2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Finding a large motorcycle with good ergonomics for shorter people can be quite a challenge. Usually, riders will have to make some concessions and sacrifice some comfort. The Ergo-Fit system on the Kawasaki Vulcan S is unique, allowing the customer to tailor the pegs, bars, and seat to best suit their individual body type.
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Well I am 6'5" ...This System Needs to be Implemented On all Motorcycles..Regardless of "Brand"... Custom Fit ...Easy!
It is on other bikes but they charge for it, kawi dosnt charge which is how it should be. Had this bike for 2 years for the wife. Great bike. Then she wanted a scout. They have the same thing but charge for it. Really sucked.
Indian has multiple bar/seat/peg combos for the Scout, but they all cost extra. They are doing the same with the new FTR1200, they have a bunch of bar/peg/seat combos for it and it gets expensive FAST with that.
HD has had it for many years also ,there are 5 positions on a sportster. Yamaha had it 20 years ago I think. Just kawi is smart they advertise it. Spent all that money on the scout and got rid of it in less than a year was plagued with issues. The Vulcan was a great bime.
@@alfredvogl4052 they're scamming people here in the philippines they charge for the seat and handlebar change
@@bernardjameswilson in the U.S. seat, bars, and controls are free. At least they use to be anyway. I have not looked in awhile. But I liked the bike. Even with all the reduced controls I would buzz around on it.
Got a 2015 Vulcan S. Awesome bike for my short legs (5 ft 6 in), can outrun Harley's in the 883-1200 cc range. Can curve really great.
Only thing I wished was that it had the 900cc 4 cylinder engine for even more ooomph, but that might be asking for too much LOL.
I'm 5ft 8 in. Do you think I should choose the reduced reach??
Bicycle shops have been doing this for over 100 years
It took the motorcycle market to fit riders a millennium
why can't you turn off the bike?
You can also show the motorcycle without the engine running.....
I wan this bikeeee. This is the moment were I hate being a student
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
That's a nice looking bike! I would prefer it be belt driven though.
I wonder , if you could do some sort of fabrication on a belt drive sprocket ⚙️ conversion kit , possibly not that hard of a thing to possibly do … save a lot of chain grease and the maintenance would be more ideal , I like my chain drive, but it would definitely turn it into more of a better commuter bike with less maintenance, perhaps 🤔
Christina should have her own UA-cam channel.
I'm sure she'd be an inspiration to a lot of women that are thinking about getting into riding, as well as new riders in general.
I agree! Very articulate. And I’m jokingly telling my daughters to consider which motorcycle they want (one is 4’11” and the other is probably going to max out at 5’2” or thereabouts). I know there’s safer ways to travel but I don’t want them thinking there’s anything they can’t do. I could see my younger daughter doing videos like this in the future. She’s shy but eats her fears for breakfast.
People who ride cruisers like curvy roads we just dont feel the need to take a 35mph corner at 80MPH
That's like liking sex but not wanting it to involve two squirrels and a gallon of vegetable oil.
I call that being a rolling road block...
Wow! A Biker with brains! WTF.....nice hearing from a biker that is not an idiot dumbass crash waiting to happen!
Sorry to burst the bubble but this thing is pretty zippy
An R6 has roughly a 3.1sec 0-60
The 2015 vulcan s has a 4.2sec 0-60
@@jamesjammiejam what's u tryin to pointing out?
they don't mention this in the video, but the Vulcan S 650 twin is the fastest production cruiser motorcycle in its category (not including muscle cruisers).
Kawasaki went for a new niche, affordable sporty cruiser.
it is by far the fastest cruiser you can get for the money.
That is a good point and really one that's not brought up as much as the bike deserves. I've seen a few Vulcan S's setting pretty solid paces, though they do seem to touch down hard parts pretty quick.
Law Abiding Citizen honda Rebel 500 ?
Because no one cares how fast a cruiser is. Its a cruiser.
@@diobrando6147 I disagree - this is the best of both worlds. A relaxed ride and fun when you want it.
@@benjamincs1 so Fun = Fast? Thats so wrong.
The lack of adjustability for motorcycles is annoying and inexcusable, especially considering how expensive they are. It's not that complicated. If engineers can do it with cars and bicycles there's no reason they can't do it with motorcycles. I'm 6'4" and thankfully I found the Versys, which basically fits me, but is still a bit small.
As someone who is the same height as her, this video was perfect, just perfect.
I’m curious to what degree she misses the cruiser ride after she’s gone back to her regular bikes.
I want one so bad, as soon as I can afford to haha. Currently loving my little Rebel 250 cruiser
How is the new Rebel, or is it an old-gen Rebel you are talking about? Cheers!
@@sparklysparks77 I was on thr Rebel 250. Now I'm on the Yamaha Virago 535! Looking to move to something around 900cc like the Triumph Scrambler next year sometime. I have some motorvlogs on my channel actually with the Rebel and Virago
Not to mention this bike is sturdy AF. I recently collided into the back of another car at about 30 mph.
Low and behold, and i kid you not, the bike had NO damage. Just the handlebars got misadjusted , and were taken care of the next day.
I was astonished.
This is good info I'm planning on purchasing it
Riding and texting aye?
@@LynxStarAuto haha, no, she cut me off, about 5 feet in front of me, and slammed her brakes.
@@dustywilson5461 That's awful. Glad you're okay 🙂
This "entry level" cruiser is actually faster than most of your big v-twin cruisers on the market just by virtue of being so much lighter, but the power is quite manageable as the Kawi 650 twin has one of the easiest to manage powerbands aorund. I think it is also one of the best handling cruisers on the market, at least on a par with an Indian Scout, if not one of the '00s Japanese sport cruisers. And it's downright cheap to boot. Around the same price as Harley's pathetically underwhelming Street 500.
Amazing short riders review!! Please we need more short riders reviews!! Specially for dirt bikes , Christina is the best choice for those videos please please make it happen !! Love you guys !!
This format is fantastic. As someone researching bikes, it is great to hear the perspective of someone who is well spoken, rides often, yet isn’t so rehearsed sounding; it feels genuine and believable. Thanks!
OMG what a gorgeous bike!
I'm same build as Christina & learning to ride & considering Vulcan S as 1st bike. Thanks for in depth review of Ergo-Fit for short women. Now Christina I just need to know your channel so I can follow & see you rip the track! 🏍️ 💨
Just bought my first bike today, 2018 vulcan s 650. Happy so far.
Was it cheaper because it's last years model.
How has it been??
Setup for weight - great point. I don't see how any bike, let alone a new bike, that's sold by a dealership should have sag set correctly as part of delivery at least...more adjustable bikes should have at least one suspension set up included with the sale.
Good topic, Mo. I've wanted to see the Ergo fit system reviewed since this bike same out.
I asked my dealership to set mine and they did when i bought my bike.
I ride my slightly modified Vulcan S through the twisties every weekend with both my cousins street triple and MT10, it isa real underdog that delivers the goods
Oh look its the exact same system from day 1 launch in 2015
True. The only differences from 2015's to today's Vulcan S bikes are the color schemes (also depend on the country you buy them at) and the gear indicator that was not present before 2018 as far as I can remember.
Excellent video, thank you for creating & posting 👍🏻
That chain looks a little loose ma boiz.
I thought it was only me who noticed that
Nice honest review. Nice approach too, letting her ride the bike for 3 months. In general, they need to fit better shocks on ALL budget Japanese bikes.
Just stumbled on this vulcan s, instantly fell in love with it. Absolutely beautiful motorcycle
This is my dream bike!!! I will buy it one day!!
Apart from cringe-worthy comments by the other (male) road-tester, a good review and explanation of the ergo-fit system. Girl road-tester knew her stuff and gave a good critique. At about the same height myself, I can empathise with the point about not having to get off just to move the bike around.
this bike was my love at first sight
This looks awesome. I’m thinking about getting my bike licence and I’m really sold on these things. They look like a good place to start.
It needs a bigger engine, Kawasaki should consider putting the VN900 motor in it.
bigger doesn't mean better this thing will out run its big brothers.
That would make it slower.
I like her. I knew that seat they sold her first wasn't looking to comfy. Nice review.
I went to look at one of these,..but they changed from belt drive to chain,...deal breaker,...shame, as I like the bike and if it had a belt drive option it would have sold me.
It’s great to see a real world review of the ergo fit system 👍
Cry me a river. I'd give ANYTHING to be short, and shopping for a Japanese motorcycle.
IKR
I bought a Vulcan S Café last Saturday with Arrow system🏍😎 Amazing bike 👌
I own a Vulcan S and the only complaint about it are the signal lights.
They wiggle too much. :D
And one thing they failed to pimp was the ‘positive neutral finder’, which my wife really liked every time she came to a stop and wanted Neutral...no more shooting thru Neutral and going into 2nd gear which is a common complaint of new riders on most bikes.
@06:40 to 07:01 Christina you looked just like Sarah from Days Gone. Its great to get the review from an experience professional motorcycle rider. Thumbs up.
Nice! Love the vulcan line, really enjoy mine.
Me too👍
Honestly this bike looks pretty friggin stunning! I recently bought my first bike which is a 04 Vulcan 800 and it handles very very well! For a bike as large as it is its pretty damn fast for an 800cc. Now I cant keep up with sport bikes at all but its a very fun rid!
Amazing how well the bike fit her! My wife experiences similar issues at 5'4"
I experience the other end I'm 6'2". So many sport bikes I just can't ride! I loved my ZX10, just couldn't ride it for more than an hour and a half or so.
What problem do you face, not the seat height ofcourse?
That's not a height problem, that's just how superbikes are. I'm 5 ft 7 and can't ride a CBR1000 for more than 30 minutes.
@@motorpolitan8884 Sport bikes are very tiring
Zx14 bruh, or like me, get a cbr1100xx
Very good idea from the manufacturer. But should be able to be adjusted by the owner.
You can adjust on your own at anytime. Seat is one bolt swap. Pegs are a few extra bolts but simple, handlebars are more time consuming but also quite simple. Also available is an extra extended reach aftermarket R&G foot peg modification for extra long legs like mine.
Super excited to be my first bike, cant stop thinking of it day and night. working my ass off to afford one by the summer 2021 and enjoy beautiful British Colombia's landscapes... Peace and love to everyone
Did you get one? Just curious, looking to buy one.
I'm a suzuki fan boy but after seeing the reviews on this bike i think i'll get one
This is a great motorcycle!!!!!
I own a Vulcan S and I ride a MV Agusta 1090RR as well. I can tell that when I ride the Vulcan S, I beat the shit out of it big time .. it's an amazing bike ! I love it ! The only thing is the suspension is absolutely Terrible !.. but yeah I know that it's maybe not design the be ride that hard.. however .. awesome bike overall!
And yes, I have the Vulcan as a back up bike when the MV is in repair .. hahaha
Glad to know the bike can twisty roads. I hope Christina reviews a SV650.
Good review. Thank you. Although I am a Ninja type of bike guy, I really appreciate the practical review like this!! (Thank you)
This will be my first bike
Sorry - what's new here ? Ergo Fit has been offered on Vulcan for a few years.You've made it look like this is a new feature being offered in 2019 Bikes.. Same applies to everything else you mentioned (like Gear indicator which was available in 2017 model).
What's new is the fact that it was reviewed by a rider who actually benefited from the Ergo-Fit system. Also, we hadn't done a review of this bike, which we really like, in a while.
@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist Please do a new midsize cruiser shootout.
Evans Brasfield : Okay.. I see that you have changed the title in thumbnail to a more appropriate one !
this video is obviously an ad
@@ridzwanlol : I don't mind an Ad of Kawasaki Vulcan S since this is my fav Motorcycle - I own one !
One of the most exciting and surprising motorcycles I’ve ever ridden. I have a Versys 650 and love it, but I thought the Vulcan S was more fun and exciting. It’s not a cruiser, it’s a recumbent Ninja 650. I would buy one.
I love the look of the Vulcan I just really hate the MPG at 50 :/
I am exectly 6.1. Same length of torso and legs. I wonder what feets me. I am just at the border.
What a brilliant idea! Kawasaki should implement this system into all of their machines. They would make a fortune, especially if they could adjust the reach to the ground or find a way to retro fit older motorcycles. Custom fit bikes could be the way of the future.
Resale is fked though
The rear shock has 9 adjustable settings. Don’t know why neither one of them knew that, especially since she complained about it.
That fit system is really cool! And I am not even a cruiser fan.
You can adjust the shock. It has 7 positions... then ride it and see what difference it makes.
ground hight is vary low
Deamn, can i find a wife like Christina? =))
Oh well, girls. Stop swearing.
Love the look of these bikes. And I’m happy they have size adjustments. I’m 6’3 and a newbie rider. So that’s really comforting to hear haha. I feel like this is probably the one I’ll get.
I'm 5'11" and I use the middle setting and it's fantastic. I'm sure the tall setting would fit you perfectly.
ERGO, some of my answers you will understand, and some of them you will not. Concordantly, while your first question may be the most pertinent, you may or may not realize it is also the most irrelevant.
this is fucking awesome! kawasaki, like a tailored suit for your body.
😱Kawasaki Vulcan same price with harley davidson 883 iron , I go with harley davidson iron 883 👍🏻
If you are image conscious, yes. If you care about quality and engineering, not so much.
Wow, Ergo-fit system would be the best choice for whom want to buy the exact bike! I wanna see the awesome process in Kawasaki, South Korea
That looks a lot like Azusa canyon.
Was thinking the same thing.
That’s cool. You guys are cruising in Azusa, California. More specifically Azusa Canyon.
Hm thought the ergofit system was built in the bike. Stupid to have to buy different seats pegs handlebars when the could have built it with different mountingpoints.
As it is now it could be that you go lookinc at a secondhandbike that is fit for a short person and you miight be tall. Stupid is what it is.
M`yes, m`yes, we all know the fantastic history of the Kawisaki...
Gear indicator is nice, but I know what gear I'm in by throttle feel after some time on bike. Grew up riding off road and street bikes with no indicator so you learn to rely on feel not visual.
I am looking to buy this Motorcycle and this video pretty much sold it for me. Thank you for the great video.
If Kawasaki took this design, made it a bit bigger and added a 107 V-Twin with a 240 rear, it would be a winner
Yamaha bolt VS Kawasaki Vulcan S?
Vulcan hands down. Only thing with the Vulcan is it has an inline twin which doesn't sound or feel very cruisery. Its engine has been reworked for low-end torque from the original Ninja engine, so while retaining a bit of its sporty nature it's still pretty tame and very usable down low, sound okay with an exhaust swap (even the factory Arrow option sounds good) but it's just not a V-Twin. So if you're looking for a pure cruiser experience, the Vulcan might not do.
But aside from that, looks very nice (subjective) and more modern than your typical cruiser, rides great, handles better than pretty much any other cruiser really. Fuel economy (and subsequently range) is great, don't know about the Bolt, but never came across any cruiser than could even compete.
All of that with a cheaper price tag. I mean...
Mirrors are ugly :o)
If you are leaving it stock, Vulcan. If you want a blank canvas to customize, the Bolt. The Bolt is literally a Japanese Sportster and has a huge aftermarket (well huge for a metric cruiser).
The guy is super uncomfortable.. Christina saved this one..
I'm seriously considering one of these bikes, light weight cruiser that is adjustable, really cool
Did you get one? Just curious, looking to buy one.
Very interesting. I've kind of stopped wanting to complete my license and ride after a low speed crash, coming to a stop on top of a steep street but this gives me some hope. I'm 5ft 6in and I have some serious knee injuries from before so I don't feel comfortable without both my feet touching the ground. And Christina is really inspiring.
Is the Ergo system installed on the 2015 Vulcan S?
i feel like i want to own one
I have a Versys 650. That 650 motor is great. Rock solid reliable, enough power to leave most cruisers in the dust, but not insanely quick, so you can use all of the power on the street. I can't vouch for the Vulcan's handling, but I've heard it handles extremely well for a cruiser, one of the better canyon carving cruisers out there (at least on par with an Indian Scout, if not a Japanese Sport cruiser of the '00s ala Star Warrior or Vulcan Mean Streak). The Versys is a sport tourer and handles like a scalpel on twisty roads (best handling of the Kawasaki 650s by far).
Awesome review with all the topics by Christina.
and dont fix the seat yet. the seat is so uncomfortable for a long ride. (2015 model owner)
Young Thug said in one of his songs Ridin' Kawasaki, I could cop you a new 'Rari
She said that the suspension is not adjustable? But on the website it says that you CAN adjust it to have it softer
Just got mine! Just simply put, perfectly working bike smooth riding.
too small for big guys .. i expect they make a 900 or 1200cc
Nice looking bike. Changing Ergonomics is great. Good idea. Needs LED headlight!
It is a pretty inexpensive bike, hence the halogen headlight.
It costs like $30 to switch out the head light bulb to led, literally the first thing I did have my first night right. and that $30 comes with two bulbs.
Of course LED bulb in halogen housing works like crap
mrvwbug44 no it doesn’t lol it’s literally day time at night with the bulbs I have.
Scott Campbell www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01L91AQAC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image these bulbs are amazing don’t listen to those who don’t actually have them
Didn't think a woman was capable of riding a motorcycle let alone a car
Veru ugly sitting position and lower posture will shake and jolted
is there a cruiser motorcycle more nimble than this, thats over 500cc?
Doesnt sound like it looks disappointed was hoping it rattled like a cruiser
the vulcan s needs to be a muscle cruiser.... not this 600cc crap
Well...it's a great motor bike. But my bike it's not so bad😎
The turnsignals are so funny, they jump up and down the whole time.
6:43 ass shot
At first I thought she was Sasha grey. 😍
They both like that throbbing thing between there legs. 😂😂😂
how tall is she?
5 foot 3
I'm really falling in love with this bike and haven't been able to try one because I live in northern Italy and there's a dealership nearby with them but it's closed. I love this idea of being fit to the rider I guess for me at 5'11" the standard like medium reach would probably be perfect but I'm really looking forward to going to see one in the flesh when I get chance.
I'm 5'10" and have the extended pegs, extended seat and have a set of 8 inch mini apes. I am a slight bit stretched out on it but I like that feel. Legs are pretty far out almost to highway peg position and my arms are extended fully with a tiny bend. Long story short, standard fit is okay for someone your size but if you like some extra room, you'll want to go to extended reach for at least your foot pegs.
@@xfiringsquadx Ahhh that sounds pretty good then, I might try a fitting soon and just see how things feel. Thanks for sharing your experience I'll note it down.
@@y05077 Did you ever check the Volcano S out?
Isn't the suspension adjustable? There's a wrench for it in the toolkit under the seat.
spanner wrench
I think it's a great move