Kawasaki VULCAN 1700 User Manual

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From the Adirondacks to Atlanta, and from Muskegon to Malibu, all roads lead to Good Times™ aboard the all-new Kawasaki Vulcan® 1700 V-Twins. Led by the

majestic Vulcan 1700 Voyager® and Voyager ABS models, complimented by the iconic Vulcan 1700 Nomad™, and anchored by the Vulcan 1700 Classic LT and essential Vulcan 1700 Classic, these sophisticated machines join dramatic styling with contemporary engineering.

So load up,pick a state and twist the throttle—we think you’ll agree.

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	.01 ElECTRoNiC	ThRoTTlE
			to increase
	VAlVE (ETV) Developed
	throttle control, the fully electronic
	throttle actuation system enables the
	ECU to control both the fuel and air
	supply delivered to the engine.

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the new Vulcan

drive belts,

40 percent

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-Fiber belt is also

more

Carbon

in a slimmer,

. Resulting

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stronger

design

with greater

durability

attractive

.03 Six-SpEED The new long stroke 1700cc V-Twin is a masterwork of engineering, featuring four valves per cylinder for efficient breathing, digital fuel injection and liquid-cooling for dependable performance, and a 6-speed overdrive transmission for open-road touring.

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*Models shown subject to change.

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Morning greets the coast,afternoon the mountains and tomorrow,well who knows?

It’s all yours on the new Vulcan® 1700 Voyager®, Kawasaki’s first full-dress V-Twin touring machine. Its premium features make touring the most rewarding activity imaginable, beginning with a tremendously powerful long-stroke 1,700cc V-Twin engine boasting a fully electronic throttle actuation system and cruise control for effortless operation. Add a large frame-mounted fairing and windshield, separate lower vented shields, generous storage, an iPod and MP3 compatible audio system using accessory harness, and available K-ACT anti-lock brakes, and the world really is yours.

.01 REAR ShoCkS The Voyager’s dual air-assisted rear shocks provide control under a wide range of riding conditions, and can be quickly and easily adjusted to match changes in passenger or cargo weight.

.02 pASSENgER SEATiNg Vulcan 1700 Voyager passengers ride in the lap of luxury with an ergonomically designed individual premium seat and backrest. The wraparound backrest design adds support to make the passenger’s experience as fine as the rider’s.

.03 iNSTRUMENT pANEl Combining classic ’60s styling and ultramodern electronics, the Voyager’s multifunction instrument array gives you all the information you need—and looks great doing it. Fuel range and average mpg highlight the electronic features.

*Model shown subject to change.

.04 opTioNAl ABS BRAkiNg SYSTEM

K-ACT, Kawasaki’s unified braking system, applies front and rear brakes when you engage either

the front lever or rear pedal. Available only on the 1700 Voyager ABS model.

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Model

1700 VoYAgER / VoYAgER ABS

shown with available accessories.

:

CANDY PLASMA BLUE / METALLIC DIABLO BLACK

:

METALLIC TITANIUM / METALLIC DIABLO BLACK