The Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer is a fully dressed "Classic". Luggage, screen, sissy bar, the works. As with the VN1700 Classic it is a motorcycle with a lot of street cred, from the low seat height to easy to operate controls (even self cancelling indicators no less), this bike oozes torque from the big-bore V-twin engine as soon as you fire it up.
Do not let the retro look fool you, the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer is loaded with modern technology such as electronic fuel injection for awesome power and clean emissions, modern geometrics and suspension units are utilised to offer a well balanced and smooth handling package.
To retain the Classic looks, the instruments are kept simple and are tank mounted to keep the headstock area nicely uncluttered. In fact the machine as a whole has been designed to give the classic look, sound, style and feel. The VN1700 Classic Tourer should really be viewed as the Rolls Royce of the custom cruiser world.
As with its big brother the VN2000, the VN1700 Classic Tourer pulls like a locomotive from low in the rev range, and with the supple front and rear suspension, you can ride this bike all day in total comfort. In fact, if you want to ride it all week, the luggage offers generous dry storage for much more that just a toothbrush and a pair of smalls.
Your pillion will undoubtedly thank you for the creature comforts offered as standard on this bike for not only does the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic Tourer offer a most comfortable seat with a sturdy backrest, the pillion footplates allow changes in leg position that are not possible with standard footrests.
As for the riding position, the large touring screen that is also standard fitment on the Kawasaki VN1700 Classic tourer offers excellent wind, weather and bug protectionthroughout the trip.
Please note this is an American Official Video - Some model specifications and terms may vary from those in the UK - But you'll get the idea !!!
