Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer

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Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer
Manufacturer
Production 2011
Class Cruiser
Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke V-Twin
Bore / Stroke 88.9mm x 88.9mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Horsepower 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 5700RPM
Torque 58.27 ft/lbs (79.0 Nm) @ 3700RPM
Fuel System Fuel injection: 34 mm x 2 with dual throttles
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed, return

Final Drive: Belt

Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: 41 mm telescopic fork with 7-way preload
Rear: Uni-Trak
Brakes Front: Single 300 mm disc, twin-piston
Rear: Single 270 mm disc, twin-piston
Front Tire 130/90-16M/C 67H
Rear Tire 180/70-15M/C 76H
Wheelbase 65.0 inches (1651 mm)
Weight 282.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer was a Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke V-Twin Cruiser motorcycle produced by Kawasaki in 2011. Max torque was 58.27 ft/lbs (79.0 Nm) @ 3700 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 50.02 HP (37.3 KW) @ 5700 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 88.9mm bore x 88.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 903.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed, return transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 130/90-16M/C 67H front tire and a 180/70-15M/C 76H rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300 mm disc, twin-piston in the front and a Single 270 mm disc, twin-piston in the rear. The front suspension was a 41 mm telescopic fork with 7-way preload while the rear was equipped with a Uni-Trak. The wheelbase was 65.0 inches (1651 mm) long.

2011 Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer[edit | edit source]

2011 Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer

Sporting all the nifty features of the Classic model the 2010 VN900 Classic Light Tourer is a bike equipped ex works with some additional touring-oriented gear, offering the basic package for longer-distance traveling, solo or two-up. Dual 15 L (0.53 cf) hard saddlebags covered in perfectly trimmed high quality leather offer storage space for your belongings, while the passenger backrest provides comfort for your better half.

The 2010 Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tourer also comes with a treated, scratch-resistant windscreen and a 3-piece lightbar, all fastened with mirror-finish chrome brackets and housing for a classic look. The 903cc V-twin engine packs 50 hp and offers 78 Nm (around 58 lb-ft) of torque available at 3700 rpm for hard acceleration and confident slow cornering. Multiple genuine accessories are also available to enhance the looks and functionality of this touring machine even more.