Technical Specification Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 cc Classic 2010:
| Engine | Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four valve per cylinder, 52° V-twin |
| Displacement | 1,700cc / 103.7ci |
| Bore x Stroke | 102 x 104mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Maximum Torque | 108 lb-ft @ 2250 |
| Cooling System | Liquid, plus cooling fins |
| Induction | Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Transmission | Six-speed with overdrive and positive neutral finder |
| Frame Type | Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone |
| Rake/Trail | 30° / 6.7 in. |
| Front Suspension / wheel travel | 43mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in. |
| Rear Suspension / wheel travel | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in. |
| Front Tire Size | 130/90×16 |
| Rear Tire Size | 170/70×16 |
| Brakes, front / rear | Dual 300 mm discs, dual twin-piston calipers / Single 300 mm disc, twin-piston caliper |
| Overall length | 98.4 in. |
| Overall width | 40.4 in. |
| Overall height | 45.5 in. |
| Seat height | 28.3 in. |
| Curb weight | 761 lbs.** |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 gal. |
| Wheelbase | 65.6 in. |
| Color Choices | 2-tone Metallic Diablo Black/Candy Surf Blue |
| Warranty | 12 months |
New Feature for 2010:
• Improved heat management helps deflect engine heat
• A shorter coolant pipe simplifies oil screen maintenance
• New two-tone color combination
• Liquid cooled, 4-valve per cylinder, fuel-injected 1700cc 52° V-twin engine
• Long-stroke 102 x 104mm bore and stroke helps deliver massive torque, distinctive V-twin feel
• Valve system uses a single overhead cam arrangement instead of pushrods, for quick revability and enhanced mid-high rpm power
• Semi-dry sump allows low crankshaft placement and long stroke without increasing engine height
• Single-pin crank accentuates the engine’s V-twin character by providing strong power-pulses
• Large capacity airbox is located on both sides of the engine
• Small-diameter iridium sparkplugs reach deep into the combustion chamber for high combustion efficiency, especially during low-load operation
• Dual staggered mufflers offer a rich sound and stylish appearance
• Engine tuning offers superior acceleration in the 50-70mph range
• Even in overdrive, the engine pulls strongly, facilitating overtaking at highway speeds
• Diagnostic system allows self testing of the electronic systems on the Vulcan 1700
• Displays codes on the instrumentation, which can be read by owner from the accessory manual
• Ignition switch allows on-position key removal; preventing key bunches from scratching the instrument cluster or tank while the bike is in operation
• Turning the ignition switch collar to the “OFF” position turns the engine off and necessitates re-insertion of the key to restart
• Multi-function LCD displays on the tank-mounted instrument cluster are controlled by switches on the right handlebar. Features include a gear position indicator, fuel gauge, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, remaining mileage range and average fuel consumption
• Liberal use of chrome on the engine, fender brackets, light stays, and rear shock covers contrast nicely with the bodywork’s deep, lustrous paint
• The sculpted shape of the seat complements the rich visual tone of the bodywork
• The fuel tank’s hand-sculpted contours employ a constantly varying radius, giving the bike a dynamic flowing style which is pleasing both to the eye and to the touch
• Its lines flowing through the rest of the bike, the elegantly shaped fuel tank contributes to the Vulcan 1700’s curvaceous figure
• LED taillight looks elegant and provides years of trouble-free service