Engine
| Displacement |
1,700 cm3 |
| Bore and Stroke |
102 x 104 mm |
| Compression Ratio |
9.5:1 |
| Type |
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke V-Twin |
| Valve System |
SOHC, 8 valves |
| Fuel System |
Fuel injection:φ42 mm x 2 |
| Ignition |
Digital |
| Starting |
Electric |
| Lubrication |
Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
Drivetrain
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| Final Drive |
Belt |
| Primary Reduction Ratio |
1.515 (50/33) |
| Gear Ratios: 1st |
3.077 (40/13) |
| 2nd |
1.900 (38/20) |
| 3rd |
1.407 (38/27) |
| 4th |
1.143 (32/28) |
| 5th |
0.967 (29/30) |
| 6th |
0.806 (29/36) |
| Final Reduction Ratio |
2.250 (72/32) |
| Transmission |
6-speed overdrive with positive neutral return |
| Clutch |
Wet multi-disc, manual |
Frame
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| Wheel Travel: Front |
140 mm |
| Wheel Travel: Rear |
80 mm |
| Tyre: Front |
130/90B16M/C 67H |
| Tyre: Rear |
170/70B16M/C 75H |
| Caster (Rake) |
30º |
| Trail |
169 mm |
| Steering Angle (Left/Right) |
35º / 35º |
| Type |
Double-cradle, steel |
Suspension
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| Rear: Type |
Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks |
| Rear: Rebound Damping |
4-way |
| Front: Type |
43 mm telescopic fork |
Brakes
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| Front: Caliper |
Dual twin-piston |
| Rear: Type |
Single 300 mm disc |
| Front: Type |
Dual 300 mm discs |
| Rear: Caliper |
Twin-piston |
Dimensions
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| Overall Width |
1,025 mm |
| Overall Height |
1,465 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1,665 mm |
| Overall Length |
2,500 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
130 mm |
| Seat Height |
720 mm |
| Curb Mass** |
362 kg |
| Fuel Capacity |
20 litres |
** Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)
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| Maximum Torque‡ |
147 N·m {15.0 kgƒ·m} / 2,250 rpm |
| Maximum Power‡ |
59 kW {79 PS} / 4,500 rpm |
‡ Power / Torque figures measured at the crankshaft.
Details
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| Warranty |
24 months |
| Good Times Protection Plan |
24 or 36 months (Kawasaki GTPP coverage begins after the standard limited warranty expires) |
MSRP*
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| Metallic Dark Green / Pearl Burnish BeigeVN1700G9F |
$17,249 |
| Metallic Nocturne Blue / Pearl Burnish BeigeVN1700G9F |
$17,249 |
* 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.