• Air cooled for light weight, simplicity and affordability

• Specially tuned for low-end and mid-range torque

• Single overhead cam keeps the engine design compact for light weight and easier maintenance

• Single gear-driven, counter-rotating engine balancer in the crankcase minimizes engine vibration for a smoother ride

• Automatic cam chain tensioner for spot-on cam timing without maintenance and helps assure great reliability

• Electric Starting offers the ultimate in easy and convenient starting

• Fewer moving parts for long, trouble-free life

• Requires no periodic adjustments

• Constant velocity Mikuni carburetor provides direct throttle response and great fuel economy

• Designed to boost low and mid-range power

• A gear for every situation, from short city streets to the open road

• Five speeds allow the rider to use the engine’s power to full advantage

• Made of round section, high-tensile steel

• Single-piston, pin-slide caliper produces quick, sure stops

• 250mm disc is drilled for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight

• 33mm fork tubes are rigid for more precise handling on this lightweight motorcycle

• 34-degree rake for relaxed handling

• Narrow 90/90-17 front tire has classic cruiser style

• 130/90-15 rear tire complements the narrow front end styling

• Provides needed information with a quick glance

• Compact design complements the bike’s clean look

• Laid-back riding comfort for two

• Strong performance in an economical package

• DOHC engine features four valves for efficient breathing

• Narrow valve angle for a compact combustion chamber and small cylinder head

• Specially-designed cooling fins and passageways route air for more efficient cooling

• Crankcase sight window for quick and easy oil level checks

• Helps to counter-act primary vibration pulses

• Reduced vibration enhances rider comfort and lowers fatigue

• Looks good and resists corrosion

• U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrestor/muffler only emits 80 decibels

• Provides excellent fuel economy and quick throttle response

• Choke lever within easy reach on upper triple clamp

• Provides quick, easy starting

• Uses a sealed, maintenance-free battery

• Ignition switch and fork lock combination

• Aluminum upper and lower triple clamps reduce weight and provide optimum rigidity

• 36mm fork tubes provide a good balance between light weight and responsive steering

• 51 degrees of steering lock radius for easy maneuverability at low speeds

• Progressively increases the damping and spring rates as the suspension is compressed

• Swingarm is extruded box-section aluminum for rigidity and light weight

• Front and rear disc brakes provide sure stopping power with minimal effort

• Durable aluminum rims reduce unsprung weight for better suspension action

• Attractive gold finish

• Contains speedometer, dual trip meters, clock and odometer

• Easy-to-use snail-type chain adjusters

• Durable O-ring chain

• Easy-to-service guillotine-style air filter

• Polished aluminum frame guards

• Chrome handlebars with brushed alloy clamps for an attractive appearance

• Engine case guard helps protect the engine from rocks and other collisions

• Compact parallel-twin design based on the NINJA® 500R sportbike engine

• Special cam profiles and ample flywheel weight boost low-end torque

• Keeps operating temperatures consistent, resulting in longer engine life

• Allows tighter engine clearances for quieter running and more power

• Radiator hides between the frame downtubes

• Better flow for more power at high rpm

• Compact combustion chamber for less detonation with today’s gasoline

• Augments low-end torque

• Maintains precise timing without maintenance

• Cam chain runs quietly, reliably

• Reduces engine vibration for a super-smooth ride

• Allows engine’s full potential to be utilized

• When stopped, just lift the shift pedal from first gear to easily find neutral

• Quick throttle response

• Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds

• Tuned pipes enhance low-speed pulling power

• Single piston pin-slide caliper produces quick, sure stops

• Tank-mounted Speedometer with signal indicators and caution lamps

• Gives needed information at a glance

• Compact design complements the bike’s clean look

• Laid-back riding comfort for two

• Narrow 100/90-19 front tire and beefy 140/90-15 rear tire fits the LTD’s traditional cruiser styling

• 2-into-1 system contributes to the Ninja 250R’s low and mid-range torque and smooth, step-free power curve

• Slightly upswept silencer extensively tested to determine chamber size, connecting pipe length and diameter to achieve least noise and most power

• Meets strict emissions with dual catalyzers; one in the collector pipe and the other in the silencer

• Using two catalyzers minimizes the power loss

• Positioning the first catalyzer as close to the exhaust ports maximizes its efficiency as well

• Intake and exhaust ports contribute to good off-idle response and smooth power delivery Valve timing and lift designed for strong low

• and mid-range torque

• Direct valve actuation helps ensure reliable high-rpm operability

• Thin heads and stems on valves for reduced reciprocating weight

• Compact parallel-twin design offers good mass centralization for superior handling

• Tuned to deliver smooth, step-free power with an emphasis on low and mid-range power for rider-friendly response

• Pistons feature reinforced heads and strengthening in the pin boss area for increased durability

• Thick piston (longitudinally) rings help prevent oil consumption

• Combustion chamber design optimized to maximize combustion efficiency and reduce emissions

• Ample highrpm performance will please riders using the full range of the engine

• Fine-tuned twin Keihin CVK30 carburetors offer good power feel and low fuel consumption

• Prevents loose cam chain and reduces power-robbing friction loss

• Eliminating mechanical noise allows the use of a freer flowing exhaust for a better performance

• Complex construction with reinforcing ribs helps eliminate airbox reverberation and reduce intake noise

• Air filter accessible from the side, for easy replacement

• Latest generation Denso radiator offers superior cooling with minimal space and weight

• Ring-fan uses a quiet-running motor that also saves space

• Fins on the lower side of the crankcase further helps cool the engine

• Involute splines reduce friction and backlash between gears and shafts for easier gear meshing and smooth shifting under power

• Spring-type clutch damper reduces jerkiness at very low speeds and minimizes shocks when rolling on and off the throttle for a smoother clutch feel

• Paper-base friction plates help increase clutch durability

• Sturdy and durable diamond-style frame of thick-walled steel tubing offers confidence-inspiring stability at both high and low speeds

• Beefy swingarm bracket contributes to the frame’s rigidity and helps achieve an ideal chassis stiffness balance

• Square-tube swingarm with a 60 x 30mm cross-section further adds to rigidity

• 37mm telescopic front fork with firm settings contribute to the Ninja 250R’s smooth, stable handling and enhanced ride control

• UNI-TRAK® rear suspension compliments the rigid frame and provides great road holding ability

• Rear shock features 5-way adjustable preload, enabling ride height to be maintained whether riding solo or with a passenger

• Features 17” wheels like its larger supersport brothers

• Low-profile sportbike tires on wide rims contribute to its easy, neutral handling at low speeds

• Large-diameter, 290mm front petal disc and a balanced action two-piston caliper offers excellent braking performance and a natural, direct feeling at the lever

• Two-piston caliper grips the rear 220mm petal disc

• Natural riding position with slightly forward-slanting seat and wide, raised handlebars

• Styling, fit and finish of striking full-fairing bodywork match its Ninja supersport siblings

• Aggressive dual-lamp headlight design, slim tail cowl and separate seats further enhance the supersport look

• Front cowling and windscreen offer the rider a substantial amount of wind protection

• Two helmet holders conveniently located under the rear seat

• Under-seat storage can hold a U-lock or similar device

• Two hooks under the tail and the rear passenger pegs provide anchor points for securing items to the rear of the bike

• Instrument panel features an easy-to-read, large-face analog speedometer along with an analog tachometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge and warning lights

• Smooth and reliable engine tuned to deliver healthy dose of torque at low rpm

• Gear-driven balancer allows use of single pin crankshaft without excessive vibration

• Rubbermounted to reduce engine vibration at all speeds

• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow, creating more power and low-end torque

• Single overhead cam design is simple, lightweight and practical

• Long intake tracts narrow near the combustion chamber to increase intake flow speed for more efficient filling, increased torque and better low-end response

• Finned cylinders and head and liquid cooling combination make for exceptional thermal control

• Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power

• Automatic fan helps keep things cool

• Includes temperature warning light

• Maintains precise valve timing with maintenance

• Assures greater reliability

• Hidden from view to preserve the engine’s clean, basic look

• Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain emission reducing honeycomb catalyzers

• Find neutral a shift pedal lift away from first gear, every time

• Superb performance and rideability thanks to dual throttle bodies with sub throttles

• The ECU controlled sub throttles are located behind the main throttle valve, allowing the DFI system to provide more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor

• Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for optimal acceleration, combustion and fuel consumption

• Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and suspension action

• Efficiently transfers the power to the rear wheel

• Low maintenance and low noise

• Very rigid, large-diameter box section backbone allows a larger fuel tank, high stability and lightweight handling at low speeds

• Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort handling at ultra-low speeds

• Long wheelbase contributes to highway stability

• Triangular swingarm has a hardtail appearance, but utilizes a single shock hidden beneath the seat

• Long and low chassis for minimal seat height, maximum visual impact

• Offers excellent rigidity and 5.9 inches of travel

• 33 degrees rake and 7.2 in. of trail for excellent straight line stability

• A 300mm front and 270mm rear disc have twin-piston calipers for some of the best stopping power in the class

• The wheel’s 18 “spokes” are arranged in pairs

• Tapered and flanged in two directions, every line and surface of each 3-D spoke is exquisitely curved

• 180mm rear tire provides added stability while projecting a powerful image

• Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers

• Custom cast 15” rear wheel contrasts the “light,” tall front wheel

• Tank-Mounted Speedometer with Turn Signal Indicators and Caution Lamps

• Provides riders the crucial information at-a-glance

• Compact design matches the bike’s clean look

• Fuel tank features a twin valley design, with a dynamic tension and presence all its own

• Designed to be pleasing to both the eye and to the touch, the tank is composed exclusively of curves with constantly varying radii, the twin valley design theme continues to the rear fender and its hand-sculpted contours

• Bottom of the rear fender features a relatively straight cut, to balance the lines of the motorcycle

• Chromed headlamp, headlamp mount, lower triple clamp and turn signals as well as footpegs, shift lever and rear brake lever

• Clean headlight design is small and isolated without a central fork cover or headlamp bar

• Small, minimalist fender and lack of front fork covers also contribute to the slender appearance of the front end

• Sporty, straight-style handlebar adds to the bike’s custom styling. Instead of handlebar clamps, twin tubes elegantly curve back from the upper triple clamp. Both the handlebar and twin tubes are completely chromed

• Forward-mounted footpegs instead of floorboards add to the custom image and improve rider control

• One-piece “gunfighter” style seat is designed for comfortable rider and passenger accommodation and a custom-style look

• Matte black frame emphasizes the chrome finishing

• Standard toe-operated shift lever instead of a heel-toe shifter

• Black-out treatment on pipes, air cleaner and engine cases

• Aggressive Orange Valve Covers

• Special Edition Ebony color of flat black paint with tribal orange and white pinstripes

• Compact parallel-twin design

• Superior engineering produces sport bike power with broad usable torque

• Good mass centralization for superior handling

• Liquid cooling provides consistent engine temperatures and allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower and long engine life

• Auxiliary cooling fan maintains optimum temperature for best performance, fuel economy and reliability

• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow

• Better flow for more power at high rpm and strong low-end torque

• Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today’s gasolines

• Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds

• Quick throttle response

• Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment

• Ultra-responsive to engine needs

• Translates into a gear for all speeds, excellent acceleration and relaxed highway cruising

• Has a Kawasaki exclusive, the Positive Neutral Finder, which means riders can find neutral easily, every time at a stop with just a lift of the shift pedal from first gear

• Offers rider wind protection for more comfort

• Incorporates large, easy-to-read instruments with two resettable trip meters

• Stylish lower fairing completes the Ninja® image

• High-tensile steel perimeter frame

• Lightweight, with superior rigidity for more precise handling and better control

• Large-diameter fork tubes with thin walls for light weight and exceptional rigidity

• Progressive rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride

• Lightweight aluminum components provide quick suspension response

• Lower center of gravity for better handling

• Wide, modern 17-inch rims fit low-profile, high-performance tires

• Disc is drilled for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight

• Dual-piston caliper for increased braking effectiveness

• Powerful and controllable

• Single-piston caliper

• Sidestand permits easy parking, while centerstand makes for easy cleaning or servicing

• Affordable suggested retail price

• Most compact engine in its category, helps reduce the dimensions of the entire motorcycle

• Triangular crank and transmission shaft layout makes it short from front to back

• Semi-dry sump oil system reduces overall engine height

• The narrow pitch of the chrome composite plated aluminum cylinders helps reduce engine width

• Tuned to deliver smooth, responsive power in the low-to mid-rpm range for exceptional roll-on response – ideal in negotiating city traffic

• 180-degree crankshaft plus balancer shaft smoothes engine pulses

• Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling

• Muffler with 3-way catalyzer and bullettip opening is mounted below the engine to help lower the center of gravity and aid weight centralization

• Keeps engine temperatures consistent for long engine life and sustained power during hard use

• Allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower

• Coolant is routed through the engine cases reducing the number of external hoses

• Utilizes 38mm Keihin throttle bodies with ECU controlled sub throttle valves for optimum performance and rideability

• Sub throttles, located behind the main throttle valves, give the DFI system a more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor

• Automatic fast idle system makes starting and warm-up easy

• Precise fuel injection and exhaust catalyzer significantly reduce emissions

• Microprocessor controlled timing never requires adjustment and is ultra responsive to engine needs

• Spark plug mounted “stick” ignition coils are compact and help reduce weight

• Cassette style transmission with the shafts and shift drum in a compact layout that is easily removed as a single unit from the case for easier maintenance

• Trellis frame is small and light and Narrow at the knees and feet for increased rider comfort and control

• Designed using 3-dimensional computer analysis to achieve the optimum stiffness balance for better handling

• Aluminum gull-wing swingarm and offset, laydown single rear shock complement the frame design via an integrated line flowing from the steering head to the rear hub

• Short, compact frame and engine design allows the swingarm to be longer, which helps improve overall handling

• Showa shock has adjustable preload and rebound damping and uses a free piston and two-stage damping valves for smooth action during initial compression that becomes much firmer near the end of the stroke for a more planted feel

• 41mm Inverted fork with stiff springs combines the best of dual sport and sportbike-type suspensions, to deliver excellent performance over a wide range of conditions

• Tapered, relatively short outer tubes help provide the ideal stiffness balance to compliment chassis settings

• Fork height, preload and rebound damping can all be adjusted to fine-tune the suspension to specific conditions or riding styles

• Braking duties handled by dual 300mm front petal discs with two-piston calipers and a single 220mm rear petal disc with a single-piston caliper

• Same rotor design as found on the Ninja supersport machines, petal design rotors offer improved cooling and warp resistance

• Also found on the Ninja ZX™-6R and ZX-10R; the six-spoke design requires much less material between spokes so that the rim thickness is thinner and overall wheel weight is reduced

• Each part of the two-piece seat was designed with a different thickness and firmness of foam to optimize comfort for both rider and passenger

• Passenger seat and grab bars were designed to provide a natural seating position for added comfort

• Easy-to-read instrument panel has a large analog tachometer and digital readout for the speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters and clock. White LED backlighting provides increased visibility at night

• Three different settings, each 20mm apart, allows riders to set the windscreen height to suit their preferences

• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow more power and low-end torque

• Single overhead cam design is simple, lightweight and practical

• Extremely efficient intake tracts feature ports that narrow near the combustion chamber to increase intake flow speed for more efficient filling and increased torque

• Long intake tracts for great low-end response

• Exceptional thermal control with finned cylinders and head and liquid cooling combination

• Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power

• Automatic fan keeps things cool even in traffic

• Includes temperature warning light

• Maintains precise valve timing with maintenance

• Assures greater reliability

• Hidden from view to preserve the engine’s clean, basic look

• Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain honeycomb catalyzers to reduce emissions

• Just lift the shift pedal from first gear at a stop to find neutral easy, every time

• Dual throttle bodies with sub throttles provide optimum performance and rideability

• The sub throttles, located behind the main throttle valve, are controlled by the ECU so that the DFI system retains more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor

• Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for better acceleration, combustion and fuel consumption

• Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and suspension action

• More efficient so more power reaches the rear wheel

• Low maintenance and low noise

• Very rigid large-diameter box section backbone allows a larger fuel tank, and helps contribute to high stability and lightweight handling at low speeds

• Triangular swingarm looks like a hardtail design, but acts on a single shock hidden beneath the seat

• Long and low for minimal seat height, maximum visual impact

• Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort handling at ultra-low speeds

• Long wheelbase contributes to highway stability

• Ultra-low 26.8-inch seat height allows riders to easily plant both feet on the ground at stops

• Laid-back riding comfort for two

• Tank-ounted speedometer with turn signal indicators and caution lamps

• Gives you the information you need at-a-glance

• Compact design complements the bike’s clean look

• Excellent rigidity and 5.9 inches of travel

• 32 degrees rake angle for excellent straight line ability

• Wide fork pitch for classic look

• A 272mm front and 242mm rear disc have twin-piston calipers for some of the best stopping power in the class

• Chromed steel rims and spokes

• “Spool-style” polished aluminum front hub

• 180mm rear tire provides added stability while projecting a powerful image

• Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers903cc V-twin SOHC Engine

• Tuned to deliver healthy dose of torque at low rpm

• Smooth and reliable

• Geardriven balancer allows use of single pin crankshaft without excessive vibration -

• Smooth and reliable engine tuned to deliver healthy dose of torque at low rpm

• Gear-driven balancer allows use of single pin crankshaft without excessive vibration

• Rubbermounted to reduce engine vibration at all speeds

• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow, creating more power and low-end torque

• Single overhead cam design is simple, lightweight and practical

• Long intake tracts narrow near the combustion chamber to increase intake flow speed for more efficient filling, increased torque and better low-end response

• Finned cylinders and head and liquid cooling combination make for exceptional thermal control

• Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power

• Automatic fan helps keep things cool

• Includes temperature warning light

• Maintains precise valve timing with maintenance

• Assures greater reliability

• Hidden from view to preserve the engine’s clean, basic look

• Big slash-cut mufflers look great and contain emission reducing honeycomb catalyzers

• Find neutral a shift pedal lift away from first gear, every time

• Superb performance and rideability thanks to dual throttle bodies with sub throttles

• The ECU controlled sub throttles are located behind the main throttle valve, allowing the DFI system to provide more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor

• Fine-atomizing fuel injectors produce a fine fuel mist for optimal acceleration, combustion and fuel consumption

• Lower unsprung weight than shaft drive to improve ride quality and suspension action

• Efficiently transfers the power to the rear wheel

• Low maintenance and low noise

• Very rigid, large-diameter box section backbone allows a larger fuel tank, high stability and lightweight handling at low speeds

• Fork offset and frame geometry combine for light, low-effort handling at ultra-low speeds

• Long wheelbase contributes to highway stability

• Triangular swingarm has a hardtail appearance, but utilizes a single shock hidden beneath the seat

• Long and low chassis for minimal seat height, maximum visual impact

• Excellent rigidity and 5.9 inches of travel

• 32 degrees rake angle offers excellent straight line manners

• Classic look with its wide fork pitch

• Both the 272mm front and 242mm rear rotors feature twin-piston calipers for great power and feel

• Chromed steel rims and spokes

• “Spool-style” polished aluminum front hub

• 180mm rear tire provides added stability while projecting a powerful image

• Wider tire than that found on most large-displacement cruisers

• Tank-mounted speedometer with turn signal indicators and caution lamps

• Provides riders the crucial information at-a-glance

• Compact design matches the bike’s clean look

• No fumbling, just a simple push on the switch cancels the turn signals

• Robust, optically correct, acrylic plastic windscreen is shaped for smooth airflow

• Strong chrome plated steel supports enhance its cruiser style

• Adjustable height

• Carefully selected top grain cowhide with minimal flaws and deep dyed for a long-lived finish

• Slant top opening lid, with two 1.5-inch wide leather straps, chrome buckles and quick release fasteners

• Dual panel lid construction with embossed Vulcan logo detail

• Half-inch diameter chrome plated brass stud accents

• Metal reinforced upper edge so bags hold their shape

• Rolled and riveted lid minimizes water entry

• Ultra-low 26.8-inch seat height allows riders to easily plant both feet on the ground at stops

• Laid-back riding comfort for two

• Detailed with half-inch diameter chrome plated brass studs

• Classic tombstone shape

• Strong chrome plated steel supports

• Pad detailed with chrome plated brass studs

• Liquid cooled, 4-valve per cylinder, fuel-injected 1700cc 50° V-twin engine

• Long-stroke 102 x 104mm bore and stroke helps deliver high levels of torque

• approximately 15 percent greater than that of the Vulcan 1600, with a distinct V-twin feel

• Valve system is based on the Vulcan 2000, but uses a single overhead cam arrangement instead of pushrods, for quicker revving and enhanced mid-high rpm power

• Semi-dry sump allows a lower crankshaft placement and a longer piston stroke without increasing engine height

• Single-pin crank accentuates the engine’s V-twin character by providing stronger 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 in this speed range, facilitating overtaking at highway speeds

• Based on the systems used by the Ninja 650R and Vulcan 900

• Utilizes one sensor in place of the usual three, for reduced complexity and weight

• The Vulcan 1700 takes advantage of FI and exhaust tuning that is optimized for maximum performance in the low-mid-rpm range, giving it plenty of grunt on the boulevard

• Kawasaki’s first fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of intake air (via throttle valve angle) and fuel (via fuel injector timing) delivered to the engine

• Optimized fuel injector timing and throttle valve position results in accurate, powerful engine response

• Control of both fuel injection and airflow provides easy starting and precise cold-engine idle speed control

• From the rider’s perspective, the ETV works like a standard cable-operated throttle

• the throttle grip is still connected to cables, so the feel at the grip is the same

• Twisting the throttle turns a pulley on the throttle body which triggers the Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) to send a signal to the ECU, which then modulates the throttle valves via a DC motor

• Accurate throttle position is relayed to the ECU by a Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)

• APS and TPS send two sets of signals to the ECU for system redundancy in the unlikely event of a sensor failure

• Diagnostic system allows self testing of the electronic systems on the Vulcan 1700

• Displays codes on the instrumentation, which can be read by owner; using accessory manual

• Six-speed transmission

• 6th gear is an overdrive gear, contributing to stress-free riding and better fuel economy when cruising at highway speeds

• 28mm carbon fiber final drive belt offers a 40 percent increase in tensile strength compared to current Kevlar belts. This allows the Vulcan 1700 to use a slim belt that’s only 2mm wider than the Kevlar belt on the Vulcan 900

• Belt drive system is quiet, efficient and offers reduced maintenance compared to a chain

• A more compact package than its predecessors, the new frame features a shorter wheelbase, and shorter distance between the seat and steering head, for improved rider ergonomics and easier maneuverability

• Designed to be as light and slim as possible, the frame minimizes the number of forged parts and trims any unnecessary metal. The only forged parts are areas that require additional strength

• the down-tube joint, engine brackets, side-stand bracket, and rear fender/shock absorber bracket

• The new frame is 4.4 pounds lighter than its predecessors, and has a 40% increase in rigidity

• The compact design contributes to light handling and facilitates handling at low speeds, especially when executing precise slow speed maneuvers like parking or making U-turns

• Provides superb steering feedback

• 5.5 inches of travel for excellent ride quality

• Air adjustable spring preload can be tuned to match varying rider and passenger loads

• 4-way rebound damping adjustments help the shocks compensate for changes in spring pressure

• Chromed shock covers contribute to the bike’s luxurious finish

• Allow the use of tubeless tires and complement the Vulcan 1700’s new muscular styling

• 130/90 front and 170/70 rear radial tires

• Tire choice and suspension settings selected to augment the chassis’ light handling characteristics

• Dual 300mm front and a single 300mm rear disc are squeezed by two piston calipers. This braking system is tuned to provide sure, powerful stops

• Basic architecture has a significant impact on a V-Twin engine’s appearance.

• The line created by the top of the airbox and the cylinder heads forms a curved shape that continues to flow through the bike

• Deeply chromed engine covers have curved upper surfaces. Their three-dimensional form adds volume and gives a high quality appearance

• The edges of the cooling fins receive a special NC treatment that makes them gleam in sunlight

• All the non-chromed parts of the engine have a matte black finish that further accentuates the gleaming chrome

• 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

• 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 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 compliments the rich visual tone of the bodywork

• The new Vulcan 1700s are the first Kawasaki cruisers to feature an elegant LED taillight