Published October 24, 2025 by Michael Le Pard , Editor‑in‑Chief
The 2026 Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS features a 1,700cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 52-degree V-twin engine, Electronic Cruise Control, Kawasaki Advanced Coactive Braking Technology (K-ACT II) ABS, stylish frame-mounted fairing, AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM radio compatibility, and sealed saddlebags.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS: WHERE POWER AND LUXURY PEAK.
Introducing the 2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS…
The Vulcan 1700 Vaquero cruiser may look like a custom V-twin bagger, but this motorcycle is in a class of its own. A roaring 1,700cc engine featuring advanced Kawasaki technology offers a smooth, reassuring ride. The blacked-out engine, distinct bodywork styling, and select chrome accents create a unique and bold appearance.
It may look like a custom V-twin bagger, but the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS cruiser is in a class of its own where power and luxury peak. A roaring 1,700cc engine featuring advanced Kawasaki technology offers a smooth, reassuring ride. The blacked-out engine, distinct bodywork styling and select chrome accents create a unique and bold appearance. The 2026 Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS features a 1,700cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 52-degree V-twin engine, Electronic Cruise Control, Kawasaki Advanced Coactive Braking Technology (K-ACT II) ABS, stylish frame-mounted fairing, AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM radio compatibility, and sealed saddlebags. For 2026, the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is equipped with ABS as standard and is available in Metallic Brilliant Golden Black with an MSRP of $19,999.
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- Fuel-injected 52-degree 1,700cc V-twin engine
- Electronic cruise control system
- Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ACT) ABS
- 6-Speed transmission with overdrive
- AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM radio compatibility
- Convenient locking storage compartments
- Sealed saddlebags
- Stylish, frame-mounted fairing
Engine Management Technology
Electronic Cruise Control
Electronic Throttle Valves
Chassis Management Technology
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS
KAWASAKI ANNOUNCES FALL RELEASE OF 2026 STREET MOTORCYCLES
No matter what type of motorcycle you’re looking for, Kawasaki’s 2026 lineup has the model for you as it welcomes the return of several naked, retro, touring, adventure, cruiser, and EV models to its street motorcycle lineup. These 2026 model-year motorcycles are set to arrive in Kawasaki dealerships during the fall months so that riders can continue to “Let the Good Times Roll.”
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
The Pinnacle of Elegance
POWER
KING OF THE ROAD
Drawing its muscle from a powerful V-twin engine, the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS bagger cruiser is a dominant force on the road.
Mighty V-twin
A fuel-injected, 52-degree 1,700cc V-twin engine delivers high torque levels with a powerful and distinct V-twin feel.
PERFORMANCE
BOLD BY NATURE
From the frame-mounted fairings designed to direct aerodynamic forces to the chassis to its advanced braking system, the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS motorcycle was built around performance.
Easy & Seamless
An electronic cruise control system can be activated in 3rd gear or at any speed between 30 and 85 mph.
Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology
Advanced braking technology helps ensure ideal brake force distribution for confident braking.
CONVENIENCE
OPTIMIZED FOR ADVENTURE
Whether you plan to spend your day riding around the city or touring the highway, the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS motorcycle comes with a 36-month limited warranty and accommodating features to make your ride epic.
Take it All With You
Hard, lockable and sealed, side-opening saddlebags provide nearly 10 gal of storage space each.
Premium Sound
A feature-rich, AM/FM/WB audio system with SiriusXM Radio compatibility provides top-notch entertainment for your ride. Fairing-mounted 40W speakers are standard equipment, and easy-to-use audio controls are located within a thumb’s reach on the left-side of the handlebars.
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $19999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ See Dealer CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ NA (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
POWER
| POWER | |
| Engine | 4-stroke, 52-degree V-twin, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 1,700cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 102.0 x 104.0mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Maximum Horsepower | 82 hp¹ @ 5,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 107.6 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm |
| Fuel System | DFI with 42mm throttle bodies (2) |
| Ignition | TCBI with Electronic Advance |
| Transmission | 6-speed with overdrive and positive neutral finder |
| Final Drive | Carbon fiber-reinforced belt |
| Electronic Rider Aids | Electronic Cruise Control, Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-Braking Technology (K-ACT) ABS |
PERFORMANCE
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | 45mm Showa telescopic fork/5.5 in |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks, with 4-way adjustable rebound damping/3.1 in |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 170/70-16 |
| Front Brakes | Dual 300mm discs, dual four-piston calipers, K-ACT ABS |
| Rear Brakes | Single 300mm disc, twin-piston caliper, K-ACT ABS |
DETAILS
| DETAILS | |
| Frame Type | Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone |
| Rake/Trail | 30°/7.0 in |
| Overall Length | 98.8 in |
| Overall Width | 38.2 in |
| Overall Height | 50.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in |
| Seat Height | 28.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 844.5 lb* |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.3 gal |
| Wheelbase | 65.6 in |
| Special Features | Integrated audio system with SiriusXM and intercom headset compatibility |
| Color Choices | Metallic Brilliant Golden Black |
*Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied). When equipped, California evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 lb.
¹This vehicle’s HP was measured according to ISO standard 4106. This ISO standard measures HP differently than the SAE standards by which the horsepower of many cars is measured, and as a result the referenced HP measurement may be higher than if it were measured by an SAE standard.
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Specifications subject to change.
2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
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2026 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
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