Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012 vs. Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012

Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012 compared to Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012
Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017
Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012
Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012
Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017
Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke104 mmStroke94.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power94 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,400 rpm
TorqueTorque135 NmTorque151 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,750 rpmRpm at Torque3,550 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio9.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,700 ccmDisplacement1,699 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width150 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,500 mmLength2,546 mm
WidthWidth1,025 mmWidth956 mm
HeightHeight1,155 mmHeight1,225 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,665 mmWheelbase1,665 mm
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 2012

Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

Triumph Thunderbird LT 2017

It was to be expected that the LT would not disappoint after the convincing performance of the Commander. What's more, the blue and white paintwork is already convincing at the car park; something for the history books. And once the windshield, the sissy bar, the pillion and the panniers have been removed, you're done for. Fuck big enduros!

Solid, quality workmanship

comfortable, relaxed seating position.

Windshield could easily be perceived as annoying, depending on how you feel.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic vs Triumph Thunderbird LT

Price Kawasaki VN 1700 Classic

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price Triumph Thunderbird LT

Model year
Current average market prices

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