Looking at a 2024 Vulcan this weekend, under 2,000 miles but its my first bike and I dont know exactly what to look out for. Any suggestions on ownership or common issues would be greatly appreciated!
2017 model 8500km(5300mi) odo
$3800 ($2740 usd)
Kawasaki Vulcan S, low mileage
Corbin seat (worth 900$)
Kawasaki top bag
Madstad windshield
Tires in good shape
Rear brake changed 500 km ago
Scratch on gas tank.
Reason for selling not enough time to enjoy it.
Two 4L saddlebags added to her, $120. I’m running out of mods to do boys 😱
I recently replaced both tyres on my 2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S in Bangalore/India.
I fitted a Michelin Road 6 120/70 ZR18 on the front and a Vredestein 160/60 R17 on the rear.
The tyre replacement itself wasn't the difficult part. The surprisingly difficult part was finding a tyre shop with a rear paddock stand that can actually lift the Vulcan S without hitting the stock rear number plate/fender.
I had to visit multiple tyre shops before finding one where the stand could reach the rear lifting points without interfering with the number plate.
This made me wonder about something more important:
What do Vulcan S owners do if they get a rear puncture or need a rear-wheel/tyre change somewhere away from home?
Not only in Indian i e beleive everywhere carrying a large/long rear paddock stand around the city isn't really practical. Also, these Vulcan-compatible stands aren't particularly easy to find here.
I've seen some solutions mentioned by owners:
But I'd really like to hear from actual Vulcan S owners who have dealt with this themselves.
A few questions:
I'd especially appreciate real-world solutions from Vulcan S owners, rather than generic paddock-stand recommendations.
Thanks, and ride safe!
"Do these still have some life left, or do they need immediate replacement?"
18k km done
I have experience riding a Rebel 500 during my motorcycle training and passed my motorcycle exam on it. I’m now considering transitioning to a Vulcan S 650 and was wondering how difficult it is to adjust to the extra weight and different riding position.
Is it hard to get used to the handling compared to the Rebel 500? I’m 5'5" tall, if that makes a difference.
TIA!
I see so many KVS posted with tail tidy or fender delete. I just want to say that I don't see the appeal. There is a nice brake light and license plate holder on the fender, why delete that?
I've heard people say it looks better. I disagree.
Recent mods that have made me stoked about my bike again 🔥
Fender delete (Amazon)
Nineo underglow lights(Amazon)
Freedom Performance exhaust (website, Sturgis Sale 30% off and free shipping right now, sale ends in 6 days)
Floorboards (Amazon)
Hey everyone. Bought a Vulcan S a few months back after I got my Learner's Licence and I've been using it to practice for the Probationary Licence.
So I've recently noticed that whoever owned the bike before me had installed a rear tyre as a front tyre which is apparently commonly done by those looking for more of a heavy bobber look from what I've read.
So anyways, I wanted to come here and ask if any of you have had any experience with this or know of potential dangers and risks as well as your own opinions on how I should proceed from here
Has anyone tried custom mid controls as I’ve heard mid controls have better handling.
New to two wheels. I'm looking at getting a Vulcan S 650 and ill be mostly riding at night so I'd like some extra visibility. Ive been looking for any light kits specifically for that make and model but havent found anything. Does anyone know of a decent underglow/ light kit brand that I can install with minimal knowledge that'll hold up for a while?
I had recently bought a 2026 vuclan s 650 and i absolutely love it, bought it in april, ended up flying to a ditch and dent the hell outa my tank and the right fork. but it still runs. was very scared that the case might’ve cracked but, it’s already keep a month since that and i’m so glad that it runs. bought an led headlight (old one disintegrated) and some rad gaurd cover and a cool chain cover or whatever. i’m think of buying crash gaurd because those would’ve definitely helped me out. also the tidy tail would look better. but i can’t find a good rear light(it’s led so it’s not bad, just very big) but idk. this is the bike now. lmk what yall think. maybe i should change something or and tips on riding this?
Bought the bike pre-owned. It's some aftermarket exhaust, but I can't for the life of me figure out the brand/model. Problem is, it makes the bike sound absolutely amazing, but I am beginning to feel it's too loud for poliet society.
Ok, I am sure this has been thrower around alot, I dont go on long 100 mile plus rides, but I am willing. I am looking for a after market seat I am really looking at this mustang. What do you think? Is it the same or better than a corbin?
Looking at purchasing a 2021 Vulcan S, description states comes with a yoshimura exhaust. But can't find this model anywhere, and it looks so close to the stock one, im not sure if its just had a badge stuck on it.
What are people's thoughts, anyone seen one of these on a Vulcan before?
Hi everyone,
I'm going to buy a 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S with only 7500km. The previous owner bought it and didn't use it so much, made only one major service, than sent it to his mechanic regularly to check it.
The bike is awesome but it seems that after using it about 30 minutes the engine goes to around 1000rpm and not 1200rpm.
Before confirming it, I need some owner to check it and telling me if it's normal or not.
Can someone help me?
Thank you very much!!!
How long did you guys wait to change the OEM chain and sprockets? And what brand did you guys go for? I ordered from sprocketcenter, here's my chain after 18.5k miles. Ordered a RK WRX520
So I bought this used and while in the process of adding a radiator guard, I noticed this bolt was stripped
Any recommendations on taking it out as well as the needed replacement bolt?
This is my first bike and I want to learn how to do a lot of my maintenance and mods myself.
Thanks in advance, all!
-2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S 650
Hi I'm in Australia and I'm looking for some good quality bags for my 2025 Vulcan s 650 something under 500$
And with enough room to store a rain coat and some other things.
Thank you