Cruisers
2011Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic
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The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic is a big, traditionally styled cruiser. Its liquid-cooled 1,700cc V-twin makes 73 hp and 146.4 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive. A low 719 mm seat, 345.2 kg wet weight and a 20.1-litre tank suit relaxed highway cruising.
- Capacity
- 1700.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 345.2 kg
- Seat height
- 719 mm
- Power
- 73.0 HP (53.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed highway cruising and boulevard riding rather than outright speed or sport handling.
- Built for
- A classic, torque-rich V-twin cruiser that rewards a laid-back riding style with strong low-end pull and a commanding, traditional presence.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking agile cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1700.0 ccm
- Power
- 73.0 HP (53.7 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- BKAXC1.70AAB-001
- EPA CO Emissions
- 6.2 CO g/km
- Torque
- 146.4 Nm (14.9 kgf-m) @ 2250 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2115 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
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1666 mm
- Overall length
- 2499 mm
- Overall width
- 1026 mm
- Overall height
- 1156 mm
- Seat height
- 719 mm
- Wet weight
- 345.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
- Front suspension
- 43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 79 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 30.0°
- Trail
- 170 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 170/70-16
Other
- Color options
- 2-tone Metallic Diablo Black/Candy Surf Blue
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1700 cc | 1700 cc | 1700 cc | 1700 cc | 1700 cc | 1700 cc |
| Seat height | 721 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic?
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic has a Capacity of 1700.0 ccm (103.74 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic have?
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic has a Power of 73.0 HP (53.7 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic have?
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic?
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic has a Torque of 146.4 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 108.0 ft.lbs) @ 2250 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic weigh?
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic has a Wet weight of 345.2 kg (761.0 pounds).
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