VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi

2004 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2004 Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Tourer Fi features a 1470 cc (89.7 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW) while maximum torque reaches 113 Nm (83.3 lb-ft), 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 337 kg (743 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.18 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.