For years I wanted to test ride the kawasaki Vulcan s because it looked like a blast to ride. So when I when kawasaki was doing a demo day near me recently i jumped at the opportunity to take it for a spin and I have to say it was fun and different than anything I rode before, i was impressed how quick it was, I definitely want to add it as a second bike with my honda vtx 1300. 👍 great review
Just bought a 2023 and I agree on all points. I did buy the ergo package since I am 5’6” but the flat feet make it perfect and so comfortable for a great in control ride
It was my first moto season in 2023, KVS was my choice, 5500km by 5 months in Moscow and nearest cities. KVS is great bike for newbies as well as for experienced riders! Nothing to complain about, except mb the sound, that's why I instantly changed the exhaust with Arrow
I own a KVS, and love it. however, the Rebel 1100 comes with a more tech, torque, and HP for that extra money. Would be something to consider when making the choice
I bought brand New Vulcan S in 2019, after 5 years and over 40,000 miles i still love it. My addons are; new seat, led aux lights, outlet power, saddle bags. Now all Kawasaki needs to do is build Vulcan S 1000 then i would buy it.
Wish my Harley Dyna had the Kawasaki "Ergo-Fit" system. Moving my controls from mids to forwards cost me about $600 at a local shop. The easily moved controls, seat position, and handlebars on the Vulcan S are so underrated.
I purchased 2023 Vulcan s 650, March and sold or traded by June. Purchased 2020 SV650 less 4k miles, perfectly balanced vtwin. It cost more to build two heads than inline twin. There are no balance shafts. Much less moving parts, and a better ride. Vulcan ride over normal street bumps with feet forward send your body up.
This or the ctx700? Especially if you're mainly thinking about cornering ability. They're starting to be in the same price range in my area and other than the ctx700 being a tad slower in a straight line, I cant decide. If the vulcan s had better mpg it would be an easy decision. Coming from a vz800.
CTX 700 gets better gas mileage. I was averaging 65 mpg. Vulcan S will get you about 47 miles per gallon. Performance is way better in the Vulcan S. So it’s a tough choice. It would come down to how important fuel economy is to you. Vulcan S is way more exciting.
I've never rode a Vullcan S, but I did sit on one a few months ago and found it very comfortable. Of course all the Kawasakis I ever owned were very comfortable. My wife is crippled and can't ride any more, but if she recovers where she can ride again I want another bike. My three choices are a Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, Kawasaki VUlcan S, or a Triumph Bonneville. Time will tell.
Well, I fianlly went to check out some bikes. First Triumphs, a Speed 400, Bonneville T100 and a Speed Twin 900, none of wihch suited me.Then Royal Enfiled, a Meteor 350 and the Super Meteor 650. The 350 is just too smal for what I want and the Supermeteor rode terrible. I felt every bump and crack in the road. I hope to check out the Vulcan S soon, maybe tomorrow. There is a dealer not too far from me who has two 2024's, a left over 23 and a used 22. I hope to buy one of these and bring it home. Wish ne luck.
This is my first and only bike. My only gripe about it is the lack of a slipper clutch and traction control. I also had to have the seat modified for more comfort. And the handlebar vibrations can be jarring at high RPMs after a few hours of riding because of the parallel twin engine. But other than those that I mentioned, it is a great bike. That power is just insane especially when you get past 6000 RPM! This bike can keep up with those liter bikes on group rides.
I bought a Vulcan 650S in 2016. It was the biggest (engine) motorcycle I've owned. Due to the Euro-Fit options, it is a great motorcycle for new riders of all sizes. Simply stated, it is a fantastic motorcycle at a reasonable price.
It should be a requirement that manufacturers make self-canceling turn signals. I'm sure many accidents are caused by drivers thinking the rider is going to turn, since their signals are on.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 I can't count the number of times I've been riding with buddies and having to tell them to turn their blinkers off after they made a turn a 1/2 mile back. (Out of the 8 bikes I've owned, I think only my 1987 Beemer had the self-canceling signals.)
POUND FOR POUND AND DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR I THINK THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST MOTORCYCLE I HAVE BOUGHT ... 4 YEARS REGULAR OIL CHANGE AND BRAKE PADS 1 TIME ... HOWEVER IF YOU PLAN ON RIDING FOR MORE THEN 1 HOUR THEN YOU NEED TO GET THE SEAT PADDED ... WHICH I HAD DONE AND NOW I LOVE THE RIDE 100%
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 Thanks. I do like the looks of them, but was thinking the S has a more tried and true engine (and perhaps just a little more zip.) I'll have to check out your review...again thx.
Great review. The seat is shit. Everyone that buys a Vulcan S goes aftermarket. The exhaust sounds like a sewing machine. Everyone goes aftermarket w that as well. Great bikes. Super fun to ride and quite surprising how flickable it is.
It keeps a little bit of the air off your chest on the highway, but its wind blockage is negligible. You can get aftermarket bigger windscreens for it for sure.
For years I wanted to test ride the kawasaki Vulcan s because it looked like a blast to ride. So when I when kawasaki was doing a demo day near me recently i jumped at the opportunity to take it for a spin and I have to say it was fun and different than anything I rode before, i was impressed how quick it was, I definitely want to add it as a second bike with my honda vtx 1300. 👍 great review
Love my 2022 Vulcan S. It’s been a dream to own and ride. Great video.
love my Vulcan. It's not fancy, but it has tremendous torque, and it's light.
Never knew what to make of these Vulcans - very insightful.
I always appreciate hearing from you. Thank you for watching.
Just bought a 2023 and I agree on all points. I did buy the ergo package since I am 5’6” but the flat feet make it perfect and so comfortable for a great in control ride
Nice!!
does it have a slipper clutch?
@@deadrobot4157 no slipper clutch
It was my first moto season in 2023, KVS was my choice, 5500km by 5 months in Moscow and nearest cities. KVS is great bike for newbies as well as for experienced riders! Nothing to complain about, except mb the sound, that's why I instantly changed the exhaust with Arrow
I own a KVS, and love it. however, the Rebel 1100 comes with a more tech, torque, and HP for that extra money.
Would be something to consider when making the choice
I bought brand New Vulcan S in 2019, after 5 years and over 40,000 miles i still love it. My addons are; new seat, led aux lights, outlet power, saddle bags. Now all Kawasaki needs to do is build Vulcan S 1000 then i would buy it.
Other than regular maintenance, we're there any mechanical issues that you had to put money into? Thinking about getting one soon
@@justanothergunaddict880 no just brakes, tires, oil change. That's it. Very reliable and affordable to maintain.
Wish my Harley Dyna had the Kawasaki "Ergo-Fit" system. Moving my controls from mids to forwards cost me about $600 at a local shop. The easily moved controls, seat position, and handlebars on the Vulcan S are so underrated.
In my short experience with rebel 500, 1100dct, and vulcan s, no doubt ill get vulcan if i didnt want rebel1100 for dct
So good that I bought one.
Nice!
Very Informative
I purchased 2023 Vulcan s 650, March and sold or traded by June. Purchased 2020 SV650 less 4k miles, perfectly balanced vtwin. It cost more to build two heads than inline twin. There are no balance shafts. Much less moving parts, and a better ride. Vulcan ride over normal street bumps with feet forward send your body up.
Sooooo Suzuki better????
Good insight.. so which one you like more? And why
This or the ctx700? Especially if you're mainly thinking about cornering ability.
They're starting to be in the same price range in my area and other than the ctx700 being a tad slower in a straight line, I cant decide. If the vulcan s had better mpg it would be an easy decision. Coming from a vz800.
CTX 700 gets better gas mileage. I was averaging 65 mpg. Vulcan S will get you about 47 miles per gallon. Performance is way better in the Vulcan S. So it’s a tough choice. It would come down to how important fuel economy is to you. Vulcan S is way more exciting.
Do you have ann aftermarket plate bracket and brake light?
I don’t recall I just test rode it.
cruise control ?
Thank you for sharing.
I've never rode a Vullcan S, but I did sit on one a few months ago and found it very comfortable. Of course all the Kawasakis I ever owned were very comfortable. My wife is crippled and can't ride any more, but if she recovers where she can ride again I want another bike. My three choices are a Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, Kawasaki VUlcan S, or a Triumph Bonneville. Time will tell.
Well, I fianlly went to check out some bikes. First Triumphs, a Speed 400, Bonneville T100 and a Speed Twin 900, none of wihch suited me.Then Royal Enfiled, a Meteor 350 and the Super Meteor 650. The 350 is just too smal for what I want and the Supermeteor rode terrible. I felt every bump and crack in the road. I hope to check out the Vulcan S soon, maybe tomorrow. There is a dealer not too far from me who has two 2024's, a left over 23 and a used 22. I hope to buy one of these and bring it home. Wish ne luck.
This is my first and only bike. My only gripe about it is the lack of a slipper clutch and traction control. I also had to have the seat modified for more comfort. And the handlebar vibrations can be jarring at high RPMs after a few hours of riding because of the parallel twin engine. But other than those that I mentioned, it is a great bike. That power is just insane especially when you get past 6000 RPM! This bike can keep up with those liter bikes on group rides.
Traction Control?
For a 60+ BHP Moppet?
@@enricohagn My Yamaha nmax 125cc ,all 12hp is fitted with traction control. Good for when riding wet city streets.
@@Vanrides. Your life, your money 🤷
I bought a Vulcan 650S in 2016. It was the biggest (engine) motorcycle I've owned. Due to the Euro-Fit options, it is a great motorcycle for new riders of all sizes. Simply stated, it is a fantastic motorcycle at a reasonable price.
It should be a requirement that manufacturers make self-canceling turn signals. I'm sure many accidents are caused by drivers thinking the rider is going to turn, since their signals are on.
I’ve always liked self canceling turn signals myself
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 I can't count the number of times I've been riding with buddies and having to tell them to turn their blinkers off after they made a turn a 1/2 mile back. (Out of the 8 bikes I've owned, I think only my 1987 Beemer had the self-canceling signals.)
POUND FOR POUND AND DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR I THINK THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST MOTORCYCLE I HAVE BOUGHT ... 4 YEARS REGULAR OIL CHANGE AND BRAKE PADS 1 TIME ... HOWEVER IF YOU PLAN ON RIDING FOR MORE THEN 1 HOUR THEN YOU NEED TO GET THE SEAT PADDED ... WHICH I HAD DONE AND NOW I LOVE THE RIDE 100%
Next purchase should be a new keyboard with a working caps lock.
Just brought a 2023 Vulcan for my first bike. Havent even done my training yet but cant wait to get on it!
Interesting and informative comparison with the Honda but it's Kawa's obsolete unbalanced twin engine that puts me off.
I own a Vulcan 900 and as I'm older now, I'm looking for a lighter cruiser. It seems that the Rebel and the Vulcan S are my only options.
You can try the Kawasaki 450 Eliminator. I’ve got a full review on Tg MotoRider. It’s light but quick and comfortable.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 Thanks. I do like the looks of them, but was thinking the S has a more tried and true engine (and perhaps just a little more zip.) I'll have to check out your review...again thx.
Great review. The seat is shit. Everyone that buys a Vulcan S goes aftermarket. The exhaust sounds like a sewing machine. Everyone goes aftermarket w that as well. Great bikes. Super fun to ride and quite surprising how flickable it is.
Right about the exhaust, not the seat, though...
I have to ask... Did you end up buying it?
No. I showed restraint.
been thinking about getting this one!
Nice one seriously going to make this my next bike 🥂 from Uk 🇬🇧🥂
Thank you for watching!
Hows the highway feel with that windshield
It keeps a little bit of the air off your chest on the highway, but its wind blockage is negligible. You can get aftermarket bigger windscreens for it for sure.