2012Kawasaki Vulcan VN1700 Voyager

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The 2012 Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager is a heavyweight cruiser touring bike designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Its liquid-cooled 1700cc V-twin engine delivers commanding low-end torque, making it ideal for highway cruising with passengers and luggage. Known for its relaxed riding position and substantial build, the Voyager excels at cross-country touring duties.

Capacity: 1700.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 401.9 kg
Seat height: 729 mm
Power: 72.4 HP (53.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up90%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed long-distance highway touring with a passenger and luggage rather than spirited or sporty riding.
Built for: A big, torquey V-twin cruiser with a laid-back demeanor, generous windscreen protection, and a smooth belt-driven cadence suited to unhurried mile-eating.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting agile cornering, off-road capability, or outright acceleration performance.

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

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At 729mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Kawasaki Vulcan VN1700 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: 72.4 HP (53.3 kW)
Torque: 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1801 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: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet multidisk, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1666 mm
Seat height: 729 mm
Wet weight: 401.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Carrying capacity: 50 litre lockable topbox. Top-opening panniers. Glove box.
Dry weight: Not on record - add it