Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero - 2021 Specifications and Reviews
The 2021 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is a cruiser-touring machine designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance travel with classic styling and commanding presence. Powered by a liquid-cooled 1700cc V-twin engine producing 145.9 Nm of torque, it excels at highway cruising with its relaxed riding position and generous fuel capacity. Best known for blending authentic cruiser aesthetics with practical touring capabilities, it appeals to experienced riders wanting accessible, reliable distance riding.
General information | |
| Price as new | 3.7 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2021 |
| Model | Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | Carbon fiber-reinforced belt |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with dual 42mm throttle bodies |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Torque | 145.9 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.6 ft.lbs) @ 2750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | 52° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS, twin-piston caliper, K-ACT II |
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS, dual four-piston calipers, K-ACT II. |
| Rear tire | 170/70-16 |
| Front tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear wheel travel | 79 mm (3.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 45mm Showa telescopic fork |
| Trail | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.0° |
| Frame type | Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1666 mm (65.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2510 mm (98.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1290 mm (50.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 406.1 kg (895.2 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Comments | Cruise control. Integrated audio system with SiriusXM ® Radio compatibility |
| Factory warranty | 36 Month Limited Warranty |
| Carrying capacity | Hard saddle bags |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Metallic Carbon Gray/Metallic Spark Black |
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