Kawasaki VULCAN 1700 CLASSIC ABS User Manual
Vulcan 1700 Classic ABS 2010
Specications:
VN1700FAF
Engine Type
Displacement
Bore & Stroke
Compression Ratio
Fuel System
Ignition
Transmission
Rake/Trail
Front Wheel Travel
Rear Wheel Travel
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Wheelbase
Front Brake
Rear Brake
Fuel Tank Capacity
Ground Clearance
Seat Height
Curb Mass
Colours
(Specications subject to change without notice.)
4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC 4-Valve Cylinder Heads, 50° V-Twin
1,700 cm³
102.0 x 104.5 mm
9.5:1
Fuel Injection, 42 mm x 2 with ETV
TCBI with Digital Advance
6-Speed, with Positive Neutral Finder and Belt Final Drive
30.0°/ 169 mm
140 mm
80 mm
130/90-16
170/70-16
43 mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork
Twin Air-Assist Shocks with 4-way Rebound Damping
1,665 mm
Dual 300 mm discs, Opposed-4 Pistons Callipers with K-ACT II ABS
Single 300 mm disc,
20.0 litres
140 mm
720 mm
349 kg (includes full fuel tank and all uids at correct levels)
Ebony
Key Features:
1,700 cm³, 50° V-Twin, Liquid-Cooled
Dual Slash Cut Mufer
Twin-Piston Calliper with K-ACT II ABS
300 mm Dual Front Discs with K-ACT ABS
2010 VULCAN 1700 CLASSIC ABS
The Vulcan 1700 Classic ABS represents the latest evolution of
Kawasaki’s big-bore V-Twin cruisers. The muscular engine utilizes
an overhead cam to help boost acceleration, while the long-stroke
design helps deliver more torque and horsepower. The Vulcan 1700
Classic is also tted with Kawasaki’s rst fully electronic throttle valve
(ETV) system that provides better performance, throttle response and
increased fuel mileage. A six-speed transmission with overdrive and
carbon ber drive belt deliver the power to the rear wheel, while a
compact chassis and tuned suspension provide light handling. It’s all
nished off with bodywork and engine covers that further distinguish
the Vulcan 1700 Classic as Kawasaki’s latest big-bore cruiser.
50° V-Twin Engine
* Long stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC muscular engine designed to
deliver high levels of torque and raw power.
* Liquid-cooled A/C generator reduces the temperature of generator
stator coils and thus increases output to handle additional
accessories.
* Semi-dry sump design reduces overall engine height and keeps
excess oil away from the crank to prevent power-robbing stirring loss.
Oil is stored in the transmission, which eliminates the need for an
oil tank. Triple oil pumps (2 scavenge and 1 feed pump) help reduce
stirring loss and provide superb oil circulation.
* Water jackets surround only the top quarter of the cylinders and
the polished-edge ns match the cylinder heads while attractively
tapering to the cylinder bases.
* High-performance forged pistons are lightweight, stronger and
more heat resistant than cast versions. Oil jets help cool the pistons
for added durability.
* Dual primary engine balancers and rubber engine mounts help isolate high-frequency vibration while providing the rider with the core
power-pulse feeling of the muscular engine.
* Single-pin crankshaft for that classic V-twin rumble and
characteristic pulse.
* A cam damper mounted to the end of the crankshaft protects the
drive train by damping large torque uctuations yet helps emphasise
the pleasant torque pulse.
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV)
The throttle pulley operates an acceleration position sensor (APS)
that uses the ECU to send a signal to a small motor that actually
operates the throttle valves. This makes throttle pull very light for
reduced rider fatigue and the more precise throttle control results in
better performance, smoother running and increased fuel mileage.
* Using a cable-operated APS eliminates expensive switch housing
electronics that can be damaged and costly to replace should the
motorcycle get tipped on its right side.
TCBI with Digital Advance
* Microprocessor controlled timing provides precise engine
management.
Dual Slash-Cut Mufers
* Big slash-cut mufers look great and contain honeycomb catalysers
to reduce emissions.
6-Speed Transmission
* Overdrive 5th-6th gear reduces rpm at higher speeds and helps
increase fuel mileage.
* Gear position sensor communicates with the ECU to help reduce
fuel consumption and adjust timing to provide better power feeling,
and an indicator on the speedometer allows the rider to monitor
current gear position at a glance.
Belt Drive
* Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and
suspension action.
4-Valve Cylinder Head
Overhead cam with hydraulic valve lash adjusters for performance
and ease of maintenance.
Digital Fuel Injection
* Dual 42mm throttle bodies with Atomising Fuel Injectors produce a
ne fuel mist for better combustion and fuel consumption.
* Carbon ber belt provides much more strength than Kevlar while
allowing the belt to be narrower.
* More efcient so more power reaches the rear wheel.
* Low maintenance and low noise.
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