This is video was a real treat to make. My first demo day event for any manufacturer plus riding the ONE bike I didn't think I would get to made it a great day
I currently own a Kawasaki Vaquero myself. Let me tell you, this was a great purchase. I've had ZERO issues in 3 years👌🏿. Routine maintenance and it'll keep on ticking. I had a Vulcan 900 for 2 years prior to the Vaquero. The only con is the electronics(outdated). But I'm cool with that.
YO TD205 I know you have a Vaquero, and one of the best sounding ones I've ever heard. Before I started this channel I dropped by your channel and subbed because of the Vaquero. That particular time you were talking about 2 vs 4 finger clutching. I also had a Vulcan 900 but that was short lived, I would have gotten another but ABS became a mandatory thing for me and sadly the 900's don't seem to get that treatment. Anyway cool to see a name I recognize see this vid, and thanks for the comment!
@BigKatMotovlogs You're welcome man!! Thanks for watching 👍🏿!! Yes, I have the Vance and Hines slip-ons. It does bring out a more aggressive sounds👌🏿. Yes, the 900 was short lived for me too, even though the ABS wasn't the issue. I just outgrew it. I can take the Vaquero all over the US comfortabililty😁. Stay safe man!!
Hey thanks for watching. Yes I've heard the Ivans Flash wakes it up and also makes it run cooler than stock. Should I invest in this model I believe that's one of the first things that would happen.
Oh man that would be so cool. The king of the baggers is fun but boring at the same time, only HD and Indian. Kawasaki really needs to get in there in my opinion. I would love to see The Vaquero get some minor updates without losing that old style hot rod look that I love so much. They could go with a bigger power plant, updated sound system, and adjustable windscreen like Indian. Maybe update the look of their controls? I dunno I didn't mess with the cruise for the short bit I was on it so maybe it's not as cumbersome as it initially looks
@@BigKatMotovlogs yes!!! It honestly wouldn’t take that much. The Vulcan/Vaquero/Voyager just really needs to be updated. We don’t necessarily need a new bike. I would also like to see Yamaha return with that liquid cooled V-4 that was in the Royal Star Venture.
They have a hard time selling those bikes. Definitely a lot of bike for what you can get them, but you better plan on keeping it, bc you’ll take a bath trying pushing it in the used market.
They do have a bit of a time selling them. They need to pay attention to the market. I think top load side cases instead of the clam shells, updated blue tooth compatible sound system and say 3 color choices and LEDs all around and I think they would sell better and move in the used market better too.
Awesome ride and video. Thank you. I am looking forward to purchasing one here in the near future. Be my third motorcycle I ever owned. I currently have a Drz400s. My personal toy...lol. We need a bigger bike for commuting on the streets. Thanks again for the video. Covered what I needed to hear. Be safe
The Voyager is a great bike for both the people who are not interested in tech... and for those that want tech... its a great base to start mods. 70k on mine
Awesome video. I’d love to try this bike but I’ve tried a lot of bikes and still always float back to my Vulcan S. Just so sporty and nimble, hard to beat.
Nice review I been looking to get one but was afraid of the weight compared to my Vulcan s . Looks like it was no problem for you , thanks for giving me some encouragement.
So glad this helped. Honestly once you get moving you really don't feel it. Not only was this the first time on the Vaquero but the first time on a bike that heavy. The HD Heritage Classic comes in second. You will feel the weight when you roll slow but it is balanced really well. I encourage you to go schedule a test ride, you'll be surprised.
I had 2… a Vulcan 1600, then a 2017 voyager .. was a totally different bike after an Ivan’s flash. I traded it in for a 2021 Indian pursuit… the Indian can’t touch the reliability of the Kawasaki. But Bluetooth and maps.. and my favorite… the adjustable windshield. Made it too attractive to pass up.. if Kawasaki gets off it’s butt and upgrades the dino.. I’ll step right back
Hey thanks for watching and comment. The Indian Pursuit is a beautiful bike for sure but I agree the most attractive feature for me would be the adjustable windshield. As much as I love the Vaquero, I honestly don't know if I'm ready for a fairing yet, I keep leaning towards the 2014 Kawi Nomad.
I ride a 2011 Vaquero (with the Ivan flash and a big air intake). I only wish she had ABS. I think ABS started on the 2012s. Great bike. I love your enthusiasm.
I bought a new 21' Vaquero over a year ago, my first bagger. I've mostly ridden 79' KZ 1000 ST's, my first & 3rd bike. Other than the weight difference, can't really complain. Especially being thousands less than a comparable HD or Indian.
Hey thanks for the watch and the comment drop. The price of the Vaquero is definitely attractive. If you can live without the bells and whistles of the other two, especially Indian, then you have a good quality bagger on the cheap.
Having had a couple of Vulcan S' myself over the years I suggest trying an Indian Scout if you have a dealer relatively close. The things you love about the vulcan and the vaquero combine in the Scout. Great video mate.
Hey thanks for the comment drop and compliment. Funny you should mention that because I bought my KVS from an Indian dealership. I looked hard at the Scout but the KVS was more inline with the money I was willing to drop at that time.
@BigKatMotovlogs thanks for replying, definitely open your mind to an Indian mate, I'm a similar age and got into riding legally since being a kid in the last 10 years myself, I'm in the UK and we have a decent Indian network here, my local dealership is kawasaki and Indian and I've owned both multiple times.
The scout I own now I 'bought' brand new on PCP basically renting with an optional payment after 3 years in 2016, I had to trade it in because I couldn't afford the bubble payment in 2019 so I did the same with another new Vulcan, that's how they lock you in, in the UK, cheap payment for a new bike but you never really own it. Weird coincidence that I dropped into the shop and my old Indian was for sale I could afford on finance and keep at the end, apologies for the long reply but your story is very similar so I wanted to advise you on mine in case it helps you 👊
I have to say that is interesting. I don't think we do financing like that over here. I haven't made payments on a vehicle in a while but I have a feeling my next bike, I will, unless I come across an insane deal. But I am totally open to Indian, I am hoping the Indian demo circuit hits my area so I can throw a leg over a couple of their bikes including the Scout. Thanks for the advise man and Ride On!
Actual test ride starts at 9:15. The Vaquero is the best looking bike of the big three you mentioned. Apparently, it has the best brakes too. I hate clamshell bags though.
The KACT2 braking is definitely good -- I don't have experience yet with other big baggers to compare but I know HD has a rep for weaker brakes. I also not a huge fan of the clam shells, makes me wonder if you can snag top loaders off the Nomad and make them work on this?
This is what motorcycles should still be. Forget all that updated BS people talk about, it’s nothing but a headache. If it has a usb outlet to power a handlebar mounted phone or GPS, that all the high tech a person needs. I have a 17 Ultra Classic and had a Pan America. I also have a KTM 890 Adventure S model and it is always the high tech electronics that let a bike and rider down. I can’t stand the infotainment unit on the Ultra Classic, a stereo that I could run a cable to to play off my phone would be plenty good. The Pan America was one Hell of a bike… when it would run at all. The KTM’s TFT dash has completely blacked out on me. Luckily it wasn’t ride ending and came back up when I stopped for fuel and turned the bike back on. Detachable top case, a dual USB, and the Vaquero is perfection.
Thanks for watching and great comment. Back when I was looking at the Kawi Nomad I read on forums that a same year Voyager top case would mount the Nomad...I have to believe that the top case off a Voyager would still mount to the Vaquero, come to think of it I wouldn't mind if the Voyager's top opening side cases mounted to the Vaquero as well. But yea time marches on and more tech is always where we go.... but is it always better? I don't always think so. I find myself gravitating to simpler bikes but not too simple lol. Maybe why I wasn't disappointed riding the KLR.
@@BigKatMotovlogs I have a 2018 KLR, with less than 100 miles on it. I was doing all those essential modifications when the Pan America came out, then 2 KTMs (a used 1290 then the 890) and I left the KLR on the Jack. That would be a good project for me this Winter. Ride safe, and have fun!
Amen brother, my no tech 99 Vulcan Nomad still popping along just fine, no reflash needed. Love the look of the Vaqqy though. Love to know how it fits for guys over 6ft.
I appreciate your enthusiasm for sure but the Vaquero does not have nearly enough grunt to replace my current cruiser. Plus mine has a hydraulic clutch, I love it. One finger is all you need.
Thanks for dropping by. For sure the Vulcan line of engines is small by today's industry standards, but I don't know that I'd need more personally. At the same time I leave room for the idea I could outgrow it. This also had a hydraulic clutch, still was heavier than my Vulcan S though. What's your ride btw? Ride safe!
I would agree on the lighting, also the front vents are fake and there is a lighting option to fill those in. But I think the charm of this bike is the lack of technical upgrades, but the things I personally would like to see is a power winshield and bluetooth control on their audio system, those would be big for me.
Own several bikes including but not limited to a 23 Voyager and a 24 Heritage 114. Both bought new. The Voyager specifically is a steal because its a full dresser. The only comparable Harley starts at the road glide limited at 34k. I paid 18,200 for my Voyager that represents 84% less money spent. The fit and finish, power and efficiency is no where near the Harley. Just dont expect it to be what it isnt. Lots of great selling points tho. Showa forks are stock(thats an upgrade you gotta pay for on a Harley). The OEM seat is far better than a Harley. And these bikes are well knoen to go 100k on the most basic of maintenaince.
I agree with everything you said here. The Vulcan bikes are great but you have to know what you're getting and what you're not. I also love the Heritage, I was last on a 2014 model and I have yet be on a more comfortable bike.
The short answer is adequate. It felt good and wasn't forceful. Its got 81 hp and 107 ft lb torque, but its moving a bike that's 844 lbs plus passenger(s) and gear. Just me on the bike takes the weight near 1100 lbs. It's enough to get the job it was created for done. Light to light my Vulcan 650 S will take it everyday. But for the long haul carrying alot of weight, it's got the power to that well. That said the new line of American baggers are definitely more powerful HD Road Glide 100 HP at 119ft lb and Indian Challenger 122 hp and 128 ft lb.
Thanks for the comment 🙂 HD in fact has both. The 121 for example is in this years and last years CVO Street Glide and Road Glide. The 131 as far as I know is still a crate motor option but isn't installed from the factory as part of a production run. Ride safe !
I would say that while they haven't changed the engine since the bikes creation, that doesn't necessarily mean it was or is underpowered. HD and Indian are continually making bigger builds but I'm not convinced they are needed for practical usage. If my digging around on the internet is showing me the right specs the Vaquero was actually rocking a bigger engine than the comparitive Road Glide of the time when the Vaquero was introduced. I would, therefore, conclude that since speed laws haven't changed much if at all from then to now, that the Vaquero is still powered adequately for the roads we travel. Thanks for the comment and ride safe 👍
@@BigKatMotovlogsit's a cruiser made to cruise. If you want to speed then you should get a sport bike. That being said the Vaquero and the Voyagers come restricted because of the EPA emissions. Once you flash the ECU you have awakened the beast in the bike more speed than you need.
i bought my one-owner 2017 voyager with 2332 miles in september 2020 for a $10k cash steal. the factory’s lean tune performed “ok” on highway but off the highway it was like a fat lady with wood prosthetic legs running a 5k. the solution: v&h slip ons and having the ecu flashed by ivan’s performance products - 9.8% HP increase & 14.2% Torque increase; smoother throttle response, cooler engine temps; no more decel popping & nice exhaust note. 43.1 actual mpg over my 35,771 miles of ownership. oh, self-canceling turn signals. the stock bridgestone rear tire life is around 6k miles. others, as well as myself run american elite on the rear and shinko 777hd on front for excellent ride and mileage 15k+ miles. 40 psi rear 38 psi front. stock suspension is A+. swapped the big 18” mack truck windshield for a clearview small 13” recurve windshield and added a grasshopper backrest and longhorn highway pegs. throw in regular maintenance and ride my heart out. let the good times roll.
Such a good sound? I can't hear anything except your voice. Please don't compare this bike to a Hardly Davisin. If you do, I wouldn't buy it. It's got to be way better than a junky Hardly Davisin. Looking at the bike in the video as you ride it, I don't think I would like to own a bike like that. It does resemble a Hardly Davisin, I can't live with something that ugly and stupid looking.
Hey thanks for commenting. So, my noise cancelling mic works pretty good which is why you don't hear the bike that much. However, loud doesn't equal good, so yes the bike sounded good, while not being noisy. As much as I love this bike, I don't love it for it's premium feel, I love it for it's throw back look as I ride it. Meaning the full analogue gauges. The Vaquero is adequate in all other areas. HD RD especially the new 2024's are just more advanced and subjectively better in every category. They have made advancements to the Road Glide over the years whereas Kawasaki leaves their cruisers/baggers to mediocrity and never advance them. It's a truth I don't like but it's the truth.
Please don't insult the bike a Kawi by comparing it to an Indian or a LOL HD really a Harley, they break down all the time, way way stupidly over priced, why have no idea, why anyone would want one or ride one, I demoed 5 HD's and not one was enough for me to switch or go from a honda or suzuki or a kawi no way never. HD never would I buy one.
Please man, there’s hardly anyone buying these. The resale value on these kind of bikes compared to Harley is a joke. These kind of bikes depreciate fast and almost become worthless. Harley’s hold their value well. Why anyone would want one lol that’s all you see on the road. Harley is very reliable. You never owned one by your comments. Please don’t insult my Harley.
Thanks for watching and commenting! In America HD is king hands down. The new line of HD are reliable from everything I've heard...and not just this newest line but go back to even 2014 with the Rushmore project forward. And if you want to get pickier, go back to when the evo was released, that motor alone saved HD from collapse I'm pretty sure. Well that and Reagan leveling the playing field some by tariffing Japanese imports. I can only speak to what I've heard because I've never owned a HD. HD retains value is indisputable. But you can't take anything away from Kawasaki except their fit and finish doesn't even come close to HD. But if one can get past that, they've got a mechanically sound bike that will give them almost no grief for as long as they own it. ( speaking strictly in the bagger/cruiser line ) Bottom line is both bikes are good for different reasons to different audiences and as with anything manufactured it will have flaws. Keeping your machines maintained and in good operational order is going to them on the road regardless of make. Have a good one and ride safe.
@@Prometheus1979I don't own a Harley and never would. If I won a Harley in a contest I would sell it. I've taken road trips with Harley riders and the always break down and ruin the trip for everyone. I know you like your HD but sorry they are trash. A friend of mine just spent 30k on a Road Glide and says it's almost unbearable to ride because of the heat from the bike and the dealer told him that his infotainment center could get damaged if it gets wet😂. He is mad he bought the bike when he could have gotten the Vaquero for 15k less. As far as not seeing Vaqueros on the road that is a good thing when you have something unique rather running into yourself everywhere on your HD, road glides all over the place. 😂
Harley’s always break down when y’all ride. That’s a lie. All your comments are wrong and false. I pressure wash mine all the time. Harley number 4 zero issues or breakdowns. These new ones suck I’ll agree with that. Your buddy sounds like a wimp complaining about heat. It’s an air cooled engine it’s going to put out more heat then a liquid cooled one. I highly doubt your buddy regrets buying it. Right what you like but don’t lie and say Harley is junk when they are the largest in the world. More people buy Harley then any other brand by a long shot then it’s Indian.
@@Prometheus1979 😂😂😂 How are you going to tell me I'm lying when I comes to Harley's breaking down on our road trip? I'm the one who experienced ruined road trips because of the unreliable broke down Harley not you I was there. When we ride in a group there is always a Harley breakdown you can set your watch by those overpriced pieces of junk. My brother in-law has a Ultra classic Cvo his first year of ownership the bike was put on the flatbed 3 times for the same thing it would not start 😂. Again how are you going to tell me I'm lying about what my friend said about his road glide being too hot to ride? He told me not you. He said the dealer told him he has to be careful so as not to get the entertainment system wet or it will malfunction and he was mad about it because he wasn't told this until after he purchased the bike. He is not a wimp because he can't take the heat burning his legs while he rides, he is just being honest and that is a poor design on the part of Harley Davidson. The Voyager which is what I have and the Vaquero both have a fan system set up to draw heat away from the rider pushing it under the bike. We also have sliding luvers or vents at the feet you can open or close to keep heat off your legs and feet or when it's cold out you can close the vents to keep warm. So he is no wimp, Harley is just dumb for making a big one that uncomfortable to ride. Again poor engineering on Harley's part. Then you got to take into account the frequent maintenance schedule for a Harley. Just because Harley sells a lot of bike doesn't make them the best. It just shows that sheep herd mentality, they just want to say they have a HD 😂. I had a co-worker who bought a Harley and he admits he bought it just for the name and says he wish he bought something else, that thing was always breaking down.
Kawasaki’s version of the Road Glide. Half the price, better, more reliable bike. Nuff said 🤘
lol right
I currently own a Kawasaki Vaquero myself. Let me tell you, this was a great purchase. I've had ZERO issues in 3 years👌🏿. Routine maintenance and it'll keep on ticking. I had a Vulcan 900 for 2 years prior to the Vaquero. The only con is the electronics(outdated). But I'm cool with that.
YO TD205 I know you have a Vaquero, and one of the best sounding ones I've ever heard. Before I started this channel I dropped by your channel and subbed because of the Vaquero. That particular time you were talking about 2 vs 4 finger clutching. I also had a Vulcan 900 but that was short lived, I would have gotten another but ABS became a mandatory thing for me and sadly the 900's don't seem to get that treatment. Anyway cool to see a name I recognize see this vid, and thanks for the comment!
@BigKatMotovlogs You're welcome man!! Thanks for watching 👍🏿!! Yes, I have the Vance and Hines slip-ons. It does bring out a more aggressive sounds👌🏿. Yes, the 900 was short lived for me too, even though the ABS wasn't the issue. I just outgrew it. I can take the Vaquero all over the US comfortabililty😁. Stay safe man!!
@@TD205 you definitely wouldn't get that reliability from a road glide. Good choice not falling into the Harley trap.
Love my Voyager! After the ECU flash the engine really wakes up too. It's a huge difference in performance.
Hey thanks for watching. Yes I've heard the Ivans Flash wakes it up and also makes it run cooler than stock. Should I invest in this model I believe that's one of the first things that would happen.
What’s the horse power gain after flash? For 20k that bike is slow. Might as well go Indian.
I would LOVE to see the Japanese OEM's compete again. Kawasaki needs to make a brand new Vaquero.
Oh man that would be so cool. The king of the baggers is fun but boring at the same time, only HD and Indian. Kawasaki really needs to get in there in my opinion. I would love to see The Vaquero get some minor updates without losing that old style hot rod look that I love so much. They could go with a bigger power plant, updated sound system, and adjustable windscreen like Indian. Maybe update the look of their controls? I dunno I didn't mess with the cruise for the short bit I was on it so maybe it's not as cumbersome as it initially looks
@@BigKatMotovlogs yes!!! It honestly wouldn’t take that much. The Vulcan/Vaquero/Voyager just really needs to be updated. We don’t necessarily need a new bike. I would also like to see Yamaha return with that liquid cooled V-4 that was in the Royal Star Venture.
Oh yea for sure! That was a gorgeous bike.
They have a hard time selling those bikes. Definitely a lot of bike for what you can get them, but you better plan on keeping it, bc you’ll take a bath trying pushing it in the used market.
They do have a bit of a time selling them. They need to pay attention to the market. I think top load side cases instead of the clam shells, updated blue tooth compatible sound system and say 3 color choices and LEDs all around and I think they would sell better and move in the used market better too.
Awesome ride and video. Thank you. I am looking forward to purchasing one here in the near future. Be my third motorcycle I ever owned. I currently have a Drz400s. My personal toy...lol. We need a bigger bike for commuting on the streets. Thanks again for the video. Covered what I needed to hear. Be safe
Hey thanks for the kind comment. Glad it helped you out! It's still on my short list of "next bike" as well. Ride safe
The Voyager is a great bike for both the people who are not interested in tech... and for those that want tech... its a great base to start mods. 70k on mine
I always wanted to try one out. Nice video 👍
Thankyou, if you ever get to try one you wont be disappointed I don't think
Awesome video. I’d love to try this bike but I’ve tried a lot of bikes and still always float back to my Vulcan S. Just so sporty and nimble, hard to beat.
Thanks! Yea Vulcan S is a great bike, there's not alot it can't do.
Nice review I been looking to get one but was afraid of the weight compared to my Vulcan s . Looks like it was no problem for you , thanks for giving me some encouragement.
So glad this helped. Honestly once you get moving you really don't feel it. Not only was this the first time on the Vaquero but the first time on a bike that heavy. The HD Heritage Classic comes in second. You will feel the weight when you roll slow but it is balanced really well. I encourage you to go schedule a test ride, you'll be surprised.
I had 2… a Vulcan 1600, then a 2017 voyager .. was a totally different bike after an Ivan’s flash. I traded it in for a 2021 Indian pursuit… the Indian can’t touch the reliability of the Kawasaki. But Bluetooth and maps.. and my favorite… the adjustable windshield. Made it too attractive to pass up.. if Kawasaki gets off it’s butt and upgrades the dino.. I’ll step right back
Hey thanks for watching and comment. The Indian Pursuit is a beautiful bike for sure but I agree the most attractive feature for me would be the adjustable windshield. As much as I love the Vaquero, I honestly don't know if I'm ready for a fairing yet, I keep leaning towards the 2014 Kawi Nomad.
I ride a 2011 Vaquero (with the Ivan flash and a big air intake). I only wish she had ABS. I think ABS started on the 2012s. Great bike. I love your enthusiasm.
Thanks for the comment! Ivan flash would be my first upgrade, after that air intake and pipes. Have a good one and stay safe.
I bought a new 21' Vaquero over a year ago, my first bagger. I've mostly ridden 79' KZ 1000 ST's, my first & 3rd bike. Other than the weight difference, can't really complain. Especially being thousands less than a comparable HD or Indian.
Hey thanks for the watch and the comment drop. The price of the Vaquero is definitely attractive. If you can live without the bells and whistles of the other two, especially Indian, then you have a good quality bagger on the cheap.
Having had a couple of Vulcan S' myself over the years I suggest trying an Indian Scout if you have a dealer relatively close. The things you love about the vulcan and the vaquero combine in the Scout. Great video mate.
Hey thanks for the comment drop and compliment. Funny you should mention that because I bought my KVS from an Indian dealership. I looked hard at the Scout but the KVS was more inline with the money I was willing to drop at that time.
@BigKatMotovlogs thanks for replying, definitely open your mind to an Indian mate, I'm a similar age and got into riding legally since being a kid in the last 10 years myself, I'm in the UK and we have a decent Indian network here, my local dealership is kawasaki and Indian and I've owned both multiple times.
The scout I own now I 'bought' brand new on PCP basically renting with an optional payment after 3 years in 2016, I had to trade it in because I couldn't afford the bubble payment in 2019 so I did the same with another new Vulcan, that's how they lock you in, in the UK, cheap payment for a new bike but you never really own it. Weird coincidence that I dropped into the shop and my old Indian was for sale I could afford on finance and keep at the end, apologies for the long reply but your story is very similar so I wanted to advise you on mine in case it helps you 👊
I have to say that is interesting. I don't think we do financing like that over here. I haven't made payments on a vehicle in a while but I have a feeling my next bike, I will, unless I come across an insane deal. But I am totally open to Indian, I am hoping the Indian demo circuit hits my area so I can throw a leg over a couple of their bikes including the Scout. Thanks for the advise man and Ride On!
Scout sucks, got no balls, overheats and the seat was too hard for me. I'm skinny
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Actual test ride starts at 9:15. The Vaquero is the best looking bike of the big three you mentioned. Apparently, it has the best brakes too. I hate clamshell bags though.
The KACT2 braking is definitely good -- I don't have experience yet with other big baggers to compare but I know HD has a rep for weaker brakes. I also not a huge fan of the clam shells, makes me wonder if you can snag top loaders off the Nomad and make them work on this?
This is what motorcycles should still be. Forget all that updated BS people talk about, it’s nothing but a headache.
If it has a usb outlet to power a handlebar mounted phone or GPS, that all the high tech a person needs.
I have a 17 Ultra Classic and had a Pan America. I also have a KTM 890 Adventure S model and it is always the high tech electronics that let a bike and rider down. I can’t stand the infotainment unit on the Ultra Classic, a stereo that I could run a cable to to play off my phone would be plenty good. The Pan America was one Hell of a bike… when it would run at all. The KTM’s TFT dash has completely blacked out on me. Luckily it wasn’t ride ending and came back up when I stopped for fuel and turned the bike back on.
Detachable top case, a dual USB, and the Vaquero is perfection.
Thanks for watching and great comment. Back when I was looking at the Kawi Nomad I read on forums that a same year Voyager top case would mount the Nomad...I have to believe that the top case off a Voyager would still mount to the Vaquero, come to think of it I wouldn't mind if the Voyager's top opening side cases mounted to the Vaquero as well. But yea time marches on and more tech is always where we go.... but is it always better? I don't always think so. I find myself gravitating to simpler bikes but not too simple lol. Maybe why I wasn't disappointed riding the KLR.
@@BigKatMotovlogs I have a 2018 KLR, with less than 100 miles on it. I was doing all those essential modifications when the Pan America came out, then 2 KTMs (a used 1290 then the 890) and I left the KLR on the Jack. That would be a good project for me this Winter.
Ride safe, and have fun!
Amen brother, my no tech 99 Vulcan Nomad still popping along just fine, no reflash needed. Love the look of the Vaqqy though. Love to know how it fits for guys over 6ft.
I was laughing so much.
I hope you get it. 😂🍻
I might, I still have other bikes I want to check out but this is on the short list for sure
I appreciate your enthusiasm for sure but the Vaquero does not have nearly enough grunt to replace my current cruiser. Plus mine has a hydraulic clutch, I love it. One finger is all you need.
Thanks for dropping by. For sure the Vulcan line of engines is small by today's industry standards, but I don't know that I'd need more personally. At the same time I leave room for the idea I could outgrow it. This also had a hydraulic clutch, still was heavier than my Vulcan S though. What's your ride btw? Ride safe!
@@BigKatMotovlogs I have a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 GT.
@@jimanders9971 Yep beast mode. Definitely can see why the Vaquero wouldn't do it for you.
i would love me some vn2000 vaquero with gps and bluetooth
This bike is almost perfect. Just needs some updated technology when it comes to stereo and maybe some LED light options.
I would agree on the lighting, also the front vents are fake and there is a lighting option to fill those in. But I think the charm of this bike is the lack of technical upgrades, but the things I personally would like to see is a power winshield and bluetooth control on their audio system, those would be big for me.
Own several bikes including but not limited to a 23 Voyager and a 24 Heritage 114. Both bought new. The Voyager specifically is a steal because its a full dresser. The only comparable Harley starts at the road glide limited at 34k. I paid 18,200 for my Voyager that represents 84% less money spent. The fit and finish, power and efficiency is no where near the Harley. Just dont expect it to be what it isnt. Lots of great selling points tho. Showa forks are stock(thats an upgrade you gotta pay for on a Harley). The OEM seat is far better than a Harley. And these bikes are well knoen to go 100k on the most basic of maintenaince.
I agree with everything you said here. The Vulcan bikes are great but you have to know what you're getting and what you're not. I also love the Heritage, I was last on a 2014 model and I have yet be on a more comfortable bike.
How was the power?
The short answer is adequate. It felt good and wasn't forceful. Its got 81 hp and 107 ft lb torque, but its moving a bike that's 844 lbs plus passenger(s) and gear. Just me on the bike takes the weight near 1100 lbs. It's enough to get the job it was created for done. Light to light my Vulcan 650 S will take it everyday. But for the long haul carrying alot of weight, it's got the power to that well. That said the new line of American baggers are definitely more powerful HD Road Glide 100 HP at 119ft lb and Indian Challenger 122 hp and 128 ft lb.
Harley has a 131 not a 121 😊
Thanks for the comment 🙂 HD in fact has both. The 121 for example is in this years and last years CVO Street Glide and Road Glide. The 131 as far as I know is still a crate motor option but isn't installed from the factory as part of a production run. Ride safe !
If I see you, you're getting waved at. The distance doesn't matter. Thems the rules.
lol i feel you , ride safe !
The vaquero is way underpowered 😢
I would say that while they haven't changed the engine since the bikes creation, that doesn't necessarily mean it was or is underpowered. HD and Indian are continually making bigger builds but I'm not convinced they are needed for practical usage. If my digging around on the internet is showing me the right specs the Vaquero was actually rocking a bigger engine than the comparitive Road Glide of the time when the Vaquero was introduced. I would, therefore, conclude that since speed laws haven't changed much if at all from then to now, that the Vaquero is still powered adequately for the roads we travel. Thanks for the comment and ride safe 👍
That's only because of the EPA restrictions the US puts on the bikes emissions. Flash the ECU and the bike is a beast.
@@BigKatMotovlogsit's a cruiser made to cruise. If you want to speed then you should get a sport bike. That being said the Vaquero and the Voyagers come restricted because of the EPA emissions. Once you flash the ECU you have awakened the beast in the bike more speed than you need.
Both 5th and 6th gear are overdrive.
Correct
i bought my one-owner 2017 voyager with 2332 miles in september 2020 for a $10k cash steal. the factory’s lean tune performed “ok” on highway but off the highway it was like a fat lady with wood prosthetic legs running a 5k. the solution: v&h slip ons and having the ecu flashed by ivan’s performance products - 9.8% HP increase & 14.2% Torque increase; smoother throttle response, cooler engine temps; no more decel popping & nice exhaust note. 43.1 actual mpg over my 35,771 miles of ownership.
oh, self-canceling turn signals.
the stock bridgestone rear tire life is around 6k miles. others, as well as myself run american elite on the rear and shinko 777hd on front for excellent ride and mileage 15k+ miles. 40 psi rear 38 psi front.
stock suspension is A+.
swapped the big 18” mack truck windshield for a clearview small 13” recurve windshield and added a grasshopper backrest and longhorn highway pegs. throw in regular maintenance and ride my heart out.
let the good times roll.
That sounds amazing! Some simple stuff and you got a bike for life if you want. Thanks for the input, ride safe!
Such a good sound? I can't hear anything except your voice. Please don't compare this bike to a Hardly Davisin. If you do, I wouldn't buy it. It's got to be way better than a junky Hardly Davisin. Looking at the bike in the video as you ride it, I don't think I would like to own a bike like that. It does resemble a Hardly Davisin, I can't live with something that ugly and stupid looking.
Hey thanks for commenting. So, my noise cancelling mic works pretty good which is why you don't hear the bike that much. However, loud doesn't equal good, so yes the bike sounded good, while not being noisy. As much as I love this bike, I don't love it for it's premium feel, I love it for it's throw back look as I ride it. Meaning the full analogue gauges. The Vaquero is adequate in all other areas. HD RD especially the new 2024's are just more advanced and subjectively better in every category. They have made advancements to the Road Glide over the years whereas Kawasaki leaves their cruisers/baggers to mediocrity and never advance them. It's a truth I don't like but it's the truth.
Please don't insult the bike a Kawi by comparing it to an Indian or a LOL HD really a Harley, they break down all the time, way way stupidly over priced, why have no idea, why anyone would want one or ride one, I demoed 5 HD's and not one was enough for me to switch or go from a honda or suzuki or a kawi no way never. HD never would I buy one.
Please man, there’s hardly anyone buying these. The resale value on these kind of bikes compared to Harley is a joke. These kind of bikes depreciate fast and almost become worthless. Harley’s hold their value well. Why anyone would want one lol that’s all you see on the road. Harley is very reliable. You never owned one by your comments. Please don’t insult my Harley.
Thanks for watching and commenting! In America HD is king hands down. The new line of HD are reliable from everything I've heard...and not just this newest line but go back to even 2014 with the Rushmore project forward. And if you want to get pickier, go back to when the evo was released, that motor alone saved HD from collapse I'm pretty sure. Well that and Reagan leveling the playing field some by tariffing Japanese imports. I can only speak to what I've heard because I've never owned a HD. HD retains value is indisputable. But you can't take anything away from Kawasaki except their fit and finish doesn't even come close to HD. But if one can get past that, they've got a mechanically sound bike that will give them almost no grief for as long as they own it. ( speaking strictly in the bagger/cruiser line ) Bottom line is both bikes are good for different reasons to different audiences and as with anything manufactured it will have flaws. Keeping your machines maintained and in good operational order is going to them on the road regardless of make. Have a good one and ride safe.
@@Prometheus1979I don't own a Harley and never would. If I won a Harley in a contest I would sell it. I've taken road trips with Harley riders and the always break down and ruin the trip for everyone. I know you like your HD but sorry they are trash. A friend of mine just spent 30k on a Road Glide and says it's almost unbearable to ride because of the heat from the bike and the dealer told him that his infotainment center could get damaged if it gets wet😂. He is mad he bought the bike when he could have gotten the Vaquero for 15k less.
As far as not seeing Vaqueros on the road that is a good thing when you have something unique rather running into yourself everywhere on your HD, road glides all over the place. 😂
Harley’s always break down when y’all ride. That’s a lie. All your comments are wrong and false. I pressure wash mine all the time. Harley number 4 zero issues or breakdowns. These new ones suck I’ll agree with that. Your buddy sounds like a wimp complaining about heat. It’s an air cooled engine it’s going to put out more heat then a liquid cooled one. I highly doubt your buddy regrets buying it. Right what you like but don’t lie and say Harley is junk when they are the largest in the world. More people buy Harley then any other brand by a long shot then it’s Indian.
@@Prometheus1979 😂😂😂 How are you going to tell me I'm lying when I comes to Harley's breaking down on our road trip? I'm the one who experienced ruined road trips because of the unreliable broke down Harley not you I was there. When we ride in a group there is always a Harley breakdown you can set your watch by those overpriced pieces of junk. My brother in-law has a Ultra classic Cvo his first year of ownership the bike was put on the flatbed 3 times for the same thing it would not start 😂.
Again how are you going to tell me I'm lying about what my friend said about his road glide being too hot to ride? He told me not you. He said the dealer told him he has to be careful so as not to get the entertainment system wet or it will malfunction and he was mad about it because he wasn't told this until after he purchased the bike. He is not a wimp because he can't take the heat burning his legs while he rides, he is just being honest and that is a poor design on the part of Harley Davidson. The Voyager which is what I have and the Vaquero both have a fan system set up to draw heat away from the rider pushing it under the bike. We also have sliding luvers or vents at the feet you can open or close to keep heat off your legs and feet or when it's cold out you can close the vents to keep warm. So he is no wimp, Harley is just dumb for making a big one that uncomfortable to ride. Again poor engineering on Harley's part. Then you got to take into account the frequent maintenance schedule for a Harley. Just because Harley sells a lot of bike doesn't make them the best. It just shows that sheep herd mentality, they just want to say they have a HD 😂. I had a co-worker who bought a Harley and he admits he bought it just for the name and says he wish he bought something else, that thing was always breaking down.