2011 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2011 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$16,499.00
Dealers	Kawasaki Dealers
Warranty	36
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	108 / 146.4
Torque RPM	2750
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Bore (mm/in)	102 / 4.02
Stroke (mm/in)	104 / 4.09
Displacement (cc/ci)	1700 / 103.7
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)	42
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tire Width	130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	90
Front Wheel Diameter	16
Rear Tire Width	170
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Rear Wheel Diameter	16
Front Tire (Full Spec)	130/90 R16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	170/70 R16
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.8 / 300
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.8 / 45
Front Travel (in/mm)	5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	No
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	3.1 / 78.7
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	No
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	2
Rear Suspension Material	Steel
Air Adjustable	Yes
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	8.23
Width (in/mm)	38.2 / 970.3
Height (in/mm)	50.8 / 1290.3
Wheelbase (in/mm)	65.6 / 1666.2
Length (ft/ft)	8
Length (ft/in)	3
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	835.7 / 379.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.3 / 20.1
Performance	Standard
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	28.7 / 729
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Floor Board Location	Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Passenger
Adjustable	No
Chain Guard	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Engine Case Guard	Yes
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Tank Guard	No
Belt Guard	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Light Guard	No
Side Cover	Yes
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Upper Fairing	Standard
Wind Deflector	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Trip Computer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Pricing:
Warranty (Months/Condition)	36 / Limited
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Touring
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Introduction Year	2011
NADATrimID	81318
Display Name	Vulcan® 1700 Vaquero™
Audio & Communication:
Radio	Standard
Number Of Speakers	2
Mounts:
Saddle Bag Mounts	Standard
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	Yes
Height Adjustable	Yes
Tinted	Yes
Height	Low
Storage:
Side Case Material	Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases	2
Hard Side Case Capacity (gal/l)	10 / 44
Location	Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount	Standard
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
Helmet Storage	Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Convenience:
Cruise Control	Standard

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Fantastic bike!!!

By Tim Schinkoeth(Owner), Dec. 7, 2011

Unlike the previous writer I purchased a Vaquero and am very pleased with the bike. The styling and the sound are great and the handling and power is very good. I did get rid of the seat right away and bought a Corbin for it, but I always do that to all of my bikes because I never find the stock s... Read Full Review

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Move over Harley.....

By Brian Selleck(Owner), Dec. 13, 2011

I own a 2011 Black Beauty Vaquero....I got to tell you when pull up at the red lights, cars beside me roll down their windows and shout at me....."great looking bike". I was at the Hideaway Bar in Cave Creek Arizona....a very famous well known biker hang out. I pulled into the parking lot ... Read Full Review

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Very nice bike

By Bill Federer(Owner), Jul. 19, 2012

I've had my Vaquero for 1 year and put over 18,000 miles on it...power is ample and the ride more than refined. For the first time, a 3rd gear that is useful for that 20 to 40 mph region around town.

Fuel mileage is around 42mpg, premium fuel only. Maintenance is MINIMAL...self adjusting brakes, cl... Read Full Review

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Didn't like the engiine

By Aniota(Enthusiast), Nov. 9, 2011

I took the Vaquero out for a test ride the other day. The bike was nimble enough but the engine sounded very whimpy. Coupled with a barely noticeable exhaust note, the bike seemed to lack personality that most other v-twins have.Overall, it was the lack of engine power, or what seemed like a lack of... Read Full Review

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