VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi

2002 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2002 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi relies on a 1471 cc (89.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. 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 Tourer Fi measures 335 kg (739 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.15 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2000 to 2004, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.