Cruisers
1998Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring
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The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring is a heavyweight cruiser designed for riders seeking comfort and style on long-distance rides. Its liquid-cooled 1470cc V-twin engine delivers strong low-end torque ideal for cruising, while the shaft-drive transmission and touring-focused geometry make it best known for relaxed, stable highway performance.
- Capacity
- 1470.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 299.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 64.0 HP (47.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed highway cruising and long-distance touring in classic American style rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A laid-back, torque-rich cruiser with shaft drive smoothness that rewards patient, unhurried riding over aggressive throttle use.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1470.0 ccm
- Power
- 64.0 HP (47.1 kW)
- Torque
- 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2140 HP/kg
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Dry weight
- 299.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring?
The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring has a Capacity of 1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring have?
The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring has a Power of 64.0 HP (47.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring have?
The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring?
The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring has a Torque of 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring weigh?
The 1998 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Touring has a Dry weight of 299.0 kg (659.2 pounds).
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