Can you ride the Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom on an A2 licence?

Yes, you can ride the Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom (2011 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!

Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom (2011 onwards) motorcycle

Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom (2011 onwards)

Stunning, meaner and sleeker looks are amongst the benefits of the Kawasaki Voyager Custom. Essentially a scaled-down version of the original Voyager, this bike is cheaper, boasts a substantial 1700cc engine and gives you the impression of a more manageable lighter bike.

A2 Licence Compliance

The Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom is a 1700cc A2-friendly bike. It has a power output of 52 kW (70 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 32.6% to become A2 licence compliant.


You will need a restrictor to ride the Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom.

TitleSpec
ManufacturerKawasaki
CategoryCruiser
Touring
Engine typeV-Twin
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size1700cc
Power output52 kW
Torque output100 ft-lb
Top speed115 mph
Horsepower70 bhp
Weight382 kg
Seat height720 mm
Front tyre size130/90-16
Rear tyre size170/70-16
Fuel tank size20 litres
Fuel tank range169 miles
Fuel consumption38 mpg
Oil capacity4.3 litres
Annual road tax£111
Price£14,400
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