KAWASAKI Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS (2018-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2018, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager, a touring motorcycle designed for those riders who set their navigation system over the horizon line. The 2018 model was similar to previous models, packing the same appearance without any significant modifications except for color alterations.

The Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager debuted in 2009 alongside other versions, such as the Classic, Classic LT, Nomad, and Vaquero, that debuted in 2011. From 2009 until the present (2023), the Voyager featured minor technical, performance, and visual modifications.

The 2018 bike was equipped with standard features, such as a large front faring with a large windscreen for excellent wind protection, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest, color-matched side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system with a retro-look, and nine-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed a 43 mm telescopic fork with 140 mm wheel travel on the front and twin air-assisted four-way rebound-adjustable shock absorbers with 78 mm wheel travel on the rear, offering an excellent riding experience.

Besides its top-end electronics, the 2018 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager had installed a 1,700cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine underneath its fuel tank, managed by a fuel injection system, delivering 82 hp at 5,000 rpm and 146 Nm (107 lb-ft) torque at 2,750 rpm.