At the heart of the 2000 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi custom - cruiser motorcycle, Kawasaki utilizes a 1470 cc (89.7 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 64 HP (46.7 kW) at 4,700 rpm while maximum torque reaches 113 Nm (83.3 lb-ft) at 2,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 43.5 HP per liter and a 1,900 rpm working window between peak torque (2,800 rpm) and peak power (4,700 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the VN 1500 Classic Fi measures 313 kg (690 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.2 HP/kg (4.89 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 720 mm (28.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,665 mm (65.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2000 to 2002, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
43.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.2 HP/kg (4.89 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
2,800–4,700 rpm
Standover Height
720 mm (28.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1470.0 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power64.0 HP (46.7 kW)) @ 4700 RPM
Torque113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 90.0 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel double cradle
Rake32.0°
Trail177 mm (7.0 inches)
Front Suspension41mm cartridge fork
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual air assisted shock absorbers with 4-way rebound damping adjustment
Rear Travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase1665 mm (65.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-R16
Rear Tyre150/80-R16
Front BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight292.0 kg (643.7 pounds)
Weight incl.313.0 kg (690.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2192 HP/kg
Seat Height720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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