Engineered by Kawasaki for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2024 Kawasaki 1700 Vaquero ABS utilizes a 1700 cc (103.7 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 145.9 Nm (107.6 lb-ft) at 2,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the 1700 Vaquero ABS measures 383.1 kg (845 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 729 mm (28.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,666 mm (65.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20.06-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
729 mm (28.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1700.0 ccm (103.73 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine Details52-degree V-twin
Torque145.9 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.6 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches)
IgnitionTCBI w/ Electronic Advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Clutch6-speed with overdrive and positive neutral finder
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Rake30.0°
Trail178 mm (7.0 inches)
Front Suspension45mm Showa telescopic fork
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping
Rear Travel79 mm (3.1 inches)
Wheelbase1666 mm (65.6 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre170/70-16
Front BrakesDouble disc. four-piston calipers, K-ACT ABS
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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