Cruisers

2017Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager

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The 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager is a full-featured cruiser designed for long-distance touring riders seeking comfort and storage capability. Built on a massive 1,664mm wheelbase with integrated saddlebags and top box, it excels at highway cruising with excellent weight distribution and stability. Known for its powerful engine, relaxed ergonomics, and premium touring amenities, it suits riders prioritizing comfort and practicality over sportiness.

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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What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager

vs the 2016

Spec	2016	2017
Power	73.0 HP (53.7 kW)	73.0 HP (53.3 kW) @ 5000 RPM
Front suspension	45mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in.	45mm hydraulic fork
Rear suspension	Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in.	Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.	Double disc. Four-piston calipers.

Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

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 2017 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