Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is a cruiser built for riders seeking classic styling with modern performance. Powered by a 1700cc V-twin engine delivering 146 Nm of torque, it excels at comfortable highway cruising and relaxed riding. Best known for its retro design, low seat height, and accessible handling, the Vaquero appeals to both experienced cruiser enthusiasts and those transitioning to larger displacement bikes.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0 x 104.0 mm (4.0 x 4.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Torque | 146.45 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 108.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 |
| Engine details | 52° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1700.00 ccm (103.73 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 170/70-16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/90-16 |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way rebound damping / 3.1 in. |
| Front suspension | 45mm hydraulic fork / 5.5 in. |
| Trail | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.0° |
| Frame type | Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,666 mm (65.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,510 mm (98.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,290 mm (50.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 379.1 kg (835.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Ebony, Candy Fire Red |
| Factory warranty | 36 months |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with prior experience handling big, heavy cruisers, as the low-slung mass and long wheelbase demand confident low-speed control. |
| Purpose | Built for relaxed highway cruising and long-distance touring rather than sport riding, with a torquey big V-twin that favors effortless roll-on power over outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | A tall or average-height rider will feel most at home given the low seat height paired with substantial reach to the wide bars and forward-set floorboards. |
| Character | A bagger-style cruiser with blacked-out styling, integrated audio, and cruise control that projects a bold, stripped-back highway image. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking agile cornering performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight bike for tight urban maneuvering. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
⚠ Safety Recalls (1)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager and 2011-2015 Vulcan 1700 Vaquero motorcycles manufactured February 2, 2009, to March 20, 2015. In the affected vehicles, an ignition wire may chafe due to contact with the fuel tank, resulting in a short circuit and possible engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will install additional shielding and padding to prevent the ignition wire from shorting. Any igniton switch that has damaged wires will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2015. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC15-10.
Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →
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