I compare my 2020 Vulcan s to my 2007 Suzuki sv650. Great beginner bike but deadly quick and fun with an experienced rider aboard. When I go to the garage, I usually grab the keys to the 2020 vulcan s over my 06 sv650, 07 Softail night train or the 2012 gsxr 750. Its just so friggin fun and easy to ride even though Ive ground the pegs to nothing twice already 😂
I bought a 2021 one like this 3 weeks ago for $1600 , it was crashed , front forks snapped and tank dent , i fix it and i have it running now 💯💯🔥 its pretty smooth ,it only had 315 miles on it too .. perfect for a beginner or even for just a cruise or commute.
YAS! This is my first bike! I love 'er to bits. She's a wonderful machine, simple, easy to ride, nimble and really classy looking. It's from the Big 4 so it's gonna be reliable. She's a great bike.
@@rogueworm5810 The seat isn't the most comfortable thing in the world after about an hour, hour and a half, so longer rides can be a bit of a pain in the ass (literally).
Been watching videos about this bike for a month, never had a bike before and I'm about to get a similar one. I'm nervous to be honest. The bike is beautiful. Love for the love people.
Very enjoyable review with a load of insight. Just beginning information collecting into riding, so the points on horse power and CC's to determine beginner bikes are extremely helpful. Thanks for a great video.
@@RevZolution I have had some problems getting a clear answer about the 2022 model having LED lighting system. We all know the headlight is not the best, for evening riding. This would have the bike have some better updates. Maybe this is to much to as? As for the cost, I agree it should be lower. The 2 years, the cost has be going up by $100 a year. With nothing to show for it?
@@RevZolution yep I’m back in to bike’s after a 35 years break now 56 so wish I’d did my test when I first started riding would have been a lot cheaper 🤣🤣🤣🏍️💨💨💨
My son has one, he loves it and has destroyed the hero blobs on the pegs. De catted Arrow exhaust and it sounds great. It's A2 restricted but seems to pull like a train I was impressed and I ride a 120 bhp Versys 1000.
The Arrow exhaust sure adds an oomph to the ride. We did a Vulcan S meet up earlier this year at Loomies Cafe. Would be nice to get out there again, lovely area. :)
I’m happy I found your video, I bought this motorcycle two days ago and coming from riding a HD Sportster1200 I was really “concerned” about the downsizing, but you made me see it in a different way! 😊 Thank you 🙏🏻 PD: What cameras are you using on the helmet and the motorcycle?? I would love to buy one of them for myself!
Hi I am 5’9”. I found my lower back ached when I rode mine. The dealer gave me the gear change levers so I adjusted the foot pegs to their rearmost position. It helped but still not comfortable. I then adjusted the handlebars back towards me and that made a massive difference.
@@RevZolution yep, about there! Much better though with the handlebars more backwards in my case. Handlebar position now makes me think I am on a Speedmaster 😃
the ninja 650r is the engine you were referring to- it uses the same 650cc twin engine that the Vulcan s, versys and er6n bikes. the ninja zx6r is the sport bike model in that displacement range.
I'm selling this one. Can't afford two bikes anymore with the Mrs not working due to her cancer. It's an epic bike. You'll love it. I'm gutted I can't keep it but it's put a smile on my face
Just wanted to make everyone aware that Srkcycles did 0-60 tests on the Vulcan S and the XSR700... The Vulcan S was faster, yet everyone says how the Vulcan S doesn't have a lot of power. Nobody seems to notice the lack of power the XSR700 has though probably because they're biased. This bike is faster than a popular naked that loads of people rave about. I love the Vulcan S more and more every day.
I also thought the Vulcen S was over priced especially when compared to a Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650. The Super Meteor 650 can come with a windsceen, a passenger deat, passeenger backrest and paseenger foot pegs for about $7500. Where as the Vukcan S you have to buy all theat after you uy the bike for more money. But, would you trust a Royal Enfield as much as you would a Kawasaki? I've owned many bikes since 1967, some were Kwasaki's and every one of them were very dependable and very comfortable. That means a lot to me.
Good comparisons are Honda Rebel, Harley 750 street, Moto Guzzi V7 (?) and Royal Enfield Meteor (smaller engine and power). Compared to similar bikes it's there or there abouts with pricing...always could be less. Nice review.
You're definitely going to enjoy it. You can adjust it yourself however, when you sit on it for the first time you'll know if it's too close. Get them to do it as they're obliged to adjust it as part of the sale of the bike
The fact that the Kawasaki dealer told you not to worry about the first maintenance visit for like double the mileage should tell you something. Lovely country there 👍 Terrifying roads though 😋
Yes all day long. Its not a fast, powerful bike. Its got plenty of usable road power, you can take it easy or open it up and even if you open it up its only got 60bhp which won't cause you any issues.
Hello!! Looking at this bike a lot but not seen many people overtake on it. I need a bike that will easily overtake traffic at motorway motorway speeds as I'll be doing a lot of long distance travelling. Does this bike have the power to get up to speed quickly even if its already doing 50-60mph?
I think a tall screen would help however, It's a naked cruiser and therefore I'll take the compromise of the wind. I jump on the CBF1000GT for protection
@@RevZolution I thought that was the case, I wanted to buy a Vulcan 650 3 years ago when I bought the Versys, but there was a shortage of new bikes at that time and I went with the versys. I am looking at the vulcan again, but will try and get a demo on the Super Meteor as it looks a great bike
It seems you can't get 61 Bhp out of your mind. sports bike should be over 100bhp?. Go tell that to Barry Sheene if he was still about. There is a race class from 125cc upwards. What is this fixation with Bhp. Its speed that counts and Bhp does not always equal fast. This bike will pass 120 mph and cruise at 100 with ease. What use is 150 mph unless you are on the track? And as for overpriced. What else can you get for that money? Other than that, nice vid.
Is the Vulcan S over priced? YES, but so are a lot of other bikes from Kawasaki these days like the Z650RS. A basic universal Japanese motorcycle and it costs $9000. in the U.S. Can you buy a less expensive motorcycle? SURE. The Royal Enfield 650 in one. But at all the Royal Enfield dealers I've been they always chanrge a destination fee, and a set up fee which brings the price up to what a Kawasaki cost. At some Kawasaki dealers in my area (Ohio) they will not charge the destination fee or a set up fee making the out the door price about the same as a Royal Enfield 650. But the Kawasaki offers Japanese quailty, and I belive is a much better machine. And it looks much better than a Honda Rebel. The Kawasaki might cost a little more than some others, but I've NEVER had a bad Kawasaki. I have had trouble with other makes, like Yamaha and I will NEVER own another Yamaha. If you stay with Kawsaki you can't go wrong.
Definitely agree with you there. Although I cant say much for yamaha, never owned one however, I will be reviewing a lot of yamahas soon. So keep an eye on my channel
@@RevZolution I've owned four Yamahas and had trouble with all four of them. Never again. I've owned many motorcycyles, Hondas, Suzukis, Kawasakis, Yamahas, and Harley Davidsons. But I always had trouble with the Yamahas. People complain about Harleys , but for me the Yamahas have been the worst.
Brakes SUCK IMO. Coming from a bike that had brembo single 355 caliper on front and one smaller on back this doesn’t have any bite. It’s the worst part of the bike.. otherwise everything else is great.. especially with Corbin seat
I'm 6'2 200 and it fits me like glove! I got extended everything...Bars,Pegs. & seat. Plus you can adjust the handle bars forward if need be. I love my '22!
Definitely agree with you. Other colours look cheap. I wouldn't have minded a gloss black but they came with other colours in the black... looked cheap again
I like the Vulcan S but I think the Honda Rebel 1100 makes this bike less relevant. Its considerably more powerful with slightly less weight, and smoother. The higher cost is well worth it.
I've ridden the 1100 Rebel and as much as it's a good bike, it's nothing like the vulcan. Theyre in two different price ranges. The riding position is totally different. There's no forward controls it's like a cruiser bike that didn't have the balls to go full cruiser. I really like honda but they need to be brave and make bikes that are brilliant. Check out my reviews of the 1100 Rebel, 500 Rebel and the comparison between the 500 and 650
@@RevZolution I did. Why not wait till it IS the Performance edition? BTW, I bought a new 2020 KVS Cafe for $6,900 (£5000), price-out-the-door here in Dallas. Full insurance runs only $27/month. Cheers!
How can anything that is A2 compliant be a sports bike 🤣they're......wanna be sport bikes...which I guess still makes them sports bikes of some kind 🤔 I need to script this CZcams stuff 😉
I thought you were American for a second there... Aren't you from the land of MGs and Triumphs? That's like saying a GTO is a real sports car! It's all about the handling, my friend. Power is secondary.
owned the vulcan s 650 for a month; I am.a beginner rider and I love this bike
I compare my 2020 Vulcan s to my 2007 Suzuki sv650. Great beginner bike but deadly quick and fun with an experienced rider aboard. When I go to the garage, I usually grab the keys to the 2020 vulcan s over my 06 sv650, 07 Softail night train or the 2012 gsxr 750. Its just so friggin fun and easy to ride even though Ive ground the pegs to nothing twice already 😂
I bought a 2021 one like this 3 weeks ago for $1600 , it was crashed , front forks snapped and tank dent , i fix it and i have it running now 💯💯🔥 its pretty smooth ,it only had 315 miles on it too .. perfect for a beginner or even for just a cruise or commute.
That's brilliant. Check out my video on the best beginner motorcycle. I think you'll agree with that video
Good review, I bought one 2 years ago as a second bike, and I love it, its very underrated.
I have my Vulcan s over 3 years with 15k miles and going strong 💪. Great fun bike
It is definitely a great fun bike
Curious are you doing city riding/commuting or longer rides on the highway?
YAS! This is my first bike! I love 'er to bits. She's a wonderful machine, simple, easy to ride, nimble and really classy looking. It's from the Big 4 so it's gonna be reliable.
She's a great bike.
im looking to get my first motorcycle and im really interested in this back, anything you do not like about it?
@@rogueworm5810 The seat isn't the most comfortable thing in the world after about an hour, hour and a half, so longer rides can be a bit of a pain in the ass (literally).
Are aftermarket seats ready and available for this bike? I think this might be the right bike
@@rogueworm5810 Corbin's are about 500USD
Great thats perfect!
I enjoy my Kawasaki vulcan s650.
I am very pleased with it!
Plan to buy it too for cruising, watching this bike for a while and it is beautiful.
It's a great bike to buy, proper laid back cruiser
I just bought mine today , as my first bike , it’s pretty fun to ride
Been watching videos about this bike for a month, never had a bike before and I'm about to get a similar one. I'm nervous to be honest. The bike is beautiful. Love for the love people.
Thank you. When you get a bike you'll love it. Stick with it and you won't want to stop riding.
Very enjoyable review with a load of insight. Just beginning information collecting into riding, so the points on horse power and CC's to determine beginner bikes are extremely helpful. Thanks for a great video.
Only one thing which I complain is fuel gauge. It doesn't show proper capacity.
It’s looks like a great bike to get back on, after taking a 15 year break from riding.
It definitely is. I've had fast bikes but this one puts a smile on my face every time due to the riding position
@@RevZolution I have had some problems getting a clear answer about the 2022 model having LED lighting system. We all know the headlight is not the best, for evening riding. This would have the bike have some better updates. Maybe this is to much to as? As for the cost, I agree it should be lower. The 2 years, the cost has be going up by $100 a year. With nothing to show for it?
Gd review I’ve had mine three years now and love it 🏍️💨💨💨
Thank you. It's a cracking bike isn't it
@@RevZolution yep I’m back in to bike’s after a 35 years break now 56 so wish I’d did my test when I first started riding would have been a lot cheaper 🤣🤣🤣🏍️💨💨💨
It looks like perfection.
It is a brilliant bike. I actually miss owning it
My son has one, he loves it and has destroyed the hero blobs on the pegs. De catted Arrow exhaust and it sounds great. It's A2 restricted but seems to pull like a train I was impressed and I ride a 120 bhp Versys 1000.
It's a fantastic bike. I was gutted to see it go when I got rid of it last year. Hopefully he has many miles of fun riding it
Just got one and I love it!
Brilliant aren't they
@@RevZolution yeah! I’m riding it in and it just keeps getting better. Best decision I ever made when it comes to bikes.
Great review. Am considering the Vulcan S Performance alongside the Honda Rebel 500 (which my son has just bought, and it sounds amazing!)
Thank you, I done a review with both these bikes in one video as I was trying to decide, check that one out
The Arrow exhaust sure adds an oomph to the ride.
We did a Vulcan S meet up earlier this year at Loomies Cafe. Would be nice to get out there again, lovely area. :)
You'll have to give me the heads up next time you do a meet at loomies, it's only up the road from me. Some great rides to be had around there
Nice review. You forgot to mention Z650 in the line up.
I’m happy I found your video, I bought this motorcycle two days ago and coming from riding a HD Sportster1200 I was really “concerned” about the downsizing, but you made me see it in a different way! 😊 Thank you 🙏🏻
PD: What cameras are you using on the helmet and the motorcycle?? I would love to buy one of them for myself!
Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you're enjoying it.
I use a GoPro Hero 4 on my helmet and an insta 360 one x on the bike
@@RevZolution thanks for the reply & happy riding!! 🤩🏍
How are you liking the Vulcan 9 months out?
@@americancolt4585 I love it, obviously is very different than the HD but there’s a lot more I can do with this one !! 💯
It would be nice if you upgraded to a better camera with image stabilization
Funny you should say that. 4 stops away is my GoPro hero 6 from amazon. New videos will be of a higher quality now 👌
Hi
I am 5’9”. I found my lower back ached when I rode mine. The dealer gave me the gear change levers so I adjusted the foot pegs to their rearmost position. It helped but still not comfortable. I then adjusted the handlebars back towards me and that made a massive difference.
That's interesting to hear. Most people who own them have lower back top of the arse pain.
@@RevZolution yep, about there! Much better though with the handlebars more backwards in my case. Handlebar position now makes me think I am on a Speedmaster 😃
Only one thing which I complain is : the fuel gauge, it does not show proper capacity. When you see a half it means that you have 2/3. It's annoying.
the ninja 650r is the engine you were referring to- it uses the same 650cc twin engine that the Vulcan s, versys and er6n bikes. the ninja zx6r is the sport bike model in that displacement range.
Yep possibly my next bike have meteor 350 getting some experience past test in July this year ..67 and loving riding 😎🥂
I'm selling this one. Can't afford two bikes anymore with the Mrs not working due to her cancer.
It's an epic bike. You'll love it. I'm gutted I can't keep it but it's put a smile on my face
@@RevZolution that’s a shame I would 100% been interested mines new 🥴
@@fastestonearth1 hopefully mine will sell quickly. Its a year and half old with 900 miles on. 🤞
Just wanted to make everyone aware that Srkcycles did 0-60 tests on the Vulcan S and the XSR700... The Vulcan S was faster, yet everyone says how the Vulcan S doesn't have a lot of power. Nobody seems to notice the lack of power the XSR700 has though probably because they're biased. This bike is faster than a popular naked that loads of people rave about. I love the Vulcan S more and more every day.
I will do a 0 to 60 run for you, timed
I also thought the Vulcen S was over priced especially when compared to a Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650. The Super Meteor 650 can come with a windsceen, a passenger deat, passeenger backrest and paseenger foot pegs for about $7500. Where as the Vukcan S you have to buy all theat after you uy the bike for more money. But, would you trust a Royal Enfield as much as you would a Kawasaki? I've owned many bikes since 1967, some were Kwasaki's and every one of them were very dependable and very comfortable. That means a lot to me.
Can’t wait to get my Vulcan, just wondering what phone mount do you use?
I use the UltimateAddons mount. It's perfect, keeps the phone safe and dry. Check out my other video on the installation of the phone mount/charger
Hey R-Zee...another great review of the KVS...keep them coming (from Down Under!)
Thank you😊
i think i may be to big for it. going for the Night Rod instead
Beautiful view... Great review...
Thank you
My only complaint is the throttle, as soon as you let off it’s immediately starts engine braking hard.
I got a booster plug. Its to be installed tmrw hopefully it makes the difference!
The booster plug should help
Good comparisons are Honda Rebel, Harley 750 street, Moto Guzzi V7 (?) and Royal Enfield Meteor (smaller engine and power). Compared to similar bikes it's there or there abouts with pricing...always could be less. Nice review.
Thanks for the feedback. Check out my review with the Honda Rebel vs vulcan
@@RevZolution Cheers. Already watched that one :)
Just bought this bike can’t wait to take it out, being 6ft can I adjust the foot controls myself or dose the dealer need too?
You're definitely going to enjoy it. You can adjust it yourself however, when you sit on it for the first time you'll know if it's too close. Get them to do it as they're obliged to adjust it as part of the sale of the bike
Would the Motorcycle Insurance be lower priced on this Vulcan S 650 than the 650 Z , or Ninja 650 ?
It's impossible to say as insurance is very different for all people. You'll have to do a quote for them all specifically for you👍
@@RevZolution Thanks , will find-out .
The fact that the Kawasaki dealer told you not to worry about the first maintenance visit for like double the mileage should tell you something.
Lovely country there 👍 Terrifying roads though 😋
Nice review thank you. Do you recommend this bike for beginner riders ??
Yes all day long. Its not a fast, powerful bike. Its got plenty of usable road power, you can take it easy or open it up and even if you open it up its only got 60bhp which won't cause you any issues.
Have you got your new exhaust yet? will you do a video?
I have now got the correct exhaust fitted. I will be uploading a video on it very soon.
@@RevZolution Still waiting on that video.
Hello!! Looking at this bike a lot but not seen many people overtake on it. I need a bike that will easily overtake traffic at motorway motorway speeds as I'll be doing a lot of long distance travelling. Does this bike have the power to get up to speed quickly even if its already doing 50-60mph?
Yes as long as in the right gear no problem. Just don’t try it in 6th !
Without a doubt. It's got plenty of power to over take.
Definitely, really easy to get it to 140 km
The key is to ride it at a higher rpm than most other Cruisers to get the power. It flies in 4th when going past traffic
It's a Ninja 650. Sportbike.
Would a full size windshield, help?
I have the full size, it’s great for the highway and poor weather. Can ride for hours if you get a seat pad.
I think a tall screen would help however, It's a naked cruiser and therefore I'll take the compromise of the wind. I jump on the CBF1000GT for protection
i think it's from tailand
It should say on the headstock by the frame number. I think you're right about Thailand
I want to go to tailand!!!
These bikes premium motorcycles are built in THAILAND: BMW Motorrad, Ducati, Harley-Davidson and Triumph czcams.com/video/BQ2DQEOATZs/video.html
Made in THAILAND czcams.com/video/BQ2DQEOATZs/video.html
what fairing do you use?
It's all standard kit from Kawasaki, it's the performance package vulcan
Cool ✨✨
this bike seems to use a lot of components from the versys 650 that I have
Thr Versys, Vulcan and Ninja 650 are basically all the same bike just with a different skin.
@@RevZolution I thought that was the case, I wanted to buy a Vulcan 650 3 years ago when I bought the Versys, but there was a shortage of new bikes at that time and I went with the versys. I am looking at the vulcan again, but will try and get a demo on the Super Meteor as it looks a great bike
It seems you can't get 61 Bhp out of your mind. sports bike should be over 100bhp?. Go tell that to Barry Sheene if he was still about. There is a race class from 125cc upwards. What is this fixation with Bhp. Its speed that counts and Bhp does not always equal fast. This bike will pass 120 mph and cruise at 100 with ease. What use is 150 mph unless you are on the track? And as for overpriced. What else can you get for that money? Other than that, nice vid.
Is the Vulcan S over priced? YES, but so are a lot of other bikes from Kawasaki these days like the Z650RS. A basic universal Japanese motorcycle and it costs $9000. in the U.S.
Can you buy a less expensive motorcycle? SURE. The Royal Enfield 650 in one. But at all the Royal Enfield dealers I've been they always chanrge a destination fee, and a set up fee which brings the price up to what a Kawasaki cost. At some Kawasaki dealers in my area (Ohio) they will not charge the destination fee or a set up fee making the out the door price about the same as a Royal Enfield 650. But the Kawasaki offers Japanese quailty, and I belive is a much better machine. And it looks much better than a Honda Rebel.
The Kawasaki might cost a little more than some others, but I've NEVER had a bad Kawasaki. I have had trouble with other makes, like Yamaha and I will NEVER own another Yamaha. If you stay with Kawsaki you can't go wrong.
Definitely agree with you there. Although I cant say much for yamaha, never owned one however, I will be reviewing a lot of yamahas soon. So keep an eye on my channel
@@RevZolution I've owned four Yamahas and had trouble with all four of them. Never again.
I've owned many motorcycyles, Hondas, Suzukis, Kawasakis, Yamahas, and Harley Davidsons. But I always had trouble with the Yamahas. People complain about Harleys , but for me the Yamahas have been the worst.
How many times did you use the word ‘really’.
That Really depends on how long you Really watched the video for Really 👌
*And Nice, nice, nice…*
Hi man what you got on the handlebar on right hand side near the mirror
🎥VIDEO camera
It's the insta 360 one x
That’s how he gets the view from the front of him riding. That camera is designed to edit that selfie stick out of the video.
How is the seat height for someone who is 5ft 4?
I can imagine it would be perfect
I'm 5'4. It's perfect
Brakes SUCK IMO. Coming from a bike that had brembo single 355 caliper on front and one smaller on back this doesn’t have any bite. It’s the worst part of the bike.. otherwise everything else is great.. especially with Corbin seat
I can't find one in Texas, USA.
That's a shame. They're amazing bikes
Is it a good choice for 6'2" tall rider? What do you think?
I think you might struggle. But best try a vulcan set up in the furthest reach. If it fits you'll love it
The bike has ergo fit built in you can move the pegs 1 inch forward, you can also get an extended seat for taller riders
I'm 6'2 200 and it fits me like glove! I got extended everything...Bars,Pegs. & seat. Plus you can adjust the handle bars forward if need be. I love my '22!
This is the only color this bike should come in. Kawasaki has some goofy ass paint schemes
Definitely agree with you. Other colours look cheap. I wouldn't have minded a gloss black but they came with other colours in the black... looked cheap again
I like the Vulcan S but I think the Honda Rebel 1100 makes this bike less relevant. Its considerably more powerful with slightly less weight, and smoother. The higher cost is well worth it.
I've ridden the 1100 Rebel and as much as it's a good bike, it's nothing like the vulcan. Theyre in two different price ranges.
The riding position is totally different. There's no forward controls it's like a cruiser bike that didn't have the balls to go full cruiser. I really like honda but they need to be brave and make bikes that are brilliant. Check out my reviews of the 1100 Rebel, 500 Rebel and the comparison between the 500 and 650
Too much fluff and not enough detail about performance of the bike. Superficial review.
First time I hear someone says this one is overpriced 😂
Heading is click bait; this is not the Performance edition w/o the performance exhaust. Sorry!
Have you watched the video mate? I explain all👍
@@RevZolution I did. Why not wait till it IS the Performance edition? BTW, I bought a new 2020 KVS Cafe for $6,900 (£5000), price-out-the-door here in Dallas. Full insurance runs only $27/month. Cheers!
Pretty much a standard Vulcan S without the arrow pipe. But then it’s only a little beginners 650 .....not a sports bike 🙄
I bought one from Bournemouth Kawasaki a couple of weeks ago, I love it, I feel like I’m in a starwars pod racer lol
@@karloanttila where is Dallas did you purchase your bike?
Nothing under 100hp is a sportbike? Damn, you just threw away SO much credibility.
How can anything that is A2 compliant be a sports bike 🤣they're......wanna be sport bikes...which I guess still makes them sports bikes of some kind 🤔 I need to script this CZcams stuff 😉
I thought you were American for a second there... Aren't you from the land of MGs and Triumphs? That's like saying a GTO is a real sports car! It's all about the handling, my friend. Power is secondary.
Choina
reading straight off the sale brochure lol
Is that not what everyone does who reviews stats and specs 🤔 you can't make it up can you🤣but thanks for watching🙂