2021 Kawisaki Vulcan 900 First Ride/Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ก.ย. 2024
- Why do I enjoy large cruisers like this so much? Not sure.. but anyways hopefully you enjoyed more of my nonsense, I’ll catch y’all in the next one ✌🏼
Thanks again to Freedom Powersports in Canton, GA
Dealer info:
645 Riverstone pkwy
770-720-9554
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"Smoking out of a Prius. When your car doesn't put out enough emissions, so you feel like you have to do it yourself." Love it!!
lmfaoo hilarious
I was going to post this if I didn't see someone else already did.
I'm glad Kawasaki is still making this bike. The sport bike scene and the standard scene are holding strong but the cruiser scene is dwindling. I like seeing companies still putting out affordable cruisers. It'll be a sad day when an overpriced Harley is the only cruiser one can purchase new.
Agreed
Here in Brazil we're basically living on those sad days. Besides the Vulcan 650s, the only middle/large size Cruiser/Custom bikes you can buy new are Harleys. Glad I managed to find a used 900VN, with only 24.000km.
Have you ever owned a Harley? I used to think they were overpriced as well and just didn’t understand until I owned one. If you have never owned one, you won’t understand
@@TinyDragon owned? No. Ridden? MANY. I have yet to sit on one that feels and rides like it is worth the price tag. Some people love them, and that is fine. I ride a Yamaha Raider that cost me $6,000. Comfortable, easy to ride, and the 113 in it is a monster and a shit ton of torquey fun. Only Harley I've ridden that I like as much is the Lowrider S. But... Even that doesn't ride nice enough to justify the $12,000-$14,000 premium(before interest) over my bike's cost I have to pay to own one. It's just not $20,000 nice. The only thing owning one versus simply riding one will do for me is insure that I am bleeding money for a ride that can be had, more reliably, for less.
@@christopher7310 check the price of any bike today. anything with a big engine other than a honda rebel is gonna be over 1ok and in this orice range. have you ridden a modern fuel injected harley that is in the big twin category? softail or touring bike. old dynas and more entry level bikes like sportsters do not count.
I've ridden all sorts of bikes, from sportsters to vmaxes to road kings sport touring bikes to my 2020 low rider s and somehow my Vulcan 900 still to this day amazes me with how enjoyable of a ride it is. I don't know what kind of balance Kawasaki struck with it but god I hope they never stop. It's got enough power to have fun with, it's perfectly capable of comfortably touring the entire USA and it'll do it without a single complaint, it's probably the lowest maintenance motorcycle ever made outside of something like a Goldwing, they look and sound really good, it's very affordable, and somehow they rolled all of this into a bike that's perfectly suitable to start on! I'm legit thinking about selling my Harley to get another one. The only cruiser I enjoyed as much was the Road King but they cost 3 times as much lol. I subbed, thanks for the video.
Ive had a vzr m109R and a vtx1300.. powerful but heavy bikes.. my vn900 is super light and enough power now i have a fuel controller and baron 34t front pulley and .. a k & n filter and stage one exhaust mod
I bought one of these for my wife who began riding at 72. She is 5' 4". I am 6'5" and can fit on her bike comfortably. It is good on the interstate, but also running around town. My Victory Vision Premium Tour is a bit more of a challenge at 900 lbs. I look forward to using her Vulcan when she upgrades. They are smooth, reliable, and a lot of fun. Welcome to the cruising world young man.
Kudos to your wife! that is awesome
absolutely beautiful little bike. Engine is bullet proof and extremely economical to own. Great value for the money (about $12k AUD) I've owned a Harley V-Rod Muscle, and a Ducati Diavel. Both are superior bikes, but at more than twice the price... to buy AND maintain. I would be proud to own another Vulcan 900 Classic
It's not a small bike, what are you talking about?
I’m 6’2 240lbs this will be my first bike. So sweet!!
I’m similar size. Have you gotten one yet? If so how is it riding at your height and weight? Thanks
I had one of these last year, should never have got rid of it... loved it.
The looks are KILLER .I LIKE IT 😊
I own a 2019 Classic. Put some 10 inch mini apes on it as well as new grips and clear turn signal lenses. I love riding it. If I ever were to buy another cruiser I’d still keep my Vulcan.
I'm still puzzled why they don't sell this here in Italy (and in other EU countries :( )
The only cruiser Kawasaki sells is the Vulcan S. But I'd prefer this one.
I am on my second Vulcan 900 classic LT. I traded my first one, which I loved to ride, for a Triumph America. I loved the America but missed the Vulcan so much I bought a 2022 Vulcan Classic LT. I gave the Triumph to my son in law because he really is a great son in law. He gave it a good home and I have visitation privileges. The Vulcan is better on the highway over distances and the Triumph is better on twisty roads. 11:21
😂😂🤣🤣 “smoking out of a Prius” 😂😂😂
Ive owned 5 bikes - and now on a Vulcan 900 LT - my favorite! - a true medium sized cruiser
Great review, man. Told me everything i wanted to hear about 🔥🔥
this is about the last metric crusier that still looks like a cruiser
So, you don't know the Suzuki and Honda lines? Poor baby.
@@corneilcorneil You are compensating aren’t you? I think you are threatened by me LOL
@@TinyDragon Again, kid: assumptions, ONLY assumptions. Tiny Clown.
Got a 2010 custom with the same power plant .
They are what they are a relaxed criuser.
But the engine being under run makes it bomb proof
If you want quick get a ninja etc but these old design Vee twin liquid cooled thumpers are bloody ultra reliable & even the belts last for a rediculous amount of time.
Just change the oil frequently and you have one of the most reliable bikes around.
Just bought the new Vulcan 900 Classic LT. Wish it came with white walls. Big bang for the buck. Rides so smooth
used ones are cheap no dealer fee no worries to scratch make this bike great for beginners ,that's what I did , super happy . I'll buy a new one when ready
Loved the video! Enjoyed it thoroughly!
This bike is one of the lightest cruisers on the market that still is a true cruiser but it handles everything great you can sink it into curves pretty damn fast and it's peppy enough to get into trouble on. It's actually a great starter bike. Your right it's a couch and it is so forgiving to new rider mistakes. I've got a chance to ride a lot of different bikes and own a good few but this bike is staying in my lineup. Well the 08 model 900 lt lol you get a windshield with it and saddles. But I'd recommend this for any man and bigger frame women all do respect but if your a smaller person both tall and round. A vstar 650 would fit you maybe a little better
Great review! Informative AND funny! The prius smoking guy was hilarious!
This is my first bike and I actually found it quite nimble and did not notice the weight much due to the low centre of gravity.
That bike is perfection. I hate tassels 😂. Your bike is perfect !
It’s funny hearing you’re a “real biker”. And the Prius emissions jokes are killing me!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣
😂😂🤣🤣🤣 “feels like I’m riding a couch down the rode..”
I’m too loud at my job bro calm down.🤣🤣
Cruisers are just great fun and relaxing to ride - and this Kawa Vulcan 900 classic is top-notch. It takes one way back to the 50s and 60s when we all watched The Wild Bunch (well or some 15 years later) and were too young to go beyond dreaming of owning it. Good choice! I got mine (Classic LT) just in the Spring of 2020 and be really happy with it. Maybe you consider and join the cruiser tribe?
Wasn't it the Wild One with Marlon Brando??
I just bought a 2013 Vulcan Classic, has Cobra Dragster pipes, and is stupid loud lol Also has the LT trim, so has the windsheild, saddlebags, crash bars, back rest etc and my favorite, highway pegs.
I have vulcan 900 xustom. I love your review 👍8️⃣
I have a 2012 Vulcan 900 as my first bike. Love it but my only complain is the missing 6th gear. if Kawa made it with, its just perfect. Oh, and it comes with 16" apes. Got used to it and the bike is forgiving and manageable. Love the review
Ive just got the 34 tooth Baron front pully... standard is 32t so it helps higher the gearing..
I have a 2007 Vulcan 900 Custom which I've owned since 2009. It's a good bike. I'm not a huge fan of having the speedometer on the tank, since I have to look down to see it. Also, mine has a chrome surround on the instrument pod which the sun reflects right off of. I'm in Phoenix and on a hot summer day, it is not a pleasant feeling when I'm at a light and feel all of the heat coming off of the engine. Also it supposedly has a 5+ gallon tank but I've never been able to put more than 4 gallons in it.
One of the bikes in my garage!
This is a beaut definitely want one. I think my car days are over.
#RIPGio
I like the fact that they have come out with a new year but they have not made any changes to the motorcycle whatever no good.
Dude that finish is Awesome!
I want become a Kawasaki Cruiser engineer ... they are on holiday since 2006! 😂😂
Lol
Great video!
And totally agree, not the greatest first bike lol, I have a 2012 Custom and I freaking love it, but damn it is HEAVY. Learned how to ride motorcycles on it.
That steering lock at tight corners you mention does happen to me a lot, so if someone else does the same as me and get this beauty as your first bike, I recommend to practice those low speed manouvers.
Looks like Freedom Powersports in Canton? I just picked up a new ZX14R from them a few weeks ago. Nice people over there!
I have the Classic Lt bagger version. I’m not a cruiser guy. I like small dual purpose bikes or standards in the 250-500 cc range because I like exploring off road on a regular basis. But my wife was not liking the lack of leg room on the back of my Suzuki TUx 250 that we were using for our week long camping trips, so I bought my Vulcan off of a relative and put a Mustang seat on it. Now the wife is a very happy camper. After riding small bikes for 50 years it took a while to get used to the mile long wheel base and nearly 700 pound bulk, but once I did get used to it I got to like it well enough. It is a lot more fun for me than a Goldwing would be. For a cruiser it is a pretty good bike.
I love mine! Have the cobra exhaust and cobra powrflo intake. It's on the little too loud side.
I own the same bike. Mines got the paint scheme reversed and I think it makes a world of difference on this bike
I like it alot 😊
Bro, you make me nervous at stop lights. It could just be perspective from your gopro, but it looks like you have no room to get out and avoid being rear ended and sandwiched between cars. Leave more room in front of you and stop off to the side of the car so you can bolt out of danger if someone's coming up on you fast.
I'm 6'5 about 185. I'm looking to get a VN 900 as my first bike. Would that be a good idea?
I'm 6'7 240pounds, I bought one earlier this year, it's great, Japanese bikes are maintenance free great on gas, and it's big for tall people like me and yourself.
I have 2023 500 miles. Selling for $9000. That’s a steal trust me
Let’ssssss goooooooo
Being a Padres fan, I want the 2022 in brown/black/gold stripe. That sparkle is sexy. Too bad I just bought my Versys, or I would’ve bought that one. Just not sure about the bars though.
Good review.
Love from DeKalb Mississippi USA 🇺🇸
I just bought the 2022 same bike. It's a pig but I love it. I'm just trying to figure out my balance because it's very bottom heavy. I'll figure it out after we dump a few times.
Great review, the Prius one was awesome! ;-) (new sub)
You should have ridden the LT version with windshield and saddle bags.
Lmaooo "if ur calf game is strong enough"
How does it handle around 80 -85 on the highway?
vn Vulcan classic 900 good motorcycle 👍🏍️✌️
I like this motorcycle 👍👍👍
vulcan 900s are my favorite bikes; but, tbh, the style notes on this one just ain't my jam. What too much chrome. (Okay, "any" is excessive in my opinion!) Not digging the colors or the white walls. That's just me. What i love....pretty much everything else! great review!
personally the color scheme on these bikes my 2021 is perfect , blacked out engine, matte black frame, chromed exhaust and handle bars, with the get and white fenders. perfect balance!
Nice bike!
I'm 57" and drive a ninja 1000, will I be comfortable with vulcan 900.....plan to shift to a cruiser at my age of 62
I'm 5'7 i fit perfect on my 900 classic
Thank u
big cruisers motorcycles are intimidating if you never ride them
The vulcan 900 need a six gear
ive got the 34t baron pulley on mine.. makes it much better at 80mph
After all these years kawasaki couldn't upgrade to a 6 speed .
After countless complaints and pleas...pure laziness on kawasakis part...
Is it a 6 Speed ?
5 speed
Put the first three minutes and just get to the review of the bike
At that weight with so low torque and Hp, it's a snail....
Nope.
Looks like a great value, just balking at 50 h.p. and 600 pounds. Sounds anemic to me.
One thing that doesn't get mentioned enough is it is also fuel injected. It pulls instantaneously. Not a neck breaker for speed, but hardly anemic, especially when actually on it. Remember video does very poor to translate speed.
Couch 😂😂😂
Casi pesa lo que una indian scout...
There is nothing massive about a 900cc bike
This guy sounds like he should be at a Star Wars convention, not riding a bike
Dude gave a good review. Real bitch move dogging him over his voice
Just decided to go on the internet and mock a stranger? You doing ok?
Excellent review, this bike looks and sounds gorgeous. I'd love to see you compare it to the Vulcan S.
cringe
lol I’m the type to buy this bike and I started on a 2018 Honda Ruckus and I love it but I want something big and fast enough for the highway dou I’m a backroad roadrunner 🫡