Kawasaki VN1700 CLASSIC TOURER Owner's manual

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Motorcycle

Owner's Manual

Original instructions

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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-

tices not related to personal in-

jury.

NOTE

○

NOTE indicates information that may

help or guide you in the operation or

service of the vehicle.

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NOTICE

THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN MAN-

UFACTURED FOR USE IN A REA-

SONABLE AND PRUDENT

MANNER BY A QUALIFIED OP-

ERATOR AND AS A VEHICLE ON-

LY.

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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 requ ired to ride

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

hicle 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 pur-

chase from any authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer. The Service Manual

contains detailed disassembly and maintenance information. Those who plan to do

their own work should, of course, be competent mechanics and possess the spe-

cial tools descri bed in the Service Manual.

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Keep this Owner's Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can re-

fer to it whenever you need information.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and

should remain with the motorcycle when it is sold.

or 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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

LOCATION OF PARTS ........................ 13

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES IN-

FORMATION ..................................... 16

GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 19

Meter Instruments .............................. 19

Speedometer ................................. 20

Meter Unit Switch ........................... 20

Multifunction Meter ........................ 21

Setting Menu .................................. 29

Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 31

Service Code ................................. 35

Keys ................................................... 36

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 36

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 38

Dimmer Switch ............................... 38

Turn Signal Switch ......................... 39

Horn Button .................................... 39

Right Handlebar Switches ................. 39

Hazard Switch ................................ 39

Engine Stop Switch ....................... 40

Starter Button ................................. 40

Meter Unit Switch ........................... 40

Brake Lever and Clutch Lever Adjust-

ers .................................................. 41

Fuel .................................................... 42

Fuel Requirements: ....................... 42

Filling the Tank: .............................. 43

Stand .................................................. 46

Seat .................................................... 47

Tool Kit ............................................... 50

Helmet Hook ...................................... 50

Electric Accessory Connectors .......... 51

BREAK-IN ............................................ 54

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 56

Starting the Engine ............................ 56

Jump Starting ..................................... 59

Moving Off .......................................... 62

Shifting Gears .................................... 63

Braking ............................................... 65

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Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-brak-

ing Technology (K-ACT) - Anti-lock

Brake System (ABS) ...................... 66

K-ACT ABS Indicator Light: ........... 69

Stopping the Engine .......................... 70

Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-

gency .............................................. 71

Parking ............................................... 72

Catalytic Converter ............................ 73

Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) Sys-

tem ................................................. 75

SAFE OPERATION .............................. 76

Safe Riding Technique ....................... 76

Daily Checks ...................................... 79

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation ............................ 81

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 83

Periodic Maintenance Chart .............. 84

Engine Oil .......................................... 96

Cooling System ..................................102

Drive Belt ...........................................108

Spark Plugs .......................................109

Valve Clearance .................................110

Kawasaki Clean Air System ..............110

Air Cleaner ......................................... 111

Throttle Control System .....................113

Idle Speed ..........................................115

Clutch .................................................118

Brakes ................................................119

Brake Light Switches .........................123

Rear Shock Absorbers ......................125

Wheels ...............................................130

Battery ................................................135

Headlight Beam .................................141

Fuses .................................................143

General Lubrication ...........................145

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................146

STORAGE ............................................ 153

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 156

LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 157

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SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 55 kW (75 PS) @5 000 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque 135 N·m (13.8 kgf·m, 100 ft·lb) @2 750 r/min (rpm)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 500 mm (98.43 in.)

Overall Width 1 025 mm (40.35 in.)

Overall Height 1 155 mm (45.47 in.)

Wheelbase 1 665 mm (65.55 in.)

Road Clearance 130 mm (5.12 in.)

Curb Mass 349 kg (770 lb)

ENGINE

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

Displacement 1 700 cm³ (103.7 cu in.)

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)

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SPECIFICATIONS

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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)

Coolant Capacity 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6-speed, constant mesh, 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)

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5th

0.967 (29/30)

6th

0.806 (29/36)

FRAME

Caster 30°

Trail 169 mm (6.7 in.)

Tire Size:

Front 130/90B16M/C 67H

Rear 170/70B16M/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

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

with an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

Specifications are subject to change without notice, and may not apply to every

country.

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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

LOCATION OF PARTS

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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

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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 Reser-

voir

LOCATION OF PARTS

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LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION

WARNING

Incorrect loading, improper in-

stallation or use of accessories,

or modification of your motor-

cycle may result in an unsafe rid-

ing condition. Before you ride the

motorcycle, make sure it is not

overloaded and that you have fol-

lowed these instructions.

With the exception of genuine Kawa-

saki Parts and Accessories, Kawasaki

has no control over the design or appli-

cation of accessories. In some cases,

improper installation or use of acces-

sories, or motorcycle modification, will

void the motorcycle warranty, can neg-

atively affect performance, and can

even be illegal. In selecting and using

accessories, and in loading the motor-

cycle, you are personally responsible

for your own safety and the safety of

other persons involved.

NOTE

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Kawasaki Parts and Accessories

have been specially designed for

use on Kawasaki motorcycles. We

strongly recommend that all parts

and accessories you add to your mo-

torcycle be genuine Kawasaki com-

ponents.

Because a motorcycle is sensitive to

changes in weight and aerodynamic

forces, you must take extreme care in

carrying cargo, passengers and/or in

fitting of additional accessories. The

following general guidelines have been

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prepared to assist you in making your

determinations.

1. Any passenger should be thor-

oughly familiar with motorcycle op-

eration. The passenger can affect

control of the motorcycle by improp-

er positioning during cornering and

sudden movements. It is important

that the passenger sit still while the

motorcycle is in motion and not in-

terfere with the operation of the mo-

torcycle. Do not carry animals on

your motorcycle.

2. You should instruct any passenger

before riding to keep his feet on the

passenger footpegs and hold on to

the operator or seat strap. Do not

carry a passenger unless he or she

is tall enough to reach the footpegs

and footpegs are provided.

3. All baggage should be carried as

low as possible to reduce the effect

on the motorcycle center of gravity.

Baggage weight should also be dis-

tributed equally on both sides of the

motorcycle. Avoid carrying baggage

that extends beyond the rear of the

motorcycle.

4. Baggage should be securely at-

tached. Make sure that the bag-

gage will not move around while

you are riding. Recheck baggage

security as often as possible (not

while the motorcycle is in motion)

and adjust as necessary.

5. Do not carry heavy or bulky items

on a luggage rack. They are de-

signed for light items, and overload-

ing can affect handling due to

changes in weight distribution and

aerodynamic forces.

6. Do not install accessories or carry

baggage that impairs the perform-

ance of the motorcycle. Make sure

that you have not adversely af-

fected any lighting components,

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road clearance, banking capability

(i.e., lean angle), control operation,

wheel travel, front fork movement,

or any other aspect of the motorcy-

cle's operation.

7. Weight attached to the handlebar or

front fork will increase the mass of

the steering assembly and can re-

sult in an unsafe riding co ndition.

8. Fairings, backrests, and other large

items have the capability of ad-

versely affecting stability and han-

dling of the motorcycle, not only

because of their weight, but also

due to the aerodynamic forces act-

ing on these surfaces while the mo-

torcycle is in operation. Poorly

designed or installed items can re-

sult in an unsafe riding co ndition.

9. This motorcycle was not intended

to be equipped with a sidecar or to

be used to tow any trailer or other

vehicle. Kawasaki does not

manufacture sidecars or trailers for

motorcycles and cannot predict the

effects of such accessories on han-

dling or stability, but can only warn

that the effects can be adverse and

that Kawasaki cannot assume re-

sponsibility for the results of such

unintended use of the motorcycle.

Furthermore, any adverse effects

on motorcycle components caused

by the use of such accessories will

not be remedied under warranty.

Maximum Load

Weight of rider, passenger, baggage, and

accessories must not exceed 180 kg (397

lb).

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LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Meter Instruments

A. Multifunction Meter

B. K-ACT ABS Indicator Light

C. Speedometer

D. Fuel Level Warning Indica-

tor Light

E. Left Turn Signal Indicator

Light

F. Neutral Indicator Light

G. Right Turn Signal Indicator

Light

H. High Beam Indicator Light

I. Warning Indicator Light

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