Kawasaki VN 1700 Owner's manual

Quick Reference Guide GENERAL INFORMATION j

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j

SAFE OPERATION j

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT j

STORAGE j

This Quick Reference Guide will

assist you in finding the information

you’re looking for.

A Table of Contents is included after

the Foreword.

Whenever you see the symbols

shown below, heed their instructions!

Always follow safe operating and main-

tenance practices.

DANGER

DANGER indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious in-

jury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious

injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address prac-

ticesnotrelatedtopersonalin-

jury.

NOTE

○This note symbol indicates points of

particular interest for more efficient

and convenient operation.

(Australian model only)

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM

PROHIBITED

Owners are warned that the law may prohibit:

(a)The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than forpurposes

of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design

incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to

its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; and

(b)The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been

removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki Motorcycle. Your new mo-

torcycle is the product of Kawasaki’s advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,

and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.

Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be

thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your motorcycle’s controls, its fea-

tures, capabilities, and limitations. This manual offers many safe riding tips, but its

purpose is not to provide instruction in all the techniques and skills required to ride

a motorcycle safely. Kawasaki strongly recommends that all operators of this vehi-

cle enroll in a motorcycle rider training program to attain awareness of the mental

and physical requirements necessary for safe motorcycle operation.

To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your motorcycle, give it the proper care and

maintenance described in this manual. For those who would like more detailed in-

formation on their Kawasaki Motorcycle, a Service Manual is available for purchase

from any authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer. The Service Manual contains de-

tailed disassembly and maintenance information. Those who plan to do their own

work should, of course, be competent mechanics and possess the special tools

described in the Service Manual.

Keep this Owner’s Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can

refer to it whenever you need information.

Thismanualshouldbe considered a permanentpartofthemotorcycleand should

remain with the motorcycle when it is sold.

prior written permission.

This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing.

However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustra-

tions and text in this manual.

All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Motorcycle & Engine Company

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS............................... 10

LOCATION OF PARTS....................... 15

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES

INFORMATION................................ 18

GENERAL INFORMATION................. 21

Meter Instruments............................ 21

Speedometer................................ 22

Meter Unit Switch ......................... 22

Multifunction Meter ....................... 23

Setting Menu ................................ 30

Warning/Indicator Lights............... 33

Service Code................................ 37

Keys................................................. 38

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock........... 38

Left Handlebar Switches.................. 40

Dimmer Switch ............................. 40

Turn Signal Switch........................ 41

Horn Button .................................. 41

Right Handlebar Switches................ 41

Hazard Switch .............................. 41

Engine Stop Switch ...................... 42

Starter Button ............................... 42

Meter Unit Switch ......................... 42

Brake Lever and Clutch Lever

Adjusters....................................... 43

Fuel Tank Cap.................................. 44

Fuel Tank ......................................... 45

Fuel Type and Octane Rating:...... 46

Stand................................................ 49

Seat.................................................. 50

Tool Kit ............................................. 52

Helmet Hook .................................... 53

Electric Accessory Connectors ........ 54

BREAK-IN........................................... 57

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .59

Starting the Engine .......................... 59

Jump Starting................................... 62

Moving Off........................................ 65

Shifting Gears .................................. 66

Braking............................................. 69

Kawasaki Advanced

Coactive-braking Technology

(K-ACT) - Anti-lock Brake System

(ABS) for models equipped with

K-ACT ABS................................... 70

K-ACT ABS Indicator Light:.......... 73

Stopping the Engine......................... 74

Stopping the Motorcycle in an

Emergency ................................... 75

Parking............................................. 76

Catalytic Converter........................... 77

Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV)

System.......................................... 79

SAFE OPERATION............................. 80

Safe Riding Technique..................... 80

Daily Safety Checks......................... 83

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation .......................... 86

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 88

Periodic Maintenance Chart............. 89

Engine Oil ........................................ 101

Cooling System................................ 108

Drive Belt.......................................... 114

Spark Plugs...................................... 114

Evaporative Emission Control

System (Southeast Asia model

only).............................................. 115

Valve Clearance............................... 116

Kawasaki Clean Air System............. 117

Air Cleaner....................................... 118

Throttle Control System ................... 120

Idle Speed........................................ 121

Clutch............................................... 124

Brakes.............................................. 126

Brake Light Switches........................ 130

Rear Shock Absorbers..................... 132

Wheels............................................. 137

Battery.............................................. 142

Headlight Beam................................ 149

Fuses ............................................... 150

General Lubrication.......................... 152

Cleaning Your Motorcycle................ 153

STORAGE........................................... 160

OWNER SATISFACTION................. 163

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 165

LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 166

10 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 55 kW (74.8 PS) @5 000 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque 135 N·m (13.8 kgf·m, 99.6 ft·lb) @2 750 r/min (rpm)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 500 mm (98.43 in.)

Overall Width 1 025 mm (40.35 in.)

(AU) 985mm(38.78in.)

Overall Height 1 155 mm (45.47 in.)

Wheelbase 1 665 mm (65.55 in.)

Road Clearance 130 mm (5.12 in.)

Curb Mass (E) 345 kg (761 lb)

(F) 349 kg (770 lb)

ENGINE

Type SOHC, V-type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled

Displacement 1 700 cm³ (103.7 cu in.)

SPECIFICATIONS 11

Bore x Stroke 102 × 104 mm (4.02 × 4.09 in.)

Compression Ratio 9.5 : 1

Starting System Electric starter

Cylinder Numbering

Method Front to rear, 1-2

Firing Order 2-1

Fuel System Digital fuel injection system (DFI)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing 0° BTDC @950 r/min (rpm) ∼

(Electronically advanced) 44° BTDC @3 000 r/min (rpm)

Spark Plugs NGK ILZKAR7B11

Lubrication System Forced lubrication (semi-dry sump)

Engine Oil:

Type API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1

or MA2

Viscosity SAE 10W-40

Capacity 5.0 L (5.3 US qt)

12 SPECIFICATIONS

Coolant Capacity 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6-speed, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Belt

Primary Reduction Ratio 1.515 (50/33)

Final Reduction Ratio 2.250 (72/32)

Overall Drive Ratio 2.746 @Top gear

Gear Ratio:

1st 2.933 (44/15)

2nd 1.900 (38/20)

3rd 1.407 (38/27)

4th 1.143 (32/28)

5th 0.967 (29/30)

6th 0.806 (29/36)

SPECIFICATIONS 13

FRAME

Caster 30°

Trail 169 mm (6.7 in.)

Tire Size:

Front 130/90 B16 M/C 67H

Rear 170/70 B16 M/C 75H

Rim Size:

Front J16M/C × MT3.50

Rear J16M/C × MT4.50

Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L (5.3 US gal)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 18 Ah

Headlight 12 V 60/55 W

Tail/Brake Light LED

AU: Australia model

E: VN1700E

F: VN1700F

14 SPECIFICATIONS

Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake lights dose not go on, consult

with an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

Specifications subject tochangewithoutnotice, and maynot apply toeverycountry.

LOCATION OF PARTS 15

LOCATION OF PARTS

1. Clutch Lever

2. Clutch Lever Adjuster

3. Clutch Fluid Reservoir

4. Front Brake Fluid Reservoir

5. Brake Lever Adjuster

6. Front Brake Lever

7. Throttle Grip

8. Left Handlebar Switches

9. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

10. Meter Instruments

11. Fuel Tank Cap

12. Right Handlebar Switches

16 LOCATION OF PARTS

13. Headlight

14. Turn Signal Lights

15. Air Cleaner Element

16. Fuse Box

17. Battery

18. Rear Shock Absorber

19. Tail/Brake Light

20. Licence Plate Light

21. Front Fork

22. Brake Disc

23. Brake Caliper

24. Shift Pedal

25. Side Stand

26. Coolant Reserve Tank

27. Drive Belt

LOCATION OF PARTS 17

28. Passenger’s Seat

29. Helmet Hook

30. Tool Kit

31. Rider’s Seat

32. Spark Plugs

33. Fuel Tank Cap

34. Fuel Tank

35. Mufflers

36. Rear Brake Light

Switch

37. Rear Brake Pedal

38. Rear Brake Fluid

Reservoir

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