VN 1500 Classic Fi

2002 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2002 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi utilizes a 1471 cc (89.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 44.2 HP per liter, 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 299 kg (659 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.6 kg per horsepower).

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.