Way Overrated? Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 + 0-60mph, First Ride, Impressions

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Way Overrated? Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 + 0-60mph, First Ride, Impressions

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Way Overrated? Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 + 0-60mph, First Ride, Impressions
I've heard tons of great things about this bike. Today I'm finally taking the 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 out for my first solid ride. I'll do a 0-60, try getting it on one wheel, and see if this is worth all the hype or totally overrated. Tag along for my first ride, review, impressions, and thoughts on the bike!
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@radiantmind8729 4 жыл бұрын

Regarding the styling, the fact that it’s not trying to be a Harley is what makes it so cool.

@deangullberry5148 3 жыл бұрын

IDK, kind of reminiscent of a Softail. I think they took some styling cues, without being a 1/2 size clone.....

@SpiritOfOrange 10 ай бұрын

@@deangullberry5148Fair point. Many Japanese cruisers tip their stylistic hats to Harley & Indian and add their own special ingredient to it; which usually is better performance.

@GasWorksISO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the shout out, my friend! I knew you could wheelie that Vulcan! It’s a great bike for sure. You and Jackie stay safe out there! I’ve been watching her progress, she’s doing awesome!

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha! 🤙😎

@kencohagen4967 4 жыл бұрын

Gas Works Garage I'm headed over your way to see what you've got!

@christopher7310 4 жыл бұрын

Dude! Gas Works Garage is the reason I'm looking to buy a 650s. My two bikes of choice right now are the Yamaha mt07 and the 650s. Leaning towards the 650s for the comfort as well as performance.

@crazyvideos2495 4 жыл бұрын

Hypothetically if you never wheelie before and you are getting a Vulcan do you think it’s possible without downing the bike or crash

@ItsOnlyBlaze1 3 жыл бұрын

wheelie on a vulcan 😳 🖖

@motominuteshistory 3 жыл бұрын

Personally I find those wheelies impressive AF.

@Jonathan-L 4 жыл бұрын

You know you're living in a friendly part of the world when you can leave your phone on the side of the road, do a few wheelies and come back to find your phone was respectfully left alone by the locals :)

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! This is totally true! I've lived in a few places where that would not have been possible. 🤘😎

@ardalla535 3 жыл бұрын

It helps if there is no locals around

@ridewithme3428 3 жыл бұрын

Went to college in Maine. Used to leave my laptop in the study room, go eat dinner, and come back to it untouched

@acetanker3101 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Finland...

@Ladosligese 3 жыл бұрын

living in the US friendly ? .. comon :D .. min wage sucks .. 0 healthcare .. is it gorgeous there .. hell ya .. but friendly .. doubt it .. hurts me a bit tho to see this beauty go trough this

@xandpa2613 2 жыл бұрын

Just went to a motorcycle dealership today and found this bike, INSTANTLY fell in love with it. Dream bike fs.

@TheVestibulian 4 жыл бұрын

if someone had told me they'd been out wheelieing on a vulcan 650 I'd have given them the "yeah ok buddy" treatment until I saw this video... that's fucking bonkers mate, you got some real skills

@neverfell1 4 жыл бұрын

Jon, I really had ZERO doubt you could get it up on one wheel! Awesome bro! The V650S was my first bike after a long hiatus not riding. Didn’t want something too fast after so long not riding but also something I wouldn’t get bored with after a month of riding. This bike is super fun, glad you got your hands on one finally! Keep up the great vids, been watching for a while now.

@rclines001 4 жыл бұрын

If you want a bike that you know will always start and always do it's job and still hang with the big boys, as well as out accelerate the big boys, but still be small enough to just jump on real quick and have fun with, this is your bike. It does everything good in a small easy to handle package, and it will last forever.

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Well said, brotha!

@rallynfernandes8970 4 жыл бұрын

I own a 2019 model. Great little bike. I ride it on the highways and bumper to bumper traffic and it's quite agile despite the wheelbase and the clutch is so light. Tons of fun and is quite comfortable for the pillion too.

@sathishrao7926 4 жыл бұрын

These are possibly underrated bikes... They deserve more popularity and sales as against the Overrated Harleys ( Just looks, no substance !). I lived in LA for 4 years, don’t remember seeing a Vulcan in flesh ( as against tons of Harleys ).. Back in India now and a proud owner of a Vulcan !!

@Rkginvincible Жыл бұрын

Want to sell? I'm in Delhi

@sathishrao7926 Жыл бұрын

@@Rkginvincible Not in near future.. I’ve booked a Speed 400.. If I fall in love with Speed so much that I’ll stop riding Vulcan, then I may think about selling it !

@Dawgs241 11 ай бұрын

Got to love the Vulcan s. Cruiser that rides like a sport bike. One of the most underrated motorcycles on the market.

@InuranusBrokoff 4 жыл бұрын

Gave you a thumbs up for doing a shout out for another youtuber.

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha! 🙏🤘😎

@bbusigful 4 жыл бұрын

You crazy son of a gun 😂🤙I didn't believe you could wheelie with this one. Respect bro.

@ianpreston5922 4 жыл бұрын

Sussing out the power of parallel twin bro, love to see you do the Norton Commando 850, your eyes might pop out bro...lol..cool stuff bro..🙂

@tylerhaknuman1217 3 жыл бұрын

I’m going to get a blackouts one. So sexy

@jacob_1866 3 жыл бұрын

You can wheelie on a vstar 250

@ShadowAceAZ Жыл бұрын

Haven’t ridden in a number of years due to failed spinal surgery. However, I finally retired and my lovely bride ok’d the purchase of a motorcycle as a retirement celebration. Opted for the 2022 Vulcan S and I’m so very happy with it. My previous bikes were 1100 or larger and I am fairly confident my spine couldn’t deal with those, but this is light enough and peppy enough that I’m truly enjoying being back on two wheels.

@shano81 4 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite motorcycle channel. You can wheelie ANYTHING! 😎✌🏽

@Airtouch67 4 жыл бұрын

Actually I think the Vulcan-S is one of the best looking bikes in this class on the market. It also comes in all different colors and themes...

@mircea5013 10 ай бұрын

I know, right? I don't know why you wouldn't like it, it looks great.

@mexa5722 7 күн бұрын

Better than rebel 500?

@gasman6922 4 жыл бұрын

Told you!...fun to see you on it. I’ve been watching both your channel and Gas Works for about the same amount of time. Both have grown for different reasons. I enjoy both channels. Cheers. Fastest I’ve had my S going is 155 km/h so just below 100mph, but I weight 265lbs.

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Thanks, my man! The support is much appreciated! These truly are amazing machines!

@mazinjais666 4 жыл бұрын

Kawasaki been doing this for ages. Like in the early 80s they had the GPZ 900 superbike and used the same engine in ZL900 Eliminator cruiser. At the end of 80s they made GPZ 500 paralel twin sportbike, and same engine with small mods was used in ER5 naked, EN500 Cruiser and KLE 500 enduro. So its old and proven Kawasaki business tactics they are still rockin 40 years later. FYI I really enjoy watching your videos. Keep up the good work.

@ragimundvonwallat8961 4 жыл бұрын

yeah and the LTD line with huge inline 4 too

@FnLn55 4 жыл бұрын

Jon - you've owned & hard-tested more bikes than most have in a lifetime, and drawn your own very rational conclusions. And, you seem to be an interesting husband & father. Your subscribers respect that. In the past year, I've watched 50-100 videos about the Vulcan S650, including those from GWG. Some are about sheer speed, some about modifications, some about touring, some about daily rider, and yours initially about wheelies. Look forward to more videos from both you & Jackie about this extraordinary machine. Stay safe.

@JonsMotoGarage 3 жыл бұрын

My man! Thanks, brotha! Sorry for late reply. 🤣

@thebongaquarist7447 4 жыл бұрын

Owning this beast since 4 months.. Done only 1000 kms.. Dont have much roads in India to push her to the limit.. Yet.. I am enjoying owning vulcan

@RevZolution 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Your reviews on this helped us decide on the vulcan as a second bike for our channel. 1 week until we collect

@luish8056 4 жыл бұрын

This quite possibly my favorite bike and I’m dying to get one-hopefully before the year let’s out! 🤞🏼 Awesome video man-cool wheelie!

@catreagin8716 4 жыл бұрын

Spades 231 same I already decided this is my next bike

@bradley8420 4 жыл бұрын

Do it! They keep the same model for 1 to 2 decades. This model is new. You'll have a happy long run and still be able to get parts. You can buy the service manual and it is just great tech! Their dealers aren't like car dealers so if you dont do your own maintenance most likely you'll get good service. If Kawasaki keeps models running for two decades & parts flowing with great engineering I will keep promoting them. If you can't afford super big but want something with decent size then this.

@KapuAdam 4 жыл бұрын

This is a great 'how to remove the rear plate in style' Also you're the second person I've seen to review this bike and be very impressed.

@andrewavery4417 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2015 abs model with 6k for $3,700 usd. couldn't pass it up. I appreciate how you can have fun and wheelie without sounding like a total tool when you are just talking. Keep up the vids brother

@SniperZaku 3 жыл бұрын

That's a good deal. A year later can't find a 2015 for 5 or 6k

@bryanpetrich4125 4 жыл бұрын

I love my Vulcan S. Great bike for the price. A really great time can be had on this bike for very little money. I ( like a lot of others) initially passed this bike by when I was looking at new bikes. But the reviews were always so great I had to ride one. I’m glad I bought the Vulcan S. It’s just a very surprising good bike for the money.

@Big_Tyrone138 3 ай бұрын

I love the look. It's like a miniature muscle cruiser.

@gordonsw5723 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. I own a Vulcan S and it’s Kawi’s best kept secret! It’s a great machine.

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha! Definitely an awesome machine! 🤘😎

@Death_Sweet 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely subscribing after the wheelie in the intro

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Heck yeah! Thanks, brotha! 🙏🤘🏍

@rickyl.colney7489 3 жыл бұрын

I'll be the Proud owner of the Newly launched Vulcan S Bs6 2021 by the end of this month(Sept.2020). Hoyaaaah!

@crunks420 4 жыл бұрын

Bought one 3 weeks ago. Plenty fast, fun, feels light... just does everything well. Loving it. It gets about 85 miles per tank if you drive it the way you wanna drive it, heh, but that is NP.

@singlecell2498 2 жыл бұрын

How you feel about it now?

@crunks420 2 жыл бұрын

@@singlecell2498 @single cell It is a great bike for around town. I have a few thousand miles on it. I put a Delkevic pipe, some viking semi-hard bags, and a few other cosmetic goodies on it. It is not a good bike for crushing highway miles (I have no windscreen). It is a BLAST down twisty roads, though, and it is comfortable enough for every day cruising. It really is a Z650 with a low seat height, longer wheelbase, and forward foot controls. It wants to be ridden like a middle weight naked bike. Edit: you won't be short shifting gears and using the torque of the engine to cruise around. Your clutch hand stays pretty busy*

@singlecell2498 2 жыл бұрын

@@crunks420 when u say bad for highways what sorta speed and whats bad about it?

@crunks420 2 жыл бұрын

@@singlecell2498 At ~70mph with no wind screen there is too much wind buffeting to sit comfortably and cruise. If you added a wind screen I am sure it would be fine. It is a feet forward, arms outstretched riding position, so your body kinda acts like a parachute when you have no wind protection. I don't notice it when I am bombing backroads and pushing through corners well above 70mph. I am tucked in more, leaned forward, and focusing on the ride at that point, though.The only time it bothers me is when I am just trying to chill and cruise at 70+ on a long, straight, open highway. Edit: More weight, more engine displacement, and a windscreen would be better on the highway... but man, this bike destroys those kinda bikes as soon as the road gets curvy

@xclent1975 5 ай бұрын

Kawasaki Vulcan S is an exceptionally well made light cruiser style MC, put on a Delkavic Exhaust drop that heavy muffler … enjoy

@bamcorpgaming5954 4 жыл бұрын

just reminds me of a modernized magna. they made the v45s from the 80s-early 2000s. cruisers with sports bike engines. fast, fun and cheap.

@user-cs2ki3ro9i 6 ай бұрын

I've had my 2021 vulcan s upto 146. It's a magnificent bike!

@badapple65 4 жыл бұрын

I bought one last year. I’m on the tall side for it at 6’ 4” but they market this bike with the “Ergo-Fit” program. 3 seats to choose from, 2 different handlebars, and longer shifter rod moving foot pegs and shifter further forward. They can fit someone as short as 5’ 2” to 6’ 2” is the claim. Then there’s me slightly outside those parameters but I’m happy. I got it in a very retro “Stormcloud blue”.

@JamesMcilvenny-hm4cx 11 ай бұрын

Do you still have it? How do you feel after longer rides?

@michaelb.42112 Жыл бұрын

I'm SOLD !!! I am a re-entry rider after 20 years of not riding and the last time I rode I was in my 20's and had no health problems. Now, I have arthritis in my left knee and need a low bike that easy to handle at stop lights. The Vulcan S 650, and Honda Rebel 1100 manual are at the top of my list followed by the Vulcan Classic, and Honda Shadow.

@CutandShoot5x5 4 жыл бұрын

Brother Jon you are one motorcycle riding STUD! How you figured out the balance & speed & power of the bike and then you were dialed in! Amazing skills!!!! Great channel!

@Lrules364 4 жыл бұрын

Went out and got a 2017 at an auction last year for $3700. I put 1,400 miles on it last year, it now has 4,400 miles on it. I absolutely love this bike. And because the previous owner modified the pipes, its LOUD, and spits flames. Its the coolest bike ive ever driven. I have the charger on it right now, and I plan on riding it next month. Im excited.

@flesz_ Жыл бұрын

Wonder what pipes did he put

@ericcoppola 4 жыл бұрын

great review like always and sweet wheelies... i love that you test the bike through all the paces. 1.power, 2.comfort, 3.style, 4.wheelies !!!!:-)

@izzojoseph2 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my Vulcan S ~ mostly ‘cause I’m short. But it’s an easier ride than the bikes on the MSF course. Looks just like this one but lime green. Might be a beginner’s bike but I think you gotta be a pro to pop a wheelie on it! Well done!

@karenc.smithfineart7413 3 жыл бұрын

Just got the 2020 KVS ABS few weeks ago. Had a 2009 Harley 1200 Nightster for 5 years, but had to sell it due to health problems. Had a Honda Interceptor before that. Never thought I’d ride again. Two years later and my health has greatly improved, time to ride again. This bike handles completely different from my Harley, took a few rides to get used too. I LOVE IT! Light, agile, super smooth clutch and suspension. Extremely balanced at higher speeds on interstate. It most definitely is a hybrid just like you described. Thanks for the awesome review! 😎✌🏼👍🏼

@mrolsen6987 4 жыл бұрын

That bike looks so sweet! And... You have to Keep that One for Jackie, she fits like a glowe on that Vulcan 👌

@HCSaucyJames 4 жыл бұрын

Soon to be first time rider and after months of research I've settled on this for my first bike. I actually just found a 2017 near me. Great review! I'm trying to get my garage like yours one day 😅

@Cloudthec 4 жыл бұрын

I got a 2017 myself!! your gonna love it!! its sooo so fun!!!

@mindspinn311 4 жыл бұрын

LOVE the intake noise on these. I test rode the same one, a 2017 SE, best color. That bike surprised the hell out of me with how much fun it was! I really want one, and I already have a Versys 650. The Vulcan S is basically a recumbent Ninja 650.

@stlchucko 3 жыл бұрын

I bought my VS to help prevent me from riding wheelies. It’s at least curbed the “oops... well since it’s up, guess I’ll rock out the BP for a few blocks”.

@darkenvisions2333 4 жыл бұрын

This is my first bike, I love it so much honestly couldn’t of been happier with my purchase. How the hell you can wheelie blows my mind and I’m really impressed earned a sub.

@CarterHurd 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I'm also looking for my first bike and am looking at both the Versys and this. How does being close to the ground feel on the Vulcan feel on highways and around traffic? Do you feel like other cars can see you, or do you think sitting higher would be better for riding in thick traffic?

@BoZhaoengineering 4 жыл бұрын

I have ridden Vulcan S for two years with 38,000km mileage. This machine is reliable and quality made. I never had a single mechanical problem. I just use the Kawasaki racing team recommended engine lubricant 10W60 Elf or ipone in order to smooth the engine in long distance ride. Great video made, Dude. I like your channel.

@bikerbeliever8169 4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow awesome! Not at that point, if ever, in my riding experience, but awesome to see that it can wheelie. Figured it would be tough with the long wheel base and forwards, but you did it with flying colors. Nice

@Z1000SX_Matt 2 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you for getting that up on one wheel, I thought no way, you have a gift!!

@upsidedowndog1256 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, great fun! I have a lot of respect for most of Kawasaki's bikes. They are the only company that doesn't really need to build bikes, but they like to.

@maggie937 4 жыл бұрын

upside downdog Honda?

@upsidedowndog1256 4 жыл бұрын

@@maggie937 Honda is tiny compared to Kawasaki. Honda has to make money on every machine they sell. It's all they do. Kawasaki Heavy Industries has been building ships, bridges, dams, and other large projects since the late 1800s.

@lurkist 4 жыл бұрын

@@upsidedowndog1256 Honda has ten times the annual revenue of Kawasaki. Every manufacturer is trying to turn a profit on each bike sold.

@maggie937 4 жыл бұрын

upside downdog that’s just not true. Honda isn’t tiny compared by any means. Ur saying all Honda does is sell machines..?

@upsidedowndog1256 4 жыл бұрын

@@maggie937 They build and sell machines. Good machines. Generators to jets. It's what they do.

@genegoodwin8925 11 ай бұрын

I love everything about the Kawasaki Vulcan S and the 2016 with that redish color is the prettiest. But I have to ride a trike these days due to my wife's many health issues. But if I could get her to agree to another two wheeler it would be the Vulcan S. I love that the Vulcan S is NOT a V-Twin and doesn't go chug chug chug. I love the way it revs and has great quick revving power. Only down fall is I'm too OLD for wheelies (70)

4 жыл бұрын

Never seen your channel before. I really enjoyed this video. I am going now to check out your wife's channel. I didn't subscribe, because I don't subscribe to channels with Patreon links (my little eccentricity) but you have good content.

@FroggyCrimes 4 жыл бұрын

"I think I just got stung by a bee!" Another win for the ATGATT team lol

@ImOnOneLikeItsMyLast 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you like the bike. I just bought a 2017 myself 2 weeks ago, and wondered what your thoughts on it would be.

@bobybambino1159 11 ай бұрын

Мой первый байк! Хоть и многие говорят что он скучный, но и по сей день он дарит мне незабываемые ощущения и приятные эмоции.

@Anhnoles 4 жыл бұрын

keep up the great videos Jon! Best of health to you and your family. Guess i'll go with a vulcan S, really wanted a good v-twin but for the power to price ratio it can't be beat.

@jayyanez2259 4 жыл бұрын

@6:38 mad respect to the "poor man stand" 😎🤜🏻 *sub* I was a coin flip away from getting that bike, or the z650 version Great engine, 9k on it so far no issues

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Thanks, brotha! 🤙😎

@miked9000 4 жыл бұрын

once you like the function, the form starts looking better

@xfiringsquadx 4 жыл бұрын

Holy Shit! I've owned one of these since 2015 when they were released. I've never even really attempted to wheelie because I just figured it couldn't. I know what I'm doing this weekend. 😏

@jacob_1866 3 жыл бұрын

If you can wheelie a vstar 250, you can wheelie this

@joemann7971 2 жыл бұрын

Well, it is chain driven. You could also put a bigger rear sprocket or a smaller front to get it to lift more easily as well.

@dipset00129 4 жыл бұрын

Bro where have you been?? First time am viewing your video, and am blown away has to how you bring your review across, it's excellent, I mean you can wheelie, corner good, you give a proper review. Am diffenately a new subscriber lol looking forward to view your upcoming videos. Korey the name shout me out am from Trinidad and Tobago the Caribbean 🇹🇹. Be safe bro

@arthurgadz646 4 жыл бұрын

I own a vulcan 650 2017..seeing you wheelie that badboy shocks me..😲😲😲

@Firestorm637 4 жыл бұрын

Big 3 auto and cruises love retro. This bikes looks more modern version vs retro. I like it.

@TLYRIDER 4 жыл бұрын

I love my Vulcan S too, also noticed that when I post a Vulcan S video on my channel it gets more views than any other bike. I guess more viewers like to see Vulcan S videos

@FnLn55 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video about adjusting the footpegs on your vulcan s.

@TLYRIDER 4 жыл бұрын

Fn Ln thanks for Subscribing to my channel

@brendanfitzgerald7860 4 жыл бұрын

Damn that was sick. I've never seen a wheelie on a Vulcan. Have you thought of getting a Honda Magna?

@robertsalyers1351 4 жыл бұрын

I sat on one of those at the dealership and it felt very comfortable...might be on my list for my next scooter

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

That was my first impression as well - the ergos are excellent!

@scottlewis991 4 жыл бұрын

The stock seat gets uncomfortable after an hour or so but there are some good aftermarket seats out there.

@brianrichard1768 3 жыл бұрын

Same Addiction. Vulcan S wheelie....who would have thought. I always had this in my top 10 wanted.

@MrArcher181 Жыл бұрын

I own two 2017 Vulcans, best bikes I've ever owned to include two HDs.

@chauffeurmarco 4 жыл бұрын

Motorcycle Addict? WoW! That’s an understatement.

@SpiderPig454 4 жыл бұрын

More like underrated, the Vulcan S is a fantastic bike for the price and probably the best starter bike hands down.

@justinneill5003 4 жыл бұрын

Ive moved on from mid sized bikes and now ride an M109R but I still love everything about that Vulcan S...except how it looks from the back. Being a basically narrow bike, in addition to its low seat height (both giving confidence to beginners) any rider of average size or more looks like they're riding a mini moto from behind. But a sissy bar seems to change that impression. If I ever do get one as a second bike I'd fit one of those sissy bar and storage rack attachments to give the bike a more balanced rear profile.

@gbsfzs1302 4 жыл бұрын

I just realized Kawasaki has bought back a downsized Yamaha Road Star Warrior in this bike. Smaller, lighter, water cooled and missing some chrome but this thing seems like a mini Warrior. I need to check one out.

@ragimundvonwallat8961 4 жыл бұрын

its like a smaller cousin to the mean streak =) ...i miss the mean streak i think they were cool bikes

@gbsfzs1302 4 жыл бұрын

Ragimund VonWallat I guess Mean Streak would be even more accurate. I’m probably going to find a Warrior this spring.

@ragimundvonwallat8961 4 жыл бұрын

@@gbsfzs1302 warrior is a nice rig, the engine is very good

@LifeOfBurch 4 жыл бұрын

I was not expecting to see you scrape fender/plate on a Vulcan of all bikes 😂 incredible

@JonsMotoGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha! THanks, brotha! Fun times for sure! I surprised myself!

@rclines001 4 жыл бұрын

It is a ninja engine.

@CarefreeChris 4 жыл бұрын

Great bike. Had one for two years and 15k miles. Replaced mirrors, TB exhaust (db killer), PCV, givi bags and custom seat. Just two complaints. One, on rides over a couple of hours I got tired. All the pressure is on the tailbone due to the riding position. Two, I wanted more power. All in all though a fantastic bike. It really is a great bike to learn on and one you won’t outgrow right away. I really loved it. I sold my Vulcan over the summer and bought a 790 duke. I enjoy the bike I have now as it’s the perfect tool for the job I have, and I’m glad I started on the Vulcan S as it truly is a great bike.

@barrykelly2722 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not an expert but I have a hunch that it is much more safe on two wheels. Like the vid but I will keep mine on two. 👍 Glad you gave the bike a good chance. I am considering one now.

@chadwilliam1 4 жыл бұрын

I'll never be happy with this channel until I see a victory octane.

@coolkatz9012 4 жыл бұрын

Mate really enjoy your channel and also I DO get that you can do Wheelies anyway....your bike critiques are very good.

@Drunken_Hamster 4 жыл бұрын

It would be 3x better with a crossplane parallel twin like the fz07. And, on that note, Yamaha needs to get on this train with an fz07 and fz09 version. And Suzuki with an sv650 and sv1000 version.

@Drunken_Hamster 4 жыл бұрын

@The Underground Man Uuhh, no. Lol.

@michaelreifel7378 Жыл бұрын

What it is is a cross between a sport touring bike and a cruiser that's ergonomic enough to be what you wanted to be.

@vsucountryboy 4 жыл бұрын

This is not the first time Kawasaki has done this. Does anyone remember the 600 Vulcan? 4-cylinder, 600 cc's in a cruiser chassis.

@rpmfreak9150 4 жыл бұрын

What's up Mi amigo? I New that you were going to bring that Vulcan up on one wheel and ride it. I had no doubts about it because of you saying that it had the power, next video I would love to see you shifting Through those gears. I'm just messing with you, muchas Gracias mi amigo it was a great video.

@davidgates6987 4 жыл бұрын

I have 1. I had to tighten the mirrors and supper glue the blinkers. But other than that I put 20,000 miles in 1 1/2 years. It is fun. Want to upgrade.

@vulcangunner58 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought one of these, and it's locked on the dealers floor.........I'm in NY,...dealers were forced to close last Sunday,....That blows!.....Stay well all.

@tonyfffuuu 4 жыл бұрын

Still locked up?

@vulcangunner58 4 жыл бұрын

@@tonyfffuuu Still locked up tight....Have no idea when I can pick up. I think, ( most believe) another 2 weeks.

@UncleBensChannel 4 жыл бұрын

I have Vulcan S and a CB1000r.... until I saw this video I didn't think my Vulcan could wheelie at all! The Honda gets up fast, but the one sided swingarm makes wheelies tricky.

@jolissasmith 4 жыл бұрын

Badass! I love my Vulcan S.

@bluelinepatriot 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's an all around awesome bike. It's not a sport bike. It's a cool chill bike and when you look at it like that it's perfect

@cyclonebuzz8172 4 жыл бұрын

Kawasaki did put a sport bike motor in a cruiser in the 80's. They were the 900/1000 eliminators and they had the gpz 900/ original zx10 motor.

@luissaavedra5948 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review greetings from the super ancient megalithic city of TIAHUANAKU BOLIVIA 🇧🇴 thanks for posting

@brianwiseman9518 4 жыл бұрын

As he is doing the wheelies I thing the tank decal notice says, "hey pal...don't do that, okay?"

@richardcolman9043 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love my Vulcan s. Wont be pulling any wheelies though.. Thank mate.

@krispysweekendgarage6892 11 ай бұрын

Totally changed my view on this bike ha coold vid John!

@PCDoctorUSA 4 жыл бұрын

Great looking bike and Gas Works Garage is already on my Subscribed list.

@QueadlunnRau 2 жыл бұрын

All your videos have convinced me to get this bike next, currently rocking my 2001 Honda VFR800 and find it's the PERFECT hybrid sport tourer, now to get another hybrid, a sport cruiser just makes sense to me. Sport bikes are a bit small and not ergonomic for my 6'2" frame and traditional cruisers just feel sluggish and heavy, this looks like fun and possibly can get my wife and kid to ride.

@williamkennedy5492 10 ай бұрын

Best bike for me riding in Thailand, its 5 years old and going great got it new from Kawasaki in Ubon Ratchathani , I'm coming up for my 73 year routine service too. But wife is threatening me with a riding ban ! AND you can get them to do a wheelie , i did one accidentally 😷 impressed everyone at the lights in Sisaket including me.

@barrygoodson4952 4 жыл бұрын

God job considering the forward controls dude ! I think the Vulcan S is a great looking bike. Check out what Smoke Garage does with them

@bobconner4277 4 жыл бұрын

I have always liked this bike but I wasn't aware of the awesome sound of this stock bike. Great job on the wheelies again.

@kowal789 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t even wheelie my 900 classic and here you are doing it with a 650

@eduardocorrochio162 4 жыл бұрын

First I gotta say I love your channel dude I don't find you annoying like most people asking for subscribers. You and srk cycles are my favorite motorcycle channels. I love my Vulcan s but after getting use to my Honda nc700x I lean too much into my turns and keep scraping. I'm thinking of selling the Vulcan to help me buy a fz09. I'd like your opinion. I've never had a fast sports bike I've had two cruisers before the Honda and now the kawasaki. I think I could handle it because I don't want something too crazy like a litre bike.