2018Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager

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Capacity: 1700.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 403.0 kg
Seat height: 729 mm
Power: 73.0 HP (53.3 kW) @ 5000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up90%

Track5%

Best for: Built for effortless long-distance highway touring with a passenger and full luggage rather than sporty riding.
Built for: Appeals to laid-back cruiser riders who value low-RPM torque, relaxed ergonomics, and a classic V-twin soundtrack over outright speed or agility.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 729mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2018 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1700.0 ccm
Power: 73.0 HP (53.3 kW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 146.5 Nm (14.9 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1811 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 102.0 x 104.0 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, semi and #8209;dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1664 mm
Overall length: 2560 mm
Overall width: 996 mm
Overall height: 1549 mm
Seat height: 729 mm
Wet weight: 403.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.10 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags, top box
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double-cradle, steel
Front suspension: 45mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 79 mm
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 178 mm