Specifications

Engine
Type 4-stroke, V-Twin
Displacement 1,700cc
Bore and Stroke 102.0 x 104.0 mm
Cooling Liquid, plus cooling fins
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Valve System SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel System Digital fuel injection with dual 42 mm throttle bodies
Ignition TCBI with digital advance
Lubrication Forced lubrication (semi-dry sump)
Drivetrain
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Transmission 6-speed with overdrive
Final Drive Carbon fiber belt
Primary Reduction Ratio 1.515 (50/33)
Gear Ratio: 1st 2.933 (44/15)
Gear Ratio: 2nd 1.900 (38/20)
Gear Ratio: 3rd 1.407 (38/27)
Gear Ratio: 4th 1.143 (32/28)
Gear Ratio: 5th 0.967 (29/30)
Gear Ratio: 6th 0.806 (29/36)
Final Reduction Ratio 2.250 (72/32)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Frame
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Type Double-cradle, high-tensile steel
Wheel Travel: Front 140 mm (5.5 in.)
Tire: Front 130/90-B16
Wheel Travel: Rear 80 mm (3.1 in.)
Tire: Rear 170/70-B16
Caster (Rake) 30º
Trail 177 mm (7.0 in.)
Steering Angle (Left/Right) 35º / 35º
Suspension
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Suspension, Front 45 mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Suspension, Rear Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks with 4-way rebound damping
Brakes
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Front: Type Dual 300 mm discs
Front: Caliper Dual 4-piston caliper
Rear: Type Single 300 mm disc
Rear: Caliper Twin-piston caliper K-ACT ABS
Dimensions
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Overall Length 2,560 mm (100.8 in.)
Overall Width 995 mm (39.2 in.)
Overall Height 1,550 mm (61.0 in.)
Wheelbase 1,665 mm (65.6 in.)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 in.)
Seat Height 730 mm (28.7 in.)
Curb Mass** 406 kg (895.0 lbs.)
Fuel Capacity 20 litres (4.4 gal.)

** Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)

PERFORMANCE
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Maximum Power‡ 54 kW {73.4 PS} @ 5,000 rpm
Maximum Torque‡ 136 N·m {13.9 kgƒ·m} @ 2,750 rpm

‡ Power / Torque figures measured at the crankshaft.

Details
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Warranty 36 months warranty
ADDITIONAL COST OPTIONS
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Good Times Protection Plan 12 or 24 months (Kawasaki GTPP coverage begins after the standard limited warranty expires)
MSRP*
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Ebony / Pearl Meteor GrayVN1700BBF $22,549

* The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection or applicable taxes. The final price is at the discretion of the dealer. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models under standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for sale. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours may vary by market.

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