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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 re lia bility, safety and performance .
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be
thoroughly fam ilia r with the prop e r o p eration of your motorcycle’s controls, its fe a-
tures, capabilities, and limitations. This manual offers many safe riding tips, but its
purpose is n ot to provide instruction in all the te chniques and skills require d to r ide
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 th eir Kawasaki M otorcycle, a Se rvice Manual is ava ilable 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 c an
refer to it whenever you need information.
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remain with the m otorcyc le when it is sold.
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All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.
Motorcycle & Engine Company
© 2013 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Apr. 17, 2013. (1)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 10
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION S......... 14
LOCATION OF PARTS ....................... 15
LOADING AND AC CESSORIES
INFORMATION ................................ 18
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 21
Meter Instruments ............................ 21
Speedometer and Tachometer ..... 22
Meter U nit Switch ......................... 23
Multifunction Meter ....................... 24
Setting Menu ................................ 30
Wa rning/Indicator Lights ............... 32
Service Code ................................ 35
Keys ................................................. 36
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 38
Audio System................................... 40
Important Notice ........................... 40
Operating Precautions.................. 40
Getting Started ............................. 44
Radio Power On/Off...................... 45
Radio (FM/AM/WX BAN D)............ 45
PTT (Push to Talk) ........................ 65
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 66
Dimmer Switch ............................. 66
Turn Signal Switch........................ 67
Horn Button .................................. 67
Audio Control Switches ................ 67
Right Handlebar Switches................ 68
Hazard Switch .............................. 68
Engine Stop Switch ...................... 68
Starter Button ............................... 69
Meter Unit Switch ......................... 69
Electronic Cruise Control ON/OFF
Button........................................ 69
Electronic Cruise Control Switch
(SET/- and RES/+) .................... 69
Electronic Cruise Con trol System .... 70
Electronic Cruise Cont rol Indi cator
Light .......................................... 71
Electronic Cruise Control Set
Indicator Light............................ 71
Electronic Cruise Control Switch
(SET/- and RES/+) .................... 72
To Set the Electronic Cruise
Control....................................... 72
To Increase the set speed ............ 73
To Decrease the set speed ........... 74
To Canc el the Electro nic Crui s e
Control....................................... 75
Brake Lever and Clutch Lever
Adjusters....................................... 77
Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 78
Fuel Tank ......................................... 79
Stand................................................ 83
Seat.................................................. 84
Tool Kit ............................................. 86
Helmet-Hooks .................................. 86
Special Warning on the Use of
Fairing Pockets and Saddlebags.. 87
Fairing Pockets ................................ 89
Saddlebags ...................................... 90
Accessory Connectors ..................... 94
BREAK-IN ........................................... 98
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTO RC YCLE .100
Starting the Engine .......................... 100
Jump Starting................................... 103
Moving Off........................................ 106
Shifting Gears .................................. 107
Braking............................................. 109
Kawasaki Advanced
Coactive-braking Technology
(K-ACT) - Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) for models equipped with
K-ACT ABS................................... 110
K-ACT ABS Indicator Light ........... 113
Stopping the Engine......................... 114
Stopping the Motorcycle in an
Emergency ................................... 115
Parking............................................. 116
Catalytic Converter........................... 117
Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV)
System.......................................... 119
SAFE OPERATION............................. 120
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 120
Daily Checks .................................... 123
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation .......................... 126
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 128
Periodic Maintenance Chart............. 132
Engine Oil ........................................ 145
Cooling System................................ 152
Drive Belt.......................................... 158
Spark Plugs...................................... 159
Evaporative Emission Control
System (California model only) .... 160
Valve Clearance ............................... 161
Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 161
Air Cleaner ....................................... 162
Throttle Control System ................... 164
Idle Speed........................................ 166
Clutch............................................... 169
Brakes.............................................. 170
Brake Light Switches........................ 175
Rear Shock Absorbers..................... 177
Wheels ............................................. 183
Battery.............................................. 189
Headlight Beam................................ 196
Fuses ............................................... 197
General Lubrication.......................... 199
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 200
Bolt and Nut Tightening.................... 207
STORAGE........................................... 210
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............ 213
YOUR WARR ANTY/OWNER
SATISFACTION ........................... 214
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...... 220
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 221
MAINTENANCE RECORD ................. 222
LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 227
10 SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 510 mm (98.82 in.)
Overall Width 970 mm (38.19 in.)
Overall Height 1 290 mm (50.79 in.)
Wheelbase
1 665 mm (65.55 in.)
Road Clearance 145 mm (5.71 in.)
Curb Mass:
VN1700J
379kg(836lb)
VN1700K
383kg(845lb)
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
SPECIFICATIONS 11
Cylinder Numbe ring
Method
Front to rea r, 1-2
Firing Order
2-1
Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)
Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Ignition Timing
0° BTDC @950 r/min (rpm) ∼
(Electronically advanced) 40° 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
5.0L(5.3USqt)
Coolant Capacity 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type
6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Clutch Type
Wet, multi disc
12 SPECIFICATIONS
Driving System
Belt drive
Primary Reduction Ratio
1.515 (50/33)
Final Reduction Ratio
2.250 (72/32)
Overall D rive 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)
FRAME
Caster 30°
Trail
177 mm (7.0 in.)
Tire Size:
Front
130/90B16M/C 67H
Rear
170/70B16M/C 75H
SPECIFICATIONS 13
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.
14 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
The engine a nd frame serial num be rs are u sed to register the m ot orcycle. They
are the only means of identifying your particular machine from others of the same
model type. These serial numbers m a y b e needed by your dealer w hen ordering
parts. In the event of theft, the investigating authorities will require both numbers
as well as the model type and any peculiar features of your machine that can help
them identify it.
Frame No.
A. Frame Number
Engine No.
A. Engine Number
18 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
LOADING AND A CCESSORIES INFORMATION
WARNING
Incorrect loading, improper in-
stallation or use of accessories,
or modification of your motorcy-
cle may result in an unsafe riding
condition. Before you ride the
motorcycle,makesureitisnot
overloaded and that you have
followed these instructions.
With the exception of genuine
Kawasaki Parts and Accessories,
Kawasaki has no control over the
design or application of accessories.
In some cases, improper installation
or use of accessories, or motorcycle
modification, will void the motorcycle
warranty, can negatively affect per-
formanc e, and can even be illeg al.
In selecting and using accessories,
and in load ing the motorcycle, yo u 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
andaccessoriesyouaddtoyour
motorcycle be genuine Kawasaki
components.
Because a mo to rcycle is sensitive to
changes in weight and aerodynamic
forces, you must take extreme care
in carrying cargo, passengers and/or
in the fitting of additional accessorie s.
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 19
The following general guidelines have
been prepared to assist you in making
your determin ations.
1. Any passenger should be thor-
oughly familiar with motorcycle op-
eration. The passenger can affec t
control of the motorcycle by im-
proper positioning during cornering
and sudden movements. It is impor-
tant that the passenger sit still while
the motorcycle is in motion and not
interfere with the operation of the
motorcycle. 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 baggage
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 designed
for ligh t items, a nd overlo ad ing can
affect handling due to changes in
weight distribution and aerodynamic
forces.
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