2023 Kawasaki Vulcan LT - What the other videos aren't showing you!

[@thomasgarrison3949]

I love my 2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT. I'm a Disabled American Veteran, I had a custom, high quality, bolt on trike kit installed. I also added a Studded Windshield Bag, a USB charger, cellphone holder, GoPro mount, Engine Crash Bars & Highway Pegs.

[@vinnievinnie5800]

Do you recommend it for a first time buying a motorcycle ? I’m new to this , but I’m still looking for a good reliable motorcycle!! I was Looking at Yamaha V star or Harley Davidson or Kawasaki this in video? Because I want but a motorcycle and I don’t want to give me a lot problems with the bike

[@rclines001]

@@vinnievinnie5800 This would be a great bike for a new rider. I started on a V Star 950 myself about 15 years ago. I think the Vulcan is a little better built though and a little smoother. Kawasaki just doesn't make bad bikes, at all. Can't go wrong with one. I know people who do cross country trips on these 900's. Plenty of power to do absolutely anything, but not overwhelming power for a newer rider to lose control of. Side note: As far as first time bikes, for cruiser, this is the perfect starting point. For sport style bikes, look for the ones named "650"(not 600) or "700".

[@Thesaurcery4U2C]

@@rclines001 "look for the ones named "650"(not 600) or "700". I never thought about the displacement and what bikes they are used in before like this. 🤔 Good looking out for the new guy my man.

[@aintnodisco7127]

@@vinnievinnie5800 This was the bike I started out on. Very easy ride, great place to get started.

[@jrmyflint]

What does being a vet have to do with it?

[@frank-lt3tp]

Awesome bike. I bought a 2022 and its great. Not a fan of the studs but cant say enough about the bike after a year. It still feels big, tight, and smooth. Very maneuverable.

[@jDot2414]

How is it on highway? Does the bike do 75,80 comfortably?

[@frank-lt3tp]

@@jDot2414 I'd say no. Its more of a city cruiser in my opinion. If I was to go on long highway rides I would opt for something bigger

[@jDot2414]

@@frank-lt3tp appreciate the response

[@chuckmillar9830]

Just got mine. Well mannered and great for everyday riding. Very comfortable! Can commute in cold temps with the large windshield. Love it!!!!

[@senoucisenouci5605]

Is it good for someone new ,just want to learn how to ride?

[@beand1948]

Really loving this 2023. Great ride. I do keep looking for that 6th gear but I could not be happier with this nice, clean, Classic look & feel.

[@MrNeibarger]

I own a 2022, and I replaced the seat with an ultimate seat with drivers back rest, absolutely comfortable on long rides. I rode mine 1700 miles to Sturgis and back, and I had absolutely zero trouble out of it.

[@libertyprime9891]

After looking at a lot of cruisers i think i'll go with this one for my first motorcycle, i've heard a lot that the Vulcan S is great for beginners and such but i want a big bike for my size, and the flare it has with that gorgeous V Twin engine and the studded leather, having all the accesories baseline as an option is perfect for me. Thanks for these videos mate.

[@PeterLoweOne]

Thanks for watching! I think that's a logical choice.

[@daleabcdefg12345]

I have a Road Glide that I bought in '20. I bought a '24 Classic LT in July. Love it!! Great for hopping on and taking a quick ride or zipping overtown to get some groceries. The 5 gears and higher RPMs take getting used to but 3k-4k is where this bike likes to live.

[@jerrywright7250]

I love my 2014 Classic LT. I do take issue with your opinion of the seat though. It's nice and cushy in the showroom but after one hour of riding it's very uncomfortable. That's why I and many other owners make an aftermarket seat the first mod. Other mods I have done are drilling ahead of the top windshield bracket to bring it back in line with the forks and adding fork lowers to eliminate helmet buffeting. Also the horn is embarrassing so I went with something more robust. Since I am about the same height as you I found the handlebars to be a bit low for me so I went with four inch pullback risers. It made a world of difference and made the ride position much more comfortable. And don't get me started on the oil sight glass position. I found an extendable mirror solves that and is a permanent part of my tool kit. It's a great bike for secondary road touring which is my preferred way to ride. Being on the wrong side of 70 with the usual age related wear and tear troubles, I don't want a heavier cruiser so this bike is perfect for me. It's easy to wrench, inexpensive to maintain and insure, and fun to ride. Thanks for the review.

[@gregferris9378]

I'm actually looking to purchase one tomorrow morning. I've had it with the very expensive cruiser touring type bikes that cost as much as a car.

[@ScottPierce365]

I have been doing research on a cruiser and I'm set on the Vulcan. But this video is by far the most detailed. Thanks for al the detailed info.. I'm considering a 2014 Classic with only 2000 miles for 5k and a 2015 LT with 6000 miles for $5799. This video may help me. Still don't know which one to go for.

[@JBrooksNYS]

I bought this bike a month ago. And with the help of this video, I understand what I have a little better. I've had it a month and put 850 miles on it so far. My first bike, I love it. Me and my girlfriend take it every chance we get. I'm a tall guy and it fits me well.

[@touchmyboobiez]

How tall

[@JBrooksNYS]

I am 6'3 and 230lbs. I put 4000 miles on the bike last year. its a great first bike.@yboobiez

[@stevebeard4117]

Glad to see they got rid of the sticker on the tank and went back to the old style emblem. The seat looks a little deeper than my 2009. I wonder if it's more comfortable. Thanks for great review!

[@gerardduguay1767]

Got me a custom, stripped and bobbed. Almost complete. Great around town bike, great commuter

[@vackyvlada1]

I just bought one, used 2017 and its all there in name Vulcan classic 900. Its very simple bike with less features, and just focus on ride. And that Classic look its just beautiful spoke wheels, chrome, windshield and simple speedometer dashboard. And you have enough power with 5.speed, you have to just let bike rev high RPMs and change gears on maxed acceleration. Like - 5 gear you you shift in 70 miles per our. After Indian Chieftain 2018 which is high tech bike, this Vulcan comes so refreshing, I love it

[@m.thomas3898]

I am only 5'4" but I have sat on one & I can flat foot the bike with ease. I currently have an Indian Scout ABS to which I have added touring accessories but am definitely ready to move up to a larger bike with longer range and I absolutely am loving the Vulcan LT. The one thing I do not like is the inability to lock the saddlebags. I carry a tool kit and an air compressor all the time. I would love to believe thieves wouldn't mess with the ride but I know better so not being able to lock the bags is an issue; I don't see it as keeping me from purchasing the bike but it is concerning.

[@PeterLoweOne]

Yeah, I travel with soft bags on my bike, and you do have to be aware when your bags don't lock. I think for a lot of people, it wouldn't be an issue, but it is something worth thinking about.

[@thakrak]

It is posible to get a DIY solution. I however went for the top case option. Extra space and will fit my helmet. I use the saddlebags for cloths, a couple of locks, water and only really fill them with my trip bags when I'm out of roadtrips...

[@lockeduplocksmith]

Bought a 2009 a few weeks ago and the only difference I can see between it and the '23 is the inside of the saddle bags. I love the bike and can't image trading it for anything else..

[@mikelissandrello7655]

I’m really considering purchasing this bike as a replacement for my 1997 800 classic. It was my daily driver, and I clocked over 86,000 miles on it. Well guys, I found my replacement for old 800. I picked up a 2002 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1500. What an awesome machine. I love the how comfortable it is to ride.

[@PeterLoweOne]

This is a great bike to rack up a lot of miles on!

[@UhuruFrontier]

I also had a red 97. I put beach bars on it and made the bike look mean as hell. This bike is fantastic. Kawasaki motors in these bikes are top notch.

[@CJR572]

The Harley was getting too heavy. After much research I decided on this bike. It is a good overall bike. I really like it. My only issue is that after over a decade of manufacturing this same model why haven’t they equipped it with a six speed transmission. That and locking bags and ABS and you’d have a near perfect midsized tourer.

[@gregorychasteen8843]

You must be reading my mind! Same questions from me. Ride Safe!

[@tombarczak9377]

Great review. Very helpful as I am considering buying an LT.

[@pabos1]

Just bought a 2025 900 LT. I can hardly wait to get it on the road.

[@rubenojeda7562]

I own a 2013 LT, the bike is great for what it is, a middle weight old school bike. The modern features such as fuel injection, and counter balanced engine , as well as the accessories make this bike a great value. If you are seeking a touring bike with cruise control , 6 speed transmission, and ABS consider another motorcycle.

[@sergiotasende9661]

Thank you, I have a Kawasaki 900 Vulcan classic and I am very happy, great, great bike, thank you for your program.

[@robertroach1127]

Nice review, that black and grey paint job looks great! Only downside for me, I know it's part of the classic looks, but I wish it didn't have spoked wheels, hard to plug a tubed tire on the side of the road. But I do prefer that front tire size over the Custom, which is also a great looking bike. Thanks for these reviews. I owned a 650 Ninja in the past and never had any issues with it

[@GIGABACHI]

+1 on the spoked wheels, a pain to clean or plug on the side of the road. I would add it needs ABS. It's a 2023 model, FFS.

[@clydeosterhout1221]

It is a good touring bike “for the rest of us” that don’t want or need a 2 wheeled mini van. It is comfortable, fast enough, and reliable. The only downsides are the brakes are marginal when loaded up, the bags are kind of small, and the seat is awful after a couple of hours. It is a lay back bike for lay back trips.

[@EverettBaland]

Nice review. I just started looking more at this one than I ever have. A friend has two "Kaw" bikes, 900's.

[@johnsalvi9073]

I was reading a few comments, but I wanted to ask specifically about RPM rages and the gear you’re in, and red line limits.

[@TheTriplelman]

I have a 2012 midnight blue and black it is gorgeous I've totally tricked it out I put the Cobra pipes on it which makes it sound real bad I have the triple headlights and the Mustang seat with driver backrest I put floorboard footrest for the passenger and Custom Grips I also put on hard bags that match because where I lift the lid off its all black in the sides of the midnight blue I put the hard bags on so on the back I could put big LED lights so you can see my bike from the back no matter where you are it's not the fastest bike on the road but it's the most comfortable and the most reliable and mine looks like no one else's and it's gorgeous and I love it

[@PeterLoweOne]

That sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@mikepurdy3952]

I've got the 1st year (2006) 900 LT Vulcan . BEST City Bike I have Ever Owned, Better than HD Sportster. I should know, I have owned Two Sportsters. I go grocery shopping with this Vulcan. Would Never buy another Bike without Saddle Bags... It's (Not) a Highway Bike, even though it looks like one. If Kawasaki would up-grade it with a 6 speed transmission, It might be ok for prolonged Highway use, but doesn't look like Kawasaki is in any hurry to do that.

[@curtmartens458]

Just buying this exact bike this week! So excited!!

[@PeterLoweOne]

Nice! Congratulations!

[@1JUSTGOTLUCKY1]

My wife just bought a new 2022 Vulcan LT. She loves it! Thak you for the great video!!!

[@yahshua873]

I own that exact bike, and I love it.

[@PeterLoweOne]

Nice! Thanks for sharing!!

[@firstnamelastname6717]

If only Kawasaki would listen to all of the minor basic complaints of its riders and owners and just correct them all, then this bike would be too good to be true, of course , if Kawasaki did correct the minor issues it has. The price would go up a bit. But it would still be worth it to buy and own and ride and keep.👌🏻Just saying………😏✌️

[@PeterLoweOne]

As someone who sees minor Kawasaki complaints every day, I can assure you that Kawasaki could never do what you want. There are so many contradictory criticisms out there, that Kawasaki could never make a bike to satisfy all of them.

[@firstnamelastname6717]

@@PeterLoweOne Yeah, that sounds credible 👍🏻

[@Tizio12]

I'm thinking to buy it as my first bike, a bit concerned by the weight since I only rode a 200kg so far, but I would hope to learn with this one as well.

[@JohnnyElifritz]

I weigh 150 lbs soaking wet, I am 5' 7" tall and 61 years old. I had a 2005 Vulcan 800 that got stolen and that was the most comfortable bike I have ever rode.

[@timp1051]

The 900 Vulcan is a superb motorcycle. I wish the bags were lockable but you could go with the Classic and put on Viking bags.

[@PeterLoweOne]

Thanks for sharing!

[@carlospagan8433]

Great review, I noticed some scooter, what about a review on them

[@PeterLoweOne]

Check out my channel! I have things divided into playlists, and there are all kinds of scooter reviews there.

[@dryogi4055]

Thanks for the video. Wondering if the seats and bags can be replaced. As mentioned by others, the studs were a bad choice of finishing. Everything else looks great for the price, although I never liked gauges on the tank.

[@philmalsor6474]

This is a great bike! Ours is a 2020 Vulcan Classic LT.

[@jsprite123]

I can let go of the bike not having a 6th gear, but for a cruiser to go mid-to-long distance, cruise control would be a great addition. I wouldn't mind paying an extra 1K for that.

[@PeterLoweOne]

Yeah, modern electronic cruise control involves a little more intervention than some people realize. It gets pricey to add it as you need to rework engine control systems and add things like electronic throttle valves. I think if they tweak this for the future, that's something they should consider. A simple throttle lock may be a solution for now.

[@kingkrimson8771]

I have a 2013 900 Classic LT and except for the colour it looks exactly the same. Why fix what ain't broke?

[@gphilipc2031]

Less of that boat tail look on the fenders is a plus.

[@jsprite123]

Nice bike. Does it have a gear indicator?

[@PeterLoweOne]

It doesn't have that. The Vulcan S does.

[@frankmetz867]

I’m 5”6’ I had to order the shorter windshield I didn’t like looking through the windshield mine is from 2011 it hasn’t changed at all except the new bags are better

[@mr1bienvenu1]

Are valve adjustments necessary on this bike or are they hydraulic?

[@kennyowens2189]

I own a 2008 an 2018 Vulcan custom that are customized an I love both of them both I quit riding Harley cuz of them

[@PeterLoweOne]

Interesting. I've met several people who have done the same.

[@jeffmcgill870]

Have a 2021. Personally think the bars are too low and the bike needs a 6 speed transmission

[@benjamincarpenter9005]

I’ve been infected with the Vulcan 900 as a coworker told me he had one for sale. He drove it to work one day and it seemed like a great bike. One question I have though. How much or how little of a ‘touring’ bike is this? I know technically it’s a ‘cruiser’ but living in SE Washington (Walla Walla) and wanting to drive it maybe to Boise or SLC would this be appropriate or is this more of a ‘stay a 100 miles around your town and drive under 70’ kind of bike. I absolutely would love having a bike like this to cruise around town but want something that I can take on some distance trips for long weekends. I have never owned a bike before and my real interest has started with this bike! Any help or suggestions would be great. Great video and gorgeous bike! Thanks.

[@PeterLoweOne]

It can tour! It's not a great high speed bike, but throw a windshield and bags on it (or buy the LT version) and you've got yourself a capable relaxing cruiser that you can travel all day on. Will there be better bikes to tour on? Yup, but you'll be spending a LOT more money.

[@Thesaurcery4U2C]

@@PeterLoweOne Yours really is the perfect description of the bike. I do 75mph + daily on mine going to work and back. You just have to get used to understanding that you're not hurting that motor at all running at 80 or 90 for as many miles as you want to.

[@johnd9031]

Good review. Nice bike.

[@MR70726]

I have a 900 and I love it

[@roy9161]

What he is not telling you is that... vulcan vaquero and voyeur are actually a unicorn bike. I've searched high and low from dealers to dealers from my county to others and even Nevada too which is 4 hours from California and still no luck even the dealers talk to there own people too and still no luck.. if you find one good luck to you

[@du-rron874]

Why didn't you mention that because of the rear geometry, it looks like a hard tail. The shock-spring is hidden.

[@PeterLoweOne]

That's a great point! To be fair, there are a lot of things that I don't mention every video, but I appreciate you catching that in the comments!

[@carlosalbertonunes3978]

Estou no Brasil Tenho uma 2015 Pena que parou de ser montada aqui. Moto incrível Imagino ela com abs e com seis marchas.

[@paulstanley3265]

Thank you good review

[@elwood62]

20 years ago I had a Vulcan 800. Nice bike but physically small for a person my size. This is a good looking machine but I’ve found myself moving away from cruisers in recent years. Upright riding has benefits for old people with bad backs.

[@richardsmith5249]

20 years ago, I ran a Drifter 800. It was a brilliant bike, very comfortable and reliable over 5 years and 30,000 miles. I'm back to looking at bikes like this because I'm finding, with advancing years, my Goldwing is a bit heavy at a standstill, and I'm thinking that something a bit more low-slung would be easier to cope with going forward.

[@danmorrissette4814]

Thank You !! very well explained !

[@PeterLoweOne]

Thanks for watching!!

[@jray7577]

Will the Cobra full exhaust fit on this new 2023? Or do you know of any aftermarket exhaust that does?

[@PeterLoweOne]

I wouldn't know myself, but your local Kawasaki Parts Department may be able to look up that information specific to your bike.

[@CoolnSerious]

I have 2010 same one and wow everything is the same 😜

[@gerrywood5325]

It seems that all Kawasaki motorcycles come with a speedometer that registers Kilometers Per Hour. If you need it to register Miles Per Hour, do you have to purchase a different speed gauge?

[@PeterLoweOne]

I film in Canada. In the U.S. they'll have MPH.

[@charleshogan]

Ive have a 2017 the mustang seat eas best thing we done to it much more comfortable

[@joeriojas9617]

Is there a radio made for this bike

[@LeticiaRankin]

How many miles to a take of gas on a 2000 cc Kawasaki Vulcan

[@PeterLoweOne]

I would try to find owners groups to see what they're getting on average. I don't have that information memorized all the time. Sometimes I'll know, sometimes I won't, and on a motorcycle, riding style can make a BIG difference in fuel mileage.

[@mikeogden5256]

So awesome 😎

[@gerardodoherty1121]

What is the price

[@PeterLoweOne]

I almost never give pricing as it can change. In Canada, you can find pricing at www.kawasaki.ca

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

A beast

[@josemercado4702]

Are those rims tubeless?

[@403punk3]

After riding my Sportster 1200 on the highway for hours at a time I can tell you weight is a big deal. Like you want more weight for the highway so you’re not getting blown around all over the place. I would venture to say that this bike would be a lot better of a highway bike then my sportster would be.

[@brucecutting9244]

I have a 2007 Vulcan 900 Classic LT. No real change other than the colour

[@Imsaved777]

Still don’t have LED lights.

[@jag1963]

I owned one of these it's not set up for long distance highway cruising because of that lack of overdrive. Anything over 65 and you'll be begging for another gear.

[@GIGABACHI]

Kawasaki should give it a 6th gear, tubeless wheels (like BMW GS) or make it cast like Vaquero and a gear indicator as standard equipment. Make C.C, ABS, heated seats and handles optional equipment. Make the LT more attractive to those of us who actually would tour on the damned things. At least give people the option to get all the creature comforts nicely integrated from factory.

[@Keith_C51]

How is it 2024 and Kawasaki still hasn’t given this bike ABS, electronic cruise control, and a sixth gear? I mean c’mon, Kawasaki! If they’d do just those 3 things and kept the price where it’s at they’d probably sell a crap load! I’d buy one in a heartbeat! But i refuse to buy a bike in 2024 not at least equipped with ABS.

[@Thesaurcery4U2C]

Many people, including myself, don't want a bike with assistance from the ecu at all, I know that I am not alone on wanting full control without any babysitting from equipment, so maybe they are aware of who is potentially buying this, or they are just saving money by not adding those things.

[@Keith_C51]

@@Thesaurcery4U2C fair enough!

[@Thesaurcery4U2C]

@@Keith_C51 It's possibly just because I getting to be an old fck. Lol. Nothing I grew up with had anything more than disc brakes and maybe fuel injection, so I feel like I should be always in control of the physics that the bike operates in, and being in control of being out of control can be a very enjoyable area to ride in. Technology is very nice as well though. I bought an old 1972 250 2-stroke enduro a couple of years ago just because I seen it and it was fairly cheap. Riding that thing through my town felt like I was doing something illegal. AaaHhh RIIINNNGGG A DIING DING DING ZING ZING RING DING DING - Smoke cloud&that smell = BRaaaaaapppp BRAAaaaPPP BRAAaaaPPP BRRRrrraaaaaappppppp p p p p p dd d dd d d dd

[@vincentdavidson755]

Tube tires on bike is a big no no can't plug them and keep going if you pick up a nail you have to call a tow truck 😐

[@michaelsaitou8708]

Da nova série: "A Kawasaki não gosta de você, brasileiro" 😂😂😂😂

[@pj1708]

why does my 2008 vulcan look like a 2023?

[@PeterLoweOne]

People like that style! From Kawasaki's perspective, why change what continues to sell well for them, and after this many years, the tooling has been paid off, there's enough profit in these bikes for them, while still offering them at competitive prices.

[@pj1708]

fair enough, just figured we would at least get some cruise control by now or at least a 6th gear. thanks!@@PeterLoweOne

[@ibou44]

Why they don't sell It in Europe?😔

[@PeterLoweOne]

Maybe emissions regulations? Maybe they don’t feel there is a big enough market for them. I’m not sure.

[@ibou44]

@@PeterLoweOne Adventure bikes Luke BMW GS are selling more

[@joeriojas9617]

No arm rest for passenger

[@joeriojas9617]

No arms rest

[@PeterLoweOne]

Not on this model, no.

[@herrtomas6729]

Hi

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

1st

[@richarddevaottien7724]

Liquid refers to water actually😅.. why not say watercooled?

[@PeterLoweOne]

Because it's not always water. It's a coolant, or an antifreeze, not water.

[@robertcurtis3807]

Not a fan of belts. Either Chain or Shaft.

[@scottwheaton9689]

Belt will easily go 95-100k miles with just about no maint at all.

[@mikeogden5256]

I like belts and shafts

[@richardsmith5249]

Kinky...

[@Wickaeru]

Traz para o Brasil, mermão!!!

[@joeriojas9617]

No arms rest