Got 40,000 miles on my 2014 Vaquero. She still runs like a champ

That is the coolest looking motorcycle dash I've ever seen.

Finally got my Voyager and it already had the Ivan flash done. Man, what a difference! Loving this bike!

Absolutely crazy how nice of a bike this is and how reliable and just dam good of a bike it is for the money VS the competition.

I have an '11, and I really enjoy it. Also alot cheaper than a Harley. It's been Ivaned, with V&H. Also put in bluetooth stereo w/6.5 speakers. Took it to South Dakota and Wyoming, and it performed fantastic.

Awesome review. I have a 2012 and love it. Ive got 32000 miles on it and NEVER had a problem. Its a great bike. Highly recommend

Hey great review!....I bought the 2018 version...love the bike although I have upgraded it slightly.....namely- Ivan's Flash and K&N filter......I rode to Sturgis this past August ...almost 3000 miles total for the ride....I love this bike!......also I did install a backrest......a necessary evil for a long ride.......anyway, great bike.....I got mine for 13,999......3 year warranty.......never misses a beat......I look forward to many long rides.....thanks for the review!

I just got my new Vaquero Thursday. Love the ride. This is my first major cruiser. I had a Mean Streak. Harley 1200 Sportster. This takes the cake.

That’s a pretty bike. They ride great. If somebody is looking for a bagger on a budget, this bike will do everything you need with style and comfort for much less than you’ll pay for the competition.

A good, honest review. You're right about the hydraulic clutch, must are either on or off, with very little "friction zone", it's more of a friction point. I was lucky enough to ride one of these when they first came out, on a racetrack, no less. It was part of an International Motorcycle Instructor's conference. I flogged that thing way harder than most people on the street likely would, and it handled that just fine. It was quite stable in big, fast sweeping corners. What surprised me though was it's low-speed abilities. There was a very low speed course set up with pylons at the end of each lap, and the bike just dodged through it with no effort at all & very little clutch slippage required. I've been looking at many things for next spring. The Electra Glide Standard & the Road King are right up there. But for the money, the Vaquero is pretty tough to beat.

@rabidhedgehog I bought a Kawasaki Voyager. It runs like the Vaquero. Your video influenced me a lot. Thanks for the review.

Just now is the 1st time seeing this vid, as said to myself “that’s okc!” you said Oklahoma lol!…from Tulsa, nice ride bro!

I bought a 21' this year (brand new, 1mi on it when delivered). I like it, and I rode a 79' KZ1000 ST for the most part over the past 16yrs. I've added a couple things to it, maybe adding a couple more things, nothing major. That windshield didn't come w/my bike, one of the things I'm tempted to change.

I have 2014. I love this bike. Great motorcycle except heat issue. Never over heat though.

I love the low rumble sound. A loud bike is ok for some, but I'd rather have a good sound that's not obnoxious after several miles of riding. Beautiful painted fairing and the gages are super nice! I'm thinking of purchasing the Voyager which has bags that open from the top and a tour pack.

This will probably be my next bike. I liked the fact that it is water-cooled. And it's considerably more cheaper for a bagger than anything else out there.

I like the sound of the pipes in 5 the gear. It rumbles as well.

I can’t ignore how much more affordable these are than Indian or HD, with far less maintenance than the latter. The Voyager version is virtually the same price with a lot more cargo space and passenger comfort. I need to ride one.

RH, You need to show this bike's dash cluster lit up at night for your viewers. It looks amazing at night.

Just having cruise control is a real nice feature.

I rode harleys for years. The last one really treated me badly. After going through many bikes I had a choice to make, this or a road glide. The vaquero was 13k brand new. 0 miles, the road glide was 31k out the door. 0 miles. I bought the vaquero, Initially I was super not happy, the bike ran so hot, stalled, and felt neutered, no power. After reading up on Ivan tune, I did that with intake and exhaust. Holy shit, this bike is better than anything I’ve ever owned. It’s so good, that I even test road the new indian challenger with permission to buy, I’m still on the vaquero, and for many more years.

Greetings, As always another fantastic detailed video 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸 Very honest about the details; vibrations, clutch friction, ... Keep producing more videos.

I installed some 6.5" speakers myself. It is louder than the 5.5". Without an amp etc.

These bikes are a lot better than what the reviews show. That red is absolutely beautiful. Only complaint I have is that it is really heavy picking it up off of the side stand.

Awesome review, planning to test ride one this spring.

I just bought mine Thursday and 5 the gear gives me plenty of torque right at 3k RPMs

Great review. One question: I'm 6' 2". Do you think I'll be comfortable on this Kawasaki Vaquero?

Even with a bad interest rate and nothing down, the monthly payments on that are pretty sweet.

Great review. Very nice looking bike. I like that deep red & black combination. I’m going to check one out to see if it rides better than my Roadmaster. Looks like the Kawasaki is better built too.

Thanks for the review, I use to have a vtx1300 good bike but not enough power when crossing the bridge with a crosswind. I end up with Concours 1400, love the bike but I'm eyeing on this Vaquero.

Not really into the clam shell bags and wish it came stock with heated grips, other than those two things I really like this bike as is.

What about shorter riders ? About 5.6 ? Is it possible for us to look at the road at all (or we ll look only at the speedometer) ? Amazing mashine ...

Who needs a harley when that is in existence! Sweeet

lol, I saw this bike on cycletrader! nice video! I love the Vaquero's! Just throw in an Ivan's ecu flash, an engineered adapters speaker upgrade and a corbin seat w/ backrest and you are set!

You do a great review. Looking to put in order this weekend for a 2020 Vaquero in the blue. Posted this and a HD 2016 Road King on my MC club FB page and got more votes for the Vaquero new and 3 year warranty at around the same price. I also like it more. By any chance you happen to know what is the after market windshield on the bike and how high it is. I am 6'2" and I read get a taller windshield for more wind protection.

Question? Is there after market mirrors that can be purchased that sets back more for easier viewing

good review. I want one of these

I'm looking for a 2014 special edition, orange or the green lime color 2015

Excellent video! Just liked and subscribed you. I'm thinking about getting the Vaquero. I've had Harley and Kawasaki before. I'm wanting to buy new and I can't justify the price difference. Are you still satisfied with yours? I ride in below freezing too in Ohio. Did you put heated grips on or are good insulated gloves and the fairing enough?

Oklahoma gets some wild wind on a clear day .I use to watch 18wheelers get blown over without a warning!☆

Sweet bike, thanks for video

I ride a 20 hd rg limited and believe its superior 2 a hd for the price

That's a nice bike

You're right on with your assessment 😉

Great review.

Yes that is an aftermarket windshield and its a lot taller than factory. Factory shield is only 6" and it sucks. You get all the air to the face.

Great review

Would you say it’s a good bike even for around town just to drive? U mentioned it’s made for long highway rides. I’m thinking of upgrading from my Vulcan 900 custom to this.

Does it come with heated grips? Does the fairing keep the wind off your hands? Good review, thanks!

Oh in Oklahoma you get winds alright. There called Tornadoes 👍

What brand is the windshield. Like to get the same one. Looks nice.

Hey Rabid,love your reviews. Can you tell me which bike would you pick between the vaquero and the MG Flying Fortress and why. Thanks and ride safely.

Any bike is ok on the HighWay... we need more test on twisted road, with Europen style

Hey I bought a windshield 13 high and the buffetting was too much. I'm going to take it off

I want to see this put against the roadglide

I just watched your review on the Springfield. Between this and the Springfield, which would you choose?thanks!

Nice video. I bet you were on 235 near OKC.

Question? Is there a mirror that I can.replace the stock that's not too close.

I want to get that shield you have because I've tried to ride with my face to the wind. After 40mph can't do it. Where can I get that shield JP Cycles? Ebay?

I wonder if there is any after market saddle bags that will fit this bike ?

The bottom control on the left side is for what?

I will buy this or star venture Leaning towards the star venture TC

HEY SIR LOVE THAT BIKE. I RIDE A KAW 2014 CONNIE.

It doesn't have Bluetooth doesn't it ? Or just normal radio

Nice review, my question, I had a roadmaster and loved how it handled, my question is I'm looking to get another bike and was thinking of a chieftain but saw your review and leaning toward the Kawasaki, is the Kawasaki equal to a chieftain or Springfield, would like to save a little cash. Thanks in advance

Kawasaki the best

What kind of back rest is that on the vaquero

NA Rocks

What height size is your wind shield?

Another great review!

This Kawasaki Vaq touringbike weighs litereally TWICE as much as my Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R, but then again this is a comfy touringbike, mine is a well.. ICBM! lol ;)

Are they easy to maneuver as far as back and pushing with your legs?

Your a 14 foot size flipper ! Lol just playing . Good video bro .

Get the Ivans flash .....makes this bike run soooo much better

I wear size 15 so it should be good for me also although some people say the footboards are to small? How smooth is the suspension compared to a Indian Springfield that you rode?

With minimal maintenance this bike will wear out two or three Harley Road glides.

Do you know what brand the aftermarket windshield is?

Is this is a good cheaper option to a Indian? Enjoy your videos did you get a chance to ride the voyager ? I can not decide between that bike and a Springfield which in Canada is eight grand more.

Can the Vaquero run at 85 mph at what RPMs. I had a Kawasaki Mean streak 1600. Top speed 85. 65 hp

What exhaust do you have on that?

How does it pull from a stand still.

It needs a ECM flash from Ivan's

I like your cell phone holder!!! Jimmy k

Did you say it had an aftermarket exhaust? What brand?

Hello. I have a small KZfaq channel where I show motorcycles, my rides, comparisons and news. Here in Brazil, it is speculated that the Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero 2021 may be launched, based on Harley Davidson's new policy of increasing prices and reducing the offer of models. I would like to show this bike on the channel, but there is no official video for Kawasaki USA or other officials. In this way, I would like your authorization to show some parts of your video, (just a few minutes) as where you can see the panel and the bike's visual. Of course, the source would be cited in video and in the video description. I wait, thank you very much and congratulations on the channel.

Nothing vibrates like the an American made bike. Won't mention no names. To protect the innocent 😊

Looks just like a Voyager.

Does it have heated seat and gtips

She likes to rev

How do you do a bike review.. and NOT test the damn stereo system? CMON man... seriously!?

I wanted to buy one of these next year but they do them in Grey. Really? Grey! 2018 Red, 2019 Blue, 2020 Black, 2021 Grey, Stupid.

Nive bike weak voice

The Vaq is lagging 20 years when it comes to onboard electronics.

You got dainty girly hands

What aftermarket pipes did they put on the bike?