Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009 vs. Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009 compared to Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009
Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore103.8 mm
StrokeStroke104 mmStroke94.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power85 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,850 rpm
TorqueTorque135 NmTorque146 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,750 rpmRpm at Torque2,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio9.7
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1.7 ccmDisplacement1,597 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Seat HeightSeat Height720 mmSeat Height700 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

Triumph Thunderbird 2011

A Thunderbird is just as unique and independent on the motorbike market as a Speed Triple, a Rocket III or a Scrambler. And you can feel it. Through the cultivated rumble of the two parallel pistons, the powerful bite of the Nissin four-piston fixed calipers on 310 mm discs and the friendly glances of passers-by.

Optimal fit

classic look

pleasant ride

light chassis

agile.

Very high weight.

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