2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S
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- Finding a large motorcycle with good ergonomics for shorter people can be quite a challenge. Usually, riders will have to make some concessions and sacrifice some comfort. The Ergo-Fit system on the Kawasaki Vulcan S is unique, allowing the customer to tailor the pegs, bars, and seat to best suit their individual body type.
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Christina should have her own TH-cam channel.
I'm sure she'd be an inspiration to a lot of women that are thinking about getting into riding, as well as new riders in general.
I agree! Very articulate. And I’m jokingly telling my daughters to consider which motorcycle they want (one is 4’11” and the other is probably going to max out at 5’2” or thereabouts). I know there’s safer ways to travel but I don’t want them thinking there’s anything they can’t do. I could see my younger daughter doing videos like this in the future. She’s shy but eats her fears for breakfast.
This format is fantastic. As someone researching bikes, it is great to hear the perspective of someone who is well spoken, rides often, yet isn’t so rehearsed sounding; it feels genuine and believable. Thanks!
Well I am 6'5" ...This System Needs to be Implemented On all Motorcycles..Regardless of "Brand"... Custom Fit ...Easy!
It is on other bikes but they charge for it, kawi dosnt charge which is how it should be. Had this bike for 2 years for the wife. Great bike. Then she wanted a scout. They have the same thing but charge for it. Really sucked.
Indian has multiple bar/seat/peg combos for the Scout, but they all cost extra. They are doing the same with the new FTR1200, they have a bunch of bar/peg/seat combos for it and it gets expensive FAST with that.
HD has had it for many years also ,there are 5 positions on a sportster. Yamaha had it 20 years ago I think. Just kawi is smart they advertise it. Spent all that money on the scout and got rid of it in less than a year was plagued with issues. The Vulcan was a great bime.
@@alfredvogl4052 they're scamming people here in the philippines they charge for the seat and handlebar change
@@bernardjameswilson in the U.S. seat, bars, and controls are free. At least they use to be anyway. I have not looked in awhile. But I liked the bike. Even with all the reduced controls I would buzz around on it.
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
As someone who is the same height as her, this video was perfect, just perfect.
Just stumbled on this vulcan s, instantly fell in love with it. Absolutely beautiful motorcycle
they don't mention this in the video, but the Vulcan S 650 twin is the fastest production cruiser motorcycle in its category (not including muscle cruisers).
Kawasaki went for a new niche, affordable sporty cruiser.
it is by far the fastest cruiser you can get for the money.
That is a good point and really one that's not brought up as much as the bike deserves. I've seen a few Vulcan S's setting pretty solid paces, though they do seem to touch down hard parts pretty quick.
Law Abiding Citizen honda Rebel 500 ?
Because no one cares how fast a cruiser is. Its a cruiser.
@@diobrando6147 I disagree - this is the best of both worlds. A relaxed ride and fun when you want it.
@@benjamincs1 so Fun = Fast? Thats so wrong.
That's a nice looking bike! I would prefer it be belt driven though.
Amazing short riders review!! Please we need more short riders reviews!! Specially for dirt bikes , Christina is the best choice for those videos please please make it happen !! Love you guys !!
this bike was my love at first sight
Just bought my first bike today, 2018 vulcan s 650. Happy so far.
Was it cheaper because it's last years model.
How has it been??
It’s great to see a real world review of the ergo fit system 👍
I bought a Vulcan S Café last Saturday with Arrow system🏍😎 Amazing bike 👌
I ride my slightly modified Vulcan S through the twisties every weekend with both my cousins street triple and MT10, it isa real underdog that delivers the goods
People who ride cruisers like curvy roads we just dont feel the need to take a 35mph corner at 80MPH
That's like liking sex but not wanting it to involve two squirrels and a gallon of vegetable oil.
I call that being a rolling road block...
Wow! A Biker with brains! WTF.....nice hearing from a biker that is not an idiot dumbass crash waiting to happen!
Sorry to burst the bubble but this thing is pretty zippy
An R6 has roughly a 3.1sec 0-60
The 2015 vulcan s has a 4.2sec 0-60
@@jamesjammiejam what's u tryin to pointing out?
Super excited to be my first bike, cant stop thinking of it day and night. working my ass off to afford one by the summer 2021 and enjoy beautiful British Colombia's landscapes... Peace and love to everyone
Did you get one? Just curious, looking to buy one.
Not to mention this bike is sturdy AF. I recently collided into the back of another car at about 30 mph.
Low and behold, and i kid you not, the bike had NO damage. Just the handlebars got misadjusted , and were taken care of the next day.
I was astonished.
This is good info I'm planning on purchasing it
Riding and texting aye?
@@LynxStarAuto haha, no, she cut me off, about 5 feet in front of me, and slammed her brakes.
@@dustywilson5461 That's awful. Glad you're okay 🙂
Excellent video, thank you for creating & posting 👍🏻
The lack of adjustability for motorcycles is annoying and inexcusable, especially considering how expensive they are. It's not that complicated. If engineers can do it with cars and bicycles there's no reason they can't do it with motorcycles. I'm 6'4" and thankfully I found the Versys, which basically fits me, but is still a bit small.
OMG what a gorgeous bike!
I am looking to buy this Motorcycle and this video pretty much sold it for me. Thank you for the great video.
Love the look of these bikes. And I’m happy they have size adjustments. I’m 6’3 and a newbie rider. So that’s really comforting to hear haha. I feel like this is probably the one I’ll get.
I'm 5'11" and I use the middle setting and it's fantastic. I'm sure the tall setting would fit you perfectly.
Vulcans are the best in terms of riding traveling and comfort. I have 1996 and still have it till today. Im very happy with my motorbike and enjoy riding it always 😊
Very interesting. I've kind of stopped wanting to complete my license and ride after a low speed crash, coming to a stop on top of a steep street but this gives me some hope. I'm 5ft 6in and I have some serious knee injuries from before so I don't feel comfortable without both my feet touching the ground. And Christina is really inspiring.
This looks awesome. I’m thinking about getting my bike licence and I’m really sold on these things. They look like a good place to start.
Finding this video again and realized Christina bought my Tiger 800! Crazy. She’s super cool. A true motorcycle enthusiast.
Awesome review with all the topics by Christina.
I used to have a 1989 454LTD. I put a savage seat on it to get rid of the sissy bar and put german made forward controls on it. loved it for all around riding. got to the age where getting smashed by a car is no longer something I want to risk. so sold it to someone much younger and he loves it. kawasaki makes some very good motorcycles.
Just got mine! Just simply put, perfectly working bike smooth riding.
That fit system is really cool! And I am not even a cruiser fan.
Honestly this bike looks pretty friggin stunning! I recently bought my first bike which is a 04 Vulcan 800 and it handles very very well! For a bike as large as it is its pretty damn fast for an 800cc. Now I cant keep up with sport bikes at all but its a very fun rid!
This is my dream bike!!! I will buy it one day!!
I'm same build as Christina & learning to ride & considering Vulcan S as 1st bike. Thanks for in depth review of Ergo-Fit for short women. Now Christina I just need to know your channel so I can follow & see you rip the track! 🏍️ 💨
Nice! Love the vulcan line, really enjoy mine.
Me too👍
@06:40 to 07:01 Christina you looked just like Sarah from Days Gone. Its great to get the review from an experience professional motorcycle rider. Thumbs up.
Good review. Thank you. Although I am a Ninja type of bike guy, I really appreciate the practical review like this!! (Thank you)
I’m curious to what degree she misses the cruiser ride after she’s gone back to her regular bikes.
Nice honest review. Nice approach too, letting her ride the bike for 3 months. In general, they need to fit better shocks on ALL budget Japanese bikes.
I like her. I knew that seat they sold her first wasn't looking to comfy. Nice review.
Amazing how well the bike fit her! My wife experiences similar issues at 5'4"
I experience the other end I'm 6'2". So many sport bikes I just can't ride! I loved my ZX10, just couldn't ride it for more than an hour and a half or so.
What problem do you face, not the seat height ofcourse?
That's not a height problem, that's just how superbikes are. I'm 5 ft 7 and can't ride a CBR1000 for more than 30 minutes.
@@motorpolitan8884 Sport bikes are very tiring
Zx14 bruh, or like me, get a cbr1100xx
Wow, Ergo-fit system would be the best choice for whom want to buy the exact bike! I wanna see the awesome process in Kawasaki, South Korea
And one thing they failed to pimp was the ‘positive neutral finder’, which my wife really liked every time she came to a stop and wanted Neutral...no more shooting thru Neutral and going into 2nd gear which is a common complaint of new riders on most bikes.
The lady is quite frank and explicit in sharing her experience
I want one so bad, as soon as I can afford to haha. Currently loving my little Rebel 250 cruiser
How is the new Rebel, or is it an old-gen Rebel you are talking about? Cheers!
@@sparklysparks77 I was on thr Rebel 250. Now I'm on the Yamaha Virago 535! Looking to move to something around 900cc like the Triumph Scrambler next year sometime. I have some motorvlogs on my channel actually with the Rebel and Virago
Glad to know the bike can twisty roads. I hope Christina reviews a SV650.
I'm a suzuki fan boy but after seeing the reviews on this bike i think i'll get one
One of the most exciting and surprising motorcycles I’ve ever ridden. I have a Versys 650 and love it, but I thought the Vulcan S was more fun and exciting. It’s not a cruiser, it’s a recumbent Ninja 650. I would buy one.
Got a 2015 Vulcan S. Awesome bike for my short legs (5 ft 6 in), can outrun Harley's in the 883-1200 cc range. Can curve really great.
Only thing I wished was that it had the 900cc 4 cylinder engine for even more ooomph, but that might be asking for too much LOL.
I'm 5ft 8 in. Do you think I should choose the reduced reach??
What a brilliant idea! Kawasaki should implement this system into all of their machines. They would make a fortune, especially if they could adjust the reach to the ground or find a way to retro fit older motorcycles. Custom fit bikes could be the way of the future.
Resale is fked though
That’s cool. You guys are cruising in Azusa, California. More specifically Azusa Canyon.
I'm seriously considering one of these bikes, light weight cruiser that is adjustable, really cool
Did you get one? Just curious, looking to buy one.
What an engine.
I have it in the Versys.
this is great, I'd love to see something like Ergo-Fit be a standard for the industry, We're spending many thousands on a bike... it'd be nice to have something that bicycle owners have been getting as part of their purchase for years now when buying new.
The turnsignals are so funny, they jump up and down the whole time.
Awesome review thank you so much
Apart from cringe-worthy comments by the other (male) road-tester, a good review and explanation of the ergo-fit system. Girl road-tester knew her stuff and gave a good critique. At about the same height myself, I can empathise with the point about not having to get off just to move the bike around.
nice looking bike
My dream bike
Setup for weight - great point. I don't see how any bike, let alone a new bike, that's sold by a dealership should have sag set correctly as part of delivery at least...more adjustable bikes should have at least one suspension set up included with the sale.
Good topic, Mo. I've wanted to see the Ergo fit system reviewed since this bike same out.
I asked my dealership to set mine and they did when i bought my bike.
Excellent review. Sign her on.
Hi could u do a review for new Honda rebel 500 2019? Thanks
I love the look of the Vulcan I just really hate the MPG at 50 :/
I never thought about the suspension being tuned for rider weight as part of the ergo fit, but do you think maybe it's heavily sprung by default just because it's more of a sport orientation than a cruiser when it comes to performance? Great video!
Wow you convinced me to buy this bike
This "entry level" cruiser is actually faster than most of your big v-twin cruisers on the market just by virtue of being so much lighter, but the power is quite manageable as the Kawi 650 twin has one of the easiest to manage powerbands aorund. I think it is also one of the best handling cruisers on the market, at least on a par with an Indian Scout, if not one of the '00s Japanese sport cruisers. And it's downright cheap to boot. Around the same price as Harley's pathetically underwhelming Street 500.
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This will be my first bike
Great video and review! Thanks for not making it a KTM Duke this time...
These features SHOULD BE in all bikes. Bikes arent cheap and they have to provide to the customer.
Será que essa vai ser minha próxima moto... Será. Pra nós que temos o preço da gasolina exorbitante é uma ótima opção junto a NC750X e SV650A.
Nice bike
She said that the suspension is not adjustable? But on the website it says that you CAN adjust it to have it softer
It’s amusing how pc the size options are instead of tall average and short the put reduced each or extended reach
Soon as they build vulcan 1000cc I'm definitely buying it !🤔
Right. I need a little more engine...im a big guy to get down the road
Kawa 650 - too good !!
This is a great motorcycle!!!!!
I'm really falling in love with this bike and haven't been able to try one because I live in northern Italy and there's a dealership nearby with them but it's closed. I love this idea of being fit to the rider I guess for me at 5'11" the standard like medium reach would probably be perfect but I'm really looking forward to going to see one in the flesh when I get chance.
I'm 5'10" and have the extended pegs, extended seat and have a set of 8 inch mini apes. I am a slight bit stretched out on it but I like that feel. Legs are pretty far out almost to highway peg position and my arms are extended fully with a tiny bend. Long story short, standard fit is okay for someone your size but if you like some extra room, you'll want to go to extended reach for at least your foot pegs.
@@xfiringsquadx Ahhh that sounds pretty good then, I might try a fitting soon and just see how things feel. Thanks for sharing your experience I'll note it down.
@@y05077 Did you ever check the Volcano S out?
I own a Vulcan S and I ride a MV Agusta 1090RR as well. I can tell that when I ride the Vulcan S, I beat the shit out of it big time .. it's an amazing bike ! I love it ! The only thing is the suspension is absolutely Terrible !.. but yeah I know that it's maybe not design the be ride that hard.. however .. awesome bike overall!
And yes, I have the Vulcan as a back up bike when the MV is in repair .. hahaha
I was at the Glenwood(eugene and springfied)dealership in Oregon and they didn't tell me about that cuz I was sitting, there on it, and wanting to buy it but the handlebars are too far I'm 5' 4" and legs stretched out on the pegs. And have kids need second pegs and backrest ( one I was looking at did not have the pegs for the passenger.
Where this dealership at to get sized up. So leaning to the Honda because of it fitting me.
What type of mirrors are on this model bike I would Ike some as they are more slim line than the 2019 model mirrors
Gear indicator is nice, but I know what gear I'm in by throttle feel after some time on bike. Grew up riding off road and street bikes with no indicator so you learn to rely on feel not visual.
wow,troy siahaan is a bataknese. proud of you man. truly
If Kawasaki took this design, made it a bit bigger and added a 107 V-Twin with a 240 rear, it would be a winner
What she says about the suspension makes a lot of sense. When she hit bumps, it was like watching a paper flap in the wind.
Does anyone have any idea why the Vulcan S has such a small crankcase compared to other motorcycles in its class? It holds a full quart less oil than an SV 650 or a XSR 700 for example. I was always under the impression that more oil equals better lubrication and cooling for the engine and its internal components and therefore smoother operation. Has anyone heard of any overheating issues with the Vulcan S? I read/watched some reviews that said the Vulcan S engine doesn't dissipate heat all that well and that you can definitely feel it on your legs when riding. Wondering if that doesn't have something to do with its low oil capacity.
Is the Ergo system installed on the 2015 Vulcan S?
Ergonomics redefined...
I think it's a great move
She's Cute, and the bike does look nice also
2010 Kaw Vulcan 900 has the ability to adjust the suspension. Pretty sure you can adjust this model too.
Having all these sizing choices should be standard on all bikes. I remember when I bought my cruiser, Vulcan Classic 900, I got it because it was the first bike I ever sat on that just fit my 6 foot frame perfectly. Every other bike I've owned or ever test drove felt awkward at first and it took a few weeks to get used to the ergonomics. I currently own 5 bikes now: Hayabusa, Yamaha Vino, KTM 450, old Suzuki 850G, and the Vulcan, and I ride the Vulcan way more than the others because it just fits me so well.
This or a rebel 500 for a new rider that's 5' 8" and 200lb?
Very good idea from the manufacturer. But should be able to be adjusted by the owner.
You can adjust on your own at anytime. Seat is one bolt swap. Pegs are a few extra bolts but simple, handlebars are more time consuming but also quite simple. Also available is an extra extended reach aftermarket R&G foot peg modification for extra long legs like mine.
Awesome review.....ya kinda lost me on notoriously terrible roads in Los Angeles though lol I'm from Cincinnati.....you don't know terrible roads hahahaha
Is there other way to have a back seat on this bike or this is solo rider only
Can a 5 flat lady handle this bike? I wana ride with my wife with my versys 1000, but shes just 5'0" and vulcan s has 1 of the lowest seat on market.
Would love to see it with the pegs even farther back. Forward controls have always made my back hurt.
Hardly a cruiser then
is there a cruiser motorcycle more nimble than this, thats over 500cc?
Dude, riding twisties and back country roads is what I mostly do on my Vulcan S. My husband as well on his big Honda Interstate. Don’t be so quick to stereotype cruiser riders. Here in West Virginia we are known for major twisties. I’ve owned sport bikes and cruisers.
this is fucking awesome! kawasaki, like a tailored suit for your body.