This is for general posts and questions concerning only the Kawasaki Vulcan Voyager 1700 V-Twin.
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2025 International Rally Reveal
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Seeing as I am familiar with most of the beautiful State of Minnesota, I thought I'd post some insights for the Rally attendess to consider as they...
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Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:59 pm
2024 AVA Blairsville GA, Closing Slide Show
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Hi guys looks like a great time was had by all ,some great photos ,makes me feel like I was there .
Look at what I can do about next year ,
Bye from...
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Last post by ted1r
Wed Jun 26, 2024 12:29 pm
1700 KAWASAKI GENUINE ACCESSORIES EVALUATIONS
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1700Guy »
Tue Dec 06, 2011 3:44 am
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EVALUATION OF KAWASAKI GENUINE VOYAGER® ACCESSORIES
Kawasaki Motors Corp USA has asked me and David Roy to do an evaluation of three Kawasaki...
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Where can you buy the trunk racks shown in this thread?
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Last post by jjamison
Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:31 pm
New Owner Reports- 2010 Voyager 1700
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Rhinestone Kawboy »
Tue Oct 13, 2009 2:48 am
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This thread for new owner reports of the 2010 Voyager 1700. I have moved the other threads that initially were here because they were off topic. See...
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My old V4 Suzuki Cavalcade was't much better. I use to do ribs on my side case when the fan came on. :woohoo:
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Last post by Terros
Tue Jul 22, 2014 7:27 pm
Looking for stock Voyager exhausts
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SKM348 »
Thu Aug 17, 2023 8:08 pm
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Hi - wondering if anyone has a set of stock 1700 Voyager exhausts they don’t want. I currently have a set of V&H in the bike and want to experiment...
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I have a used set of OEM pipes from a bike I wrecked that had V & H on it. I live in Iowa.
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Last post by 17mtrcyclerdr08
Mon Oct 14, 2024 12:00 am
Saddlebag Lid Rails
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NY-Rider »
Tue Aug 06, 2024 6:59 pm
Has anyone been able to use saddlebag lid rails to mount lightweight soft bags without cracking the top of the panniers on a 1700? I'm looking for...
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Last post by NY-Rider
Tue Aug 06, 2024 6:59 pm
Buzzing noise front wheel?
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burroughspoint »
Mon Jul 08, 2024 12:23 pm
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Hey everyone, new to the forum here, been lurking for awhile, and finally have a question to ask.
So, I have a buzzing sound coming from the front...
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You might also be hearing tire lugs as they contact the road. :hmm:
I noticed that when I had fresh Dunlop E-3s when I was banked over on a mild...
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Last post by cushman eagle
Tue Jul 09, 2024 12:16 am
Throttle actuator motor noise
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Ski_911 »
Thu May 09, 2024 1:28 am
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Hello all, I'm a new member just getting familiar with my new (to me) 2010 Voyager.
Liking the bike so far, but I noticed an odd noise and I don't...
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That motor is under the right fairing. I has a limited range of movement, so how do you know that's actually where the noise is coming from/ Does...
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Last post by Nails
Thu May 09, 2024 5:47 pm
Kick stand
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Bronson »
Thu Mar 14, 2024 3:22 am
When I had my 2009 1700 voyager I changed the kick stand so it didn`t lean so much.
The changed brought the lean up about 2inches. I got one that fit...
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Last post by Bronson
Thu Mar 14, 2024 3:22 am
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Last post by kvguy50
Sat Feb 10, 2024 3:34 am
I got a 2010 and think I messed up
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lees »
Mon Jul 13, 2015 9:18 am
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Here's the story I got a 2010 Voyager Fri. night got home at 10 pm the whole time I thought it was running a little warm and I could smell antifreeze...
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Wow, that sounds like quite the ordeal! It’s definitely concerning to experience issues like that so soon after purchase. It’s good that the...
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Last post by ughye
Tue Sep 26, 2023 7:48 am
Cruise control stopped working
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got_m ride_m »
Fri Jul 28, 2023 12:15 am
Hi everyone,
This evening my cruise control on my Voyage stopped working. I have a 2023 Voyager. I picked it up in May and currently I have just...
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Last post by got_m ride_m
Fri Jul 28, 2023 12:15 am
1700 Tire Research - 2023
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mountaineerxii »
Tue May 02, 2023 12:15 am
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This forum has a lot of great posts about tires for the 1700, though I noticed many posts are showing some age as tire makers bring out new revisions...
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Those are all bias-ply tires, are they not? Doesn't the 1700 take radials?
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Last post by GrandpaDenny
Tue May 02, 2023 5:06 pm
Tyres
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stevejinde »
Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:45 pm
Well once again the subject is tyres!
Just bought a 2013 Voyager to replace the one I totalled last year in Belgium and it will soon need new tyres....
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Last post by stevejinde
Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:45 pm
ivans ecu reflash
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keith »
Fri Nov 17, 2017 8:57 pm
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just reinstalled my ecu after having it reflashed,what a big difference in horsepower,torque,,shifting,so much smoother when decelerating to...
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Hi Keith, I've seen you had your bike re flashed. How long has it been sense you had it done the first time and is there a recommended time for when...
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Last post by Vooshman
Mon Dec 05, 2022 7:55 pm
Best Fuel Mileage
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HMB Don »
Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:52 pm
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My first tank of gas today, pulling my trailer loaded. I started in Erie, PA, heading for Columbus, OH.
Yes heading to the AVA RALLY via Americade....
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Gene is talking about an XII.
Mine routinely gets mid- to high-40s when touring on viewsome roads. Low 40s on superslab if I keep it mostly legal....
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Last post by Nails
Mon Aug 15, 2022 1:05 am
2000 Voyager for sale. GONE
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jimwig67 »
Thu Jun 09, 2022 3:11 pm
I have a 2000 Voyager with an R-title (strictly cosmetic) with 60k miles. Still runs like a bat out of hell and I ride regularly. If anyone is...
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Last post by jimwig67
Thu Jun 09, 2022 3:11 pm
200,000 mile Voyager 1700
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HMB Don »
Thu Oct 07, 2021 10:21 pm
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well on September 28th, nine years and nine months after I bought my Voyager 1700 I reached the 200,000 miles. It is get these best fuel mileage and...
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Good Gravy Don, do you ever stay home?
At 200K that answers my question about buying a used Voyager 1700.
I hope I can get one this year if medical...
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Last post by Badger10
Sat Apr 09, 2022 12:46 am
Charging system capacity
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Steverides5 »
Wed Nov 24, 2021 10:28 pm
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Looking at the spec manuals doesn't seem to give me my answer.
My wife and I both own full sets of Gerbing heated gear. Using Gerbings chart we are...
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Thanks Don, we have been using both suits with no issues. I think I'm going to install some type of volt meter. If the system is overloaded the...
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Last post by Steverides5
Fri Feb 18, 2022 2:18 pm
Sctrach protection when geting on my Voyager
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JimMoo »
Mon Mar 22, 2021 10:28 am
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Try as I might, I am a bit too short and can't flex enough to miss my saddlebag when getting on! The top trim from Kawasaki does look like it...
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I figured out last year that if you use the left passenger floor board as a step when getting on it lifts you higher, thus avoiding the seat with...
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Last post by rayrayborders
Sat Nov 20, 2021 10:27 am
Rear brakes 1700
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Steverides5 »
Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:32 pm
Had my local dealer replace all brake pads at 25K have 31k now and the rear pads are low again. The dealer used KBC pads. I'm thinking about the...
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Last post by Steverides5
Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:32 pm
radio change
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olderrider1 »
Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:39 pm
since i have very poor reception on radio is there any way to put a CD player or cassette player in its place
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Last post by olderrider1
Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:39 pm
Idle speed problems
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jjamison »
Wed Jul 14, 2021 5:07 pm
Hey guys, occasionally my idle speed after a cold start will be anywhere from 2000 to 3100 rpms. It may stay that way for a several mile trip to work...
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Last post by jjamison
Wed Jul 14, 2021 5:07 pm
Cobra Luggage Rack
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Steverides5 »
Thu Oct 19, 2017 12:36 am
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Looking for opinions on this addition to my 2017 1700. I’m a little wary of this for several reasons. First it says it alone weighs 8 lbs, just...
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Well I did buy mine in 2017 so I guess that's somewhat expected. Bummer.
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Last post by Steverides5
Wed Jun 09, 2021 4:30 pm
Aftermarket exhaust????
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Mnovotny »
Sat Aug 22, 2020 6:53 pm
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Hi everyone!! Just got a 2016 voyager and LOVE it. I am looking for a slightly louder exhaust but not crazy. Any suggestions would be appreciated
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I have a 2013 w/Vance and Hines. Nice bark when you get after it. Nice rumble going down the highway. Have to watch it in town. Can be a little loud.
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Last post by mtrcyclerdr03
Tue Jun 01, 2021 11:01 pm
iPod adapter kit
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jazzwheels71 »
Fri Feb 26, 2021 4:40 pm
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I noticed Kawasaki discontinued the iPod adapter kit (p/n k10400-040). Is anybody aware of a replacement coming out, or something else that works the...
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I just ordered the SiriusXM radio kit yesterday. I have tried the bluetooth adapters that transmit to your radio but they don't last long. Not sure...
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Last post by jazzwheels71
Sun May 30, 2021 1:10 pm
Definately an UNDERRATED MACHINE!!!!!
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JimMoo »
Sat May 22, 2021 11:58 am
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I just returned from a 2,000 miles trip from Rochester, NY to Charlotte, NC (with a side trip to Deal's Gap). Previously I have travel only on the...
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Fantastic, to read about your adventures on 1700s. Seems like most of your trip was good and I agree that US220 is a fun road
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Sun May 23, 2021 11:48 pm
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