2010 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1700 Classic for Sale

43 mm Telescopic Fork

• Provides superb steering feedback
• 5.5 in. of travel for excellent ride quality

6-speed Transmission / Final Drive

• 5th and 6th gear are overdrive gears, contributing to stress-free riding and better fuel economy when cruising at highway speeds
• Belt drive system is quiet, efficient and offers reduced maintenance compared to a chain
• 28 mm carbon fiber final drive belt offers a 40% increase in tensile strength compared to current Kevlar belts. This allows the Vulcan 1700 to use a slim belt, only 2 mm wider than the Kevlar belt on the Vulcan 900

9-spoke Cast Wheels

• 130/90 front and 170/70 rear radial tires
• Tire choice and suspension settings selected to augment the chassis’ light handling characteristics
• Allow the use of tubeless tires and complement the Vulcan 1700’s muscular styling

Bodywork

• 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
• 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

Brakes

• Dual 300 mm front and a single 300 mm rear disc are squeezed by 2-piston calipers. This braking system is tuned to provide sure, powerful stops

Classic V-twin Appeal

• All the non-chromed parts of the engine have a matte Black finish that further accentuates the gleaming chrome
• Deeply chromed engine covers have curved upper surfaces. Their 3-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
• The line created by the top of the airbox and the cylinder heads forms a curved shape that continues to flow through the bike

Dual Adjustable Rear Air Shocks

• 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

Fuel Injection

• The throttle grip is still connected to cables, so the feel at the grip is the same
• The Vulcan 1700 takes advantage of FI and exhaust tuning optimized for maximum performance in the low-mid-rpm range, giving it plenty of grunt on the boulevard
• Utilizes 1 sensor in place of the usual 3, for simplicity and lightweight
• Optimized fuel injector timing and throttle valve position results in accurate, powerful engine response
• APS and TPS send 2 sets of signals to the ECU for system redundancy in the unlikely event of a sensor failure
• 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
• Based on the systems used by the Ninja 650R and Vulcan 900 motorcycles Electronic Throttle Valve System
• 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
• Accurate throttle position is relayed to the ECU by a Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
• 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

Instrumentation

• 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
• The sculpted shape of the seat complements the rich visual tone of the bodywork
• Liberal use of chrome on the engine, fender brackets, light stays, and rear shock covers contrast nicely with the bodywork’s deep, lustrous paint
• Turning the ignition switch collar to the “OFF” position turns the engine off and necessitates re-insertion of the key to restart
• Ignition switch allows on-position key removal; preventing key bunches from scratching the instrument cluster or tank while the bike is in operation

Light Handling Chassis

• Light and as 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 compact design contributes to light handling and facilitates maneuverability at low speeds, especially when executing precise slow-speed maneuvers like parking or making U-turns
• Compact frame features a shorter wheelbase, and short distance between the seat and steering head, for an ideal ergonomic layout and easy maneuverability

New for 2010

• New, 2-tone color combination
• Improved radiator ducting helps keep heat away from the rider’s right leg
• A 5 mm shorter coolant pipe makes it possible to remove the pipe without removing the alternator cover, simplifying oil-screen maintenance
• Improved exhaust pipe heat shielding reduces radiant heat felt by the rider

On Board Diagnostics

• Displays codes on the instrumentation, which can be read by owner from the accessory manual
• Diagnostic system allows self testing of the electronic systems on the Vulcan 1700

Powerful 1,700 cc, V-twin Engine

• Small diameter iridium spark plugs reach deep into the combustion chamber for high combustion efficiency, especially during low-load operation
• Even in overdrive, the engine pulls strongly, facilitating overtaking at highway speeds
• Long stroke 102 x 104 mm bore and stroke helps deliver massive torque, distinctive V-twin feel
• Liquid-cooled, 4-valves per cylinder, fuel-injected, 1,700 cc, 52° V-twin engine
• Engine tuning offers superior acceleration in the 50 - 70 mph range
• Dual staggered mufflers offer a rich sound and stylish appearance
• Semi-dry sump allows low crankshaft placement and long stroke without increasing engine height
• Large capacity airbox is located on both sides of the engine
• Single-pin crank accentuates the engine’s V-twin character by providing strong power-pulses
• Valve system uses a single overhead cam arrangement instead of pushrods, for quick revability and enhanced mid-high rpm power