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Buyer's Guide > Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
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The Vaquero plays off its cowboy-themed name by adopting American bagger styling, combining a stylish frame-mounted fairing with a streamlined rear end. Buyers get ABS, cruise control and an iPod-compatible sound system to make touring more comfortable.
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Brand
Kawasaki
Model
Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
Categories
Cruiser - Tour
New/Returning
Returning for 2016
Msrp
$ 18,999
Enginesize
1,700 cc
Engine Type
52 degree V-twin, SOHC with 4 valves/cyl, liquid/air-cooled, 4-stroke
Transmission
6-speed, belt
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Fueling
Fuel Injection
Max Power
82 HP (61 kW) @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque
107.7 ft-lbs (146 Nm) @ 2750 rpm
Seat Height, std
730 mm (28.7 in.)
Seat Height, options
Wheelbase
1665 mm (65.6 in.)
Fuel Capacity
20 L (5.28 USG)
Dry Weight
Curb Weight
382 kg (842 lbs.)
Brakes, front
Twin 300 mm discs with 4-piston calipers
Brakes, rear
Single 300 mm disc with 2-piston caliper
Antilock Brakes (ABS)
ABS Standard
Suspension, front
45 mm Standard forks, non-adjustable with 140 mm of travel
Suspension, rear
Dual shocks, non-adjustable with 80 mm of travel
Tires, front
130/90-B16
Tires, rear
170/70-B16
Paint/Colours
Pearl Crystal White
Warranty
36 months, unlimited mileage

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