KAWASAKI VN1600 CLASSIC

ENGINE
Two spark plugs per cylinder increase the combustion efficiency. Compact combustion
chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today's fuels. Cam
timing and lift enhance low and mid-range power.
The cylinder head and fins have a polished black finish.
Liquid cooled with an automatic cooling fan to ensure consistent temperatures
for maximum efficiency and reliability.
The dual rotor, high output generator produces 30 amps at only 1,000 rpm to
power the many accessories customers like to add.

Fuel system
Secondary air valve system reduces emissions. A honeycomb type catalyser located
in the muffler pre-chamber further reduces exhaust emissions.

CHASSIS
Double cradle high tensile steel frame. The frame features twin 40 mm square tubes
welded into a single backbone producing a rigid and compact frame.
Fewer welds enhance overall appearance.

Front suspension
Large diameter inner tubes are rigid for excellent stability.

Rear suspension
Dual air type shock absorbers are adjustable for pressure and rebound damping
to match load and road conditions.

Front and rear disc brakes
Dual 300 mm front discs with dual piston calipers and a rear 300 mm disc with
a dual piston caliper ensure excellent stopping power and feel.

Detail features

* Rider footboards give maximum comfort on long rides.
* Adjustable rear brake pedal.
* Thin, integrated instrument package provides less protrusion from top of tank.
* The slim electronic instrument panel reduces weight and eliminates the front
wheel drive unit and cable.
* The turn signals automatically turn off after 8 seconds and a distance of 65
meters has been travelled.
* Digital odometer, trip meter and clock.
* Wide, dished cast wheels with tubeless tyres.
* Large diameter halogen headlight.

Specifications
Engine type................. 4 stroke, liquid cooled, V-twin
Displacement.............. 1552 cm3
Bore & stroke............... 102 x 95 mm
Compression ratio ..... 9.0:1
Valve system .............. SOHC, 8 valves, 4 valves per cylinder
Maximum power ......... 49 kW (67 PS) / 4,700 r/min
Maximum torque ........ 127 N ·m / 2,700 r/min
Fuel system ................ EFI with 2 x 36 mm Mitsubishi throttle bodies
Starting........................ electric
Transmission.............. 5-speed, shaft drive
Frame type .................. steel double cradle
Rake / trail ................... 32o / 168 mm
Suspension, F............. 43 mm fork
Suspension, R ............ swingarm with dual gascharged shock absorbers
Wheel travel, F / R ...... 150 / 95 mm
Tyre, F / R.................... 130/90 16 / 170/70B 16
Brake, F ....................... 300 mm dual discs with dual piston calipers
Brake, R....................... 300 mm disc with dual piston caliper
L x W x H ..................... 2,505 x 1,040 x 1,130 mm
Wheelbase .................. 1,680 mm
Seat height.................. 680 mm
Fuel capacity .............. 20 L
Dry weight................... 307 kg
Colours........................ Metallic Ocean Blue/Metallic Phantom Silver