Motorcycle specifications Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 Cruising on a diet
presentation of the VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012
when big custom enthusiasts wanted Kawasaki and travel, they had a choice between the VN 1700 Tourer, the Voyager, and the Voyager Custom. However, a cruiser with a more vintage feel was needed to complete the range. For those wishing to bring luggage with a 1700 Classic, here's the Light Tourer version. The adoption of small leather saddlebags means you can keep the two superimposed exhausts and take along two 15-liter loads for the weekend. A large, height-adjustable intake and small deflectors on the forks provide additional protection for the rider. With this accessory pack, its big 1700 cm twin-cylinder engine and 13.7 mkg of torque at just 2,750 rpm, the VN 1700 Light Tourer stands in direct opposition to Harley-Davidson's Softail Heritage. Weighing 30 kilos less than the 1700 Tourer and featuring a lighter travel kit, it fully deserves its Light designation. However, you'll have to make do without some of the standard Tourer equipment, such as cruise control, seat backrest and passenger footrests.
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Key facts Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer (2012) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Comfort
- Flexible motor
- Travel light
Weak points
- Limited sensations
- Reduced loading capacity
Prices
| Basic version | |
|---|---|
 France |
14,899€
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Performance
- Max speed : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
Specifications Kawasaki VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012
- Chassis
- Frame : double steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 20 liters (5.28 US gallons)
- Seat height : 720 mm (28.35 in)
- Length : 2,500 mm (98.43 in)
- Width : 1,025 mm (40.35 in)
- Min height : 1,155 mm (45.47 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,665 mm (65.55 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 349 kg (769 lb)
- Front axle
- telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 140 mm (5.51 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Front tire : 130 / 90 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary belt drive
- Rear axle
- air-assisted double combination, Wheel travel : 80 mm (3.15 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 170 / 70 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder en V , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 46 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 1 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 1,700 cc
- 74 ch (73 hp) to 5,000 rpm
- 13.70 mkg to 2,750 rpm
- Power-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 4.55 kg/ch
- Torque-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 24.23 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9.5:1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS standard
- Practical information
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Compare the VN 1700 Light Tourer to its competitors
Compared to its 6 direct competitors, this VN 1700 Light Tourer offers a fairly balanced positioning, sitting right in the middle of the category. On the spec sheet, it highlights top speed of 180 km/h and torque-to-weight ratio of 24.23 kg/Nm. Its power-to-weight ratio of 4.55 kg/ch betrays a bit of extra heft on the scales.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012
- What is the power of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 develops a power of 74 ch (73 hp)
- What is the torque of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The maximum torque of the VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 is 13.70 mkg to 2,750 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 has a a weight when fully loaded of 349 kg (769 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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To ensure good accessibility, the VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 offers a minimum seat height of 720 mm (28.35 in).
- What is the price of the VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The price of the VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 is 14,899€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my VN 1700 Light Tourer?
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The standard size for a VN 1700 Light Tourer 2012 is 130 / 90 - 16 for the front, and 170 / 70 - 16 for the rear.
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