two is the manufacturer's logo and the presence of a water cooler. OK, let's skip the controversy.

kawa isn't just launching a new super cruiser. It's also taking the opportunity to add a few useful everyday features. The Voyager comes with cruise control, a 6-speed gearbox (the last of which is overdriven to lower engine speed at the right speed), the new K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) braking system, which improves the rider's braking control by increasing the overall power of the braking unit, and a new electronic throttle opening control system for smoother, more progressive engine response.

and what about this engine? Nothing less than an enormous 1700 cc twin with a torque of almost 14 mkg, available from 2750 rpm. A real iron fist that will have no trouble lifting this imposing cruiser.