Kawasaki Vulcan S - My Upgrades/Enhancements

LOL, I said driver side when talking about the floorboards.
My five enhancements/upgrades to my Kawasaki Vulcan S:
1: Classic Solo saddle for 2015-2018 Kawasaki Vulcan S - Corbin.com
2: Pro Grip 719 RVGS Gel Grips - Revzilla.com
3: Kuryakyn 4357 Ribbed Driver/Passenger Floorboard - Amazon.com (Kuryakyn 8813 Front Splined Adapter Mount - Amazon.com)
4: Kawasaki Vulcan S Charger Slanted Medium Motorcycle
Saddlebags - Vikingbags.com
5: Puig Naked New Generation Windscreen Kawasaki Vulcan S
2015-2018 - Revzilla.com

[@goofistmcnutty3280]

Floor boards and bags usually look bad to me, but this bike really makes them look good

[@Angel9932]

I just want to say thank you for the tip about the grips. I just bought and picked up a gently used 2018 Vulcan S Cafe today after finding out that the Can Am Ryker was beating my backside and spine to pieces. Great three wheeler but I couldn't even see a new seat making it more comfortable for me. The Vulcan is like riding on a cloud but the stock grips are making my hands go numb in a hurry after just a few minutes.

[@curiosityrover8120]

My Puig windscreen made a huge positive difference to reduce buffeting at highway speeds for me on my Vulcan S. It made fast riding far more comfortable and stopped me feeling like I was being blown off the bike.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Everyone is different and it just did not work for me. That windscreen got a lot of positive reviews on Revzilla, that is why I got it. I am glad it work out for you, anything that enhances the ride is a plus in my book!

[@nicolastroncosoc]

Mine too

[@curiosityrover8120]

Mine too. It is great, makes riding more enjoyable.

[@gunner9010]

Sweet ride! Awesome upgrades! I just sat on a Vulcan S at the dealership and it feels sweet.

[@w8nc82]

I'm really grateful to know about the puig windscreen. Phew!

[@bbqbonanza7599]

I second that on the seat being no 1. Original short / medium reach is not working if you are a larger type of person *ehrm*. Got the original Extended reach seat, that is more like the Corbin in its design and stuffing by the looks of it. Works much better. Also got the passenger seat for it and a generic sissy bar so the wifey doesn't fall off. For no 2 I have a "Smart Turn System" automatic turn signal add on, works crazy well, fairly simple to install. For no 3 I swapped exhaust pipes to a Delkevic slash cut. Horrible noise even with special long-baffle insert but impressive gains in low RPM torque. Working on swapping sprockets to avoid the low torque jackiness when shifting low gears. Will start look for the floorboards and saddlebags next, thanks for sharing :)

[@aknightofgod]

How tall are you mate? I am 6ft, looking at this bike, do you think is a bad idea?

[@vananon51]

Gorgeous bike man. I love your seat with the green trim, and those are nice saddle bags. Truly beautiful bike. I'm gettin a fondness for this bike. It's now on my list of possible bikes I may purchase. I would love floorboards on whatever bike I get. They look great, and man they would be so much more comfortable.

[@kogasoldier9379]

Butthurt statist is butthurt. Anyway. I really want one of these too! Tried to get financed for one last week and I'm 17 points short on my credit. 😭

[@JP-wq6sb]

Good video and your Vulcan S looks terrific. Hope you keep the bike and enjoy it, and your upgrades, for a few (or many) years to come.

[@ronmanalo5001]

Hey man, you stopped posting videos. Hope you are fine during these tough times. Cheers!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Doing good, just adjusting. Hope you are keeping safe and sane yourself!

[@justsomeguy4562]

@Bridger Brantley you're right bot, nobody cares

[@They_Intend_To_Destroy_Us]

That Corbin seat is a must.... If you're 55+ yrs old Otherwise that stock seat and ergo of the bike is perfect

[@michaelnapper4565]

I'm 43 and that stock seat is just awful. Corbin is on the way though!!

[@cch255]

Maybe because I'm a female, but I find the stock seat very comfortable. Riding 8 hours with no issues. I'm just lucky I guess. But thanks for the rest.

[@CarlaYJones]

Good looking Vulcan the bags are a awesome fit

[@MrBrandonDylan]

Interesting what you say about the Puig windscreen. I put one on my Suzuki Intruder 250 and it was a Godsend. Made a world of difference. I plan to get a Kawasaki Vulcan in the next year or so and definately with a windscreen.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

It is amazing how some products work great for one person and not so great for another. If it worked out of you then I am glad!!

[@SuperRichie200]

I went from Newcastle upon Tyne to Brighton and back on a sr 125 back in the late 90s. Over 400 miles. Was younger and fitter then. Still ached for days.

[@rebelsouljaz]

i thought about getting this bike but then i ran my credit and qualified for a 2018 indian bobber scout with ABS instead and am MUCH happier with my purchase.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I gave a good hard look at the Indian Scout 60 when I was purchasing my first motorcycle, however my finances were not where I wanted them to be at the time. The Vulcan S worked out for me all the way around. Glad you are happy with the Scout, it is a beautiful bike!!

[@trawlerkent9101]

Indian scout is my dream bike, unfortunately in Australia we have restrictions on bikes for beginners, fortunately a Kawasaki Vulcan S is considered a beginner bike here 🇦🇺

[@johnapocalipto6000]

This is my dream bike. Being from Eastern Europe, it will be a while till I get one :)

[@DylanBegazo]

John Apocalipto I’ve been eyeing this bike for multiple years. Since the first Kawi Vulcan S Rolled off the assembly line many years ago. Not even talking 2017. I’m talking before that. Usually when a company comes out with a new bike I like to wait for the consumer audience to give the company enough feedback first so that the company can modify their bike according to consumer feedback enough for them to get their shit together with a quality bike version rolling off the assembly line years later. I think that time is about now for me in my opinion.

[@turtle19dad]

Me too brother

[@AlexAugustinex]

Mine too.

[@johnnybravo3612]

Get one yet?

[@mrblackbond]

I love that you talk about the upgrades but don’t really even show us details of them. Like what does the saddle bag look like on the inside? Is it compartmentalized, show us close ups of the handle bars, like you’re just talking standing next to the bike 🤷‍♂️

[@They_Intend_To_Destroy_Us]

The video should've been

[@jayphive2468]

Thanks for posting this information. The Vulcan might become my first bike. Researching this, Honda Rebel 500, and Harley street 500. Leaning towards the Vulcan though.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Best of luck on your purchase, may you enjoy many miles no matter what you choose. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there!

[@sprstr15]

Love my 2 brothers Exhaust ..... Just dont expect your neighbors to like you much... VERY LOUD!

[@scottpersson9561]

True! I had to order the baffle that they sell. Did a nice job of taking it down a bit.

[@Otzchieem]

Yeah I think this is the bike for me not too big or fast nice riding experience right price simple upgrades abundant. Guess this is my first motorcycle I’ll buy it next month

[@michaelnapper4565]

5 yrs later and I just bought the same seat, except mine cost 675. Thanks Biden. You're a real winner. Anyway, love my bike though, and I cant wait to take longer rides. That stock seat is made of concrete and anger lol. After 45 minutes I was miserable, which is a real shame for such a great bike.

[@justinneill5003]

Love this bike, and came within a whisker of buying one shortly after passing my test. I think it's easy to live with, the low seat and narrow profile with exhaust tucked away must make it easy to flat-foot and the ABS gives great confidence especially to new riders. This (and my buddy's V Rod) is the bike that opened my eyes to the genre of the modern sports-oriented cruiser, and I knew that was the direction I would go. But after learning and taking my test on a Honda CB600F, rightly or wrongly I thought I'd soon be looking at bigger capacity bikes so decided to get something I could "grow into." No always smart but it can work if you respect the power and ride within your ability. So in a moment of apparent insanity I bought the Suzuki M109R which is about twice the size, 120kg heavier and nearly 3 times the engine size. I confess it sat in my garage for a couple of weeks while I stared at it in awe and tried to figure out my strategy for getting it out of the driveway, but I picked my moment and once I got rolling I knew it was going to be ok. The weight just melted away, the bike is well balanced and the throttle is very smooth. That massive V twin pulls along even on tickover and that makes it actually easier for slow manouvres than my 600 Hornet which needed more care when finding the friction zone. Also low enough to flat foot (just about.) I don't recommend what I did but if you respect the power and let your skills develop before your bravado, pretty soon you will realise that you have all the bike you're going to need for quite a while. In fact I can't see myself ever wanting or needing to sell my M109R.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I decided to make the Vulcan S my first motorcycle and I am glad I did. It was exactly the bike I needed to learn and get comfortable. I took the step up to the Harley Davidson Heritage Classic not to long ago, because I wanted a motorcycle that was better suited for long distance travel. Glad you like your M109R, ride safe!

[@LPSandLEDS]

I am looking to buy this motorcycle and this video offered me some key insights. Especially about the seat. Thank you!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Glad this video helped. The Vulcan S is a wonderful motorcycle and I hope you enjoy many wonderful miles on it. Just get that Corbin seat! LOL.

[@ashleyhansen6150]

This man needs a State named after him. Looking at you Vermont, you could use a make over. Saving me a ton of time and money. Thanks bud!

[@Sinbad683]

I'm glad I didn't get the Puig Screen, and I'm glad I saw this vid. I got the same exact bike! :D

[@nathangarciamuro]

Nice seat!!! My opinion on your next upgrade is to change the stock exhaust, it will make a life difference. I purchased the Delkevic, installed it myself and I can tell you that the ride changes completely, it kicks in a higher gear and it is also a security add on since drivers around you will know you are around.

[@splinter8353]

I was thinking about changing my stock exhaust but I just can't find one that looks as good as it, it's such a shame that it's so damn quite

[@nathangarciamuro]

phantomfire 83 Delkevic just came out with a new set of exhaust in mate black that are awesome, they look fantastic. Check them out, they look that the stock but they have a nice twist and an awesome sound. There are some videos going around.

[@splinter8353]

Cheers, I'll check them out

[@markgrice8088]

200 mile painful seat?..i did 970 miles in a day on a 750 GPX when i was dispatching, walked like John Wayne for two days after tho lol :)

[@bikerpumbajh8108]

mark grice i did over 1250 miles 2000 km in one stretch only fule drink and smoke break on a nc700x... didn ride for 2 weeks after, could’t sit , walk or touch my behind

[@tigerbalm666]

Ha ha! How did you do 970 mi in a day? That is suicide!

[@johnh7464]

That’s when riding stops being a pleasure and just becomes a pain in the ass. No thanks.

[@jhask64]

John H I wholeheartedly agree! I know I get mentally numb racking up crazy miles and I'm a truck driver.

[@Dan.and.motors]

@@bikerpumbajh8108 agree with you I own a 750x and the seat is like a wooden board I did 400 miles in one go only stopping for fuel once like 10 minutes is horrible 🤣🤣🤣

[@brittychiky]

Hi there! I know this is a 2 year old video but I am researching floorboards and these are the only ones I've really found that I like. I'm a fairly new rider and the 2020 Vulcan S is my first bike I intend to have for a long time! Your video was quite insightful! My questions: Were they hard getting used to compared to the stock pegs? Is it harder/different to shift/brake at all with them? And can you stand up on them at all if you ever have to like stretch your legs or go over rail road tracks, etc? Thanks in advance!

[@ellpat2928]

Me too. I’ve only had floor boards for the last 10 yes. My legs cramped up so bad.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The floor boards did not take much getting use to, you just learn to pick up your feet to clear them. Having my feet on floorboards makes it a much better ride than pegs. The brake side I did not have to make any adjustments to. The shifter I did, I moved it 2 notches so I can slide my foot between the floorboard and shifter easily. Hope this helps, congrats on the Vulcan S, and stay safe out there!!

[@omaralzuhair8899]

Wow the seat is super amazing. I will definitely go for the same. You just saved me time as I emailed Corbin couple times to send me samples but no answers.

[@DropBearJroc]

You went from number 1, to number 4.

[@pfalky2k]

i think extras like windscreen etc VERY much depend on the rider. had SO many say "get a screen". i myself prefer riding with my face in the wind. can't say why. just my thing.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I wear a full face helmet, so wind in the face here. I agree customization depend on the rider, what works for one may not work for another. Thanks for the comment

[@lildurty23]

Never understood people's complaints about wind..doesn't bother me at all, guess I'm used to it as I've only ridden naked cruisers

[@tigerbalm666]

Nice! That is a sweet looking ride. I used to think harley was the only bike to own...not any more!

[@sugarnads]

Screens are useless unless they come with the bike (fairing). They totally screw the aerodynamics. Wind pressure aint that bad on modern naked bikes anyway.

[@chrischaval]

great review! the mirrors need upgrading

[@Ladosligese]

they dont "need" upgrading .. but it would be a nice touch

[@DylanBegazo]

2:19 Video starts here. Thank me later

[@noeagosto9231]

Yes, thank you!

[@seeteasea5497]

Actually, more like 4:33! He went on and on about how the windshield didn’t work for ages, when he could’ve just said at the end “I put the windshield on and it was not effective at all, it actually made it worse” rather than whittling on and on about something that actually wasn’t on the bike

[@demontrav1918]

True legend!

[@daveg1250]

Thanks

[@mikeyates4724]

I completely agree with you about the seat. I bought the 2017 Vulcan s in the early spring of 2018 new. I absolutely love this bike except the seat... it kills your ass after an hour, that's how long it takes me to get to work. Been looking into the Corbin seat thanks for the feedback on that. If the motorcycle manufacturers would just have Corbin make their seats or teach them how to make seats we would all have happy asses! LOL The only other complaint I have about my bike is it sounds like an angry sewing machine can't wait to get the TBR exhaust. Have you had any problems dragging the floorboards in the twisties? I live in Southern Ohio we got some pretty awesome twisty roads in the Hocking Hills region and I've drug my Peg's a few times. Just wondering how the floorboards are in the curves. Thanks for the video.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The Corbin seat was the best thing I did for that bike. I have not hit it hard enough on the twisties to see if they scrape, but considering they are forward pegs on a cruiser class bike, they will probably scrape at some point. Thanks for watching and the comment, ride safe out there!!

[@rudyramos7211]

I also agree about the seat. I purchased a Corbin seat for my 2019 Vulcan S and MAN!! after two years, I am extremely happy with the comfort level it provides. Distance is no longer an issue. I remember that I could only handle 45 minutes with the original seat, but with the Corbin I can go all day!

[@ericbarker3850]

I don't know if you are still listening here... I hope you are. I just purchased a new 2020 Vulcan S, (it was a hold-over from last year, and the dealer made me a good deal, and the kawasaki dark green is a better color than the 2021 colors.) Anyway, how do you like your vulcan after a few years? I did just like you, rode it for 15 minutes one-way, and hated the 15 minutes coming home. I found a small pillow, and rode 180 miles the next ride. I still cried for two days about my bruised tailbone. I didn't ride again for days, and even then just around town to the store or church. It is a beautiful bike, but the seat!!! So, yes a Corbin is required. I also loved the other mods you did. I have considered a windjammer, and now, I'm glad I saw your video. The floor boards should also help a lot with the buttox... being able to push and get pressure off for a few seconds should help. So, yah, saving my pennies. I noticed you had not done any performance mods. Have you done any yet??? You have a really sweet ride. Happy Trails.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thanks for watching. I did trade in the Vulcan S for a HD Heritage Classic. The reason is, I was getting into longer and longer rides and I wanted a motorcycle that was better suited. There is no question the HD Heritage is better suited than the Vulcan S on that front. The time I did have the Vulcan S I loved it, and I rode it all over the place. It makes a great commuting bike, I commuted to downtown Indianapolis on that bike and it was perfect. The biggest issue was the seat as you mentioned, I would have paid an extra $600 for the motorcycle if Kawasaki put a better seat on it. The Corbin seat makes a world of difference. I do not do any performance upgrades to my motorcycles, to me there is no point, just my opinion. They already come with all the power and performance I need for the riding I do. Would I get a Vulcan S again? Heck yea!!!!! That motorcycle is fun, and if I had the resources to have two motorcycles, it would be in my garage. May you enjoy many, many miles on the Vulcan S, get that Corbin seat and have a blast!! Stay safe out there!!

[@SuperRichie200]

I got a Vulcan s tourer last week. Bags and large screen come as standard. Haven't rode it yet because of the bad weather in the UK.

[@Bikergramp57]

I really appreciated the information you provided in this video. Great sound and video quality as well. If I may make ONE suggestion, and it is nit-picky, but while you are good at this (and I subscribed so I can see more of your stuff), try not to say "actually" so many times. It gets distracting.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thank you for the feedback and acknowledged. My goal for 2019 is to create better videos where I am more fluid with my speaking.

[@nickklepinger8650]

I could almost tell you were in Indiana from the landscape and houses haha I live in Indy as well. I was thinking about getting a vulcan as my first bike, what is your first negative comment on the bike? Ive heard the suspension has a lot of give and bounce on bumpy roads. What do you think?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The stock seat, it is terrible. Changing over to the Corbin seat was the best thing I did. The suspension is not bad, however when on a longer ride you may wish you were on a larger profile bike with a better suspension. Just my opinion

[@jazeroth322]

I own the 1994 Vulcan 500cc! She’s a brilliant ride. Would love to get the 2018 model though it’s really slick to look at.

[@KindredWoD]

christopher tucker - The VulcanS is different than the regular Vulcan. The S has the engine of the 650 Ninja in it. ;)

[@tonyh4233]

Great vid..re tge puge windshield, I have the cafe version and has changed the hole bike, zero wind on my chest and no buffetting...quiter and sleeker cutting through the wind

[@liljfunk21]

So you're saying you have a puig windscreen or cafe?

[@tonyh4233]

@@liljfunk21 I have factory cafe

[@calkhemist]

Thanks for the video! Good info for someone like myself who’s interested in a Vulcan S. The smacking was kinda difficult to listen to...

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

It is a fantastic motorcycle, I highly recommend. You're not the only one that mentioned the smacking. My lips dry out quickly and I was constantly licking them, thus unconsciously smacking them as well. I hear you though.Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!!

[@zachp7603]

love this bike. if I would get a cruiser this would be it. but gotta work on the sound... no 1 priority for a cruiser.

[@thomasswihart85]

A exhaust will only make it sound like a crotch rockets, only v twins are the rumblers. I just bought a 2005 Vulcan 1500 I'm in the process of getting a endorsement. But that thing rocks

[@blairsville9151]

Dan Moto makes a full system and it sounds great. Really wakes it up!!!

[@NattyDreaddy]

@@thomasswihart85 only V Twins?? My friend you never tried a Triumph Twin 🙂

[@JuanFranciscoMazaMunuera]

Thanks for this video, it's a very clear and in my future Vulcan S I'l buy a seat better

[@jakeb8873]

I have a Vulcan S I'm in Muncie IN too!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Awesome!! The Vulcan S was one smart purchase when I got into motorcycling, it is a good all around bike. I recently upgraded to the Heritage Classic for more long distance riding, so far it looks like I made the right choice here as well. Keep riding and stay safe!!

[@dougie1112am]

I'd be pulling those grips and getting kawi green to match the seat...

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Purchased them before the seat, but I hear ya!

[@gizmaticopappy1524]

I would very much like your bike sir lol. That is beautiful

[@trini_boi2414]

Nice bike and yeah the seat is a major upgrade I had the same feeling to my butt too when I get off my bike on those long rides(well sport bike of course) along with the bags if I ever get one I'll be doing the same too..

[@williamkennedy5492]

A big thank you for the vibration tip, i get off my Vulcan and my fingers ouch, I got back onto bikes in my 60s and really enjoy riding the Vulcan for me being older its a great bike, BUT my wife tells me its time to stop riding , perhaps at 72 it is a tad too old, Thank you for the video, Sisaket Thailand. A Ps 72 where did the years go ??????

[@jimfournier9065]

Excellent video thank you very much!

[@algesbrek5695]

Good vid bud......sounds like your a newer rider...so ....re vibration was wondering if your gripping the hand grips to tightly. You should be able to play the piano (So to speek) when riding.....CHEERS!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

You are correct, in the very beginning I was holding on too tight and that contributed. Once I got more comfortable on the bike and use to being on a motorcycle, my grip is much lighter and I did still have a vibration. The 20 gel grips did a great job. Thank you for the comment, stay safe out there.

[@tombellis8138]

Kawasocki Vulcan S :)

[@timw450]

Love that seat!

[@xoxylordx]

just bought a z650, stock seat is killing me after a short trip, i hope the corbin seat will help out

[@rodneygalbraith4793]

Great review on accessories.

[@themrfarnham7098]

I bought a ‘17 with only 350 miles on it a few weeks ago. Thanks for the video. It confirmed my thoughts about the seat and adding saddlebags! About the floorboards... about how difficult was it to swap out the pegs for these? You mentioned adjusting the clutch, was it hard to do? What about the rear brake pedal? Any adjustments to it?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Adjusting the clutch lever so that you can fit your boot under the lever after installing the floorboards was easy. I actually googled it, watched a video, and then said to myself that's it? The adjustment is very small, two notches that it all it took for me. I did not have to do anything for the brake side. The swap out was easy, when you go to remove the pegs, watch out, that spring can fly. Congrats on the bike, stay safe out there!!

[@seeteasea5497]

“Fox” leather 🤣🤣🤣 the “aux” in faux leather is pronounced “o”

[@hoxlar5946]

Gotta love French lol

[@AlinFlair]

@@georgecostanza2695 true 😂😂😂

[@Rangernewb5550]

Fough

[@seeteasea5497]

Jack Ryan wrong

[@mrblackbond]

Lol!!’

[@rickg.5171]

Looks great with the bags.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Pain in the but to install, but worth it. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

no sissy bar/ back rest by R^G is the best !! need a shad top box

[@Rudy7500]

Same thing here with the Puig. Nice product, but buffeting was 10x worse. I am going to try a cafe screen.

[@georgecostanza2695]

First of all @8:08, maybe what you meant was "blow my wad"... rather than "shoot my wad"?. Pornographic semantics aside, I'm loving what you did with the bike! Especially like those Kuryakyn floorboards. I always see them in catalogues and thought they looked ridiculous, but they're actually pretty slick on the bike. Regarding your windscreen, if you don't want to cut it to eliminate the buffeting, just get an MRA Xcreen extension. Whatever your height, they have an extension that will direct the airflow right over your head.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The floor boards to kind of stick out like dumbo ears, but after having them on, there was no way I was going back to the pegs. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@bluekoolkruiser]

Hi there ! Thanks for this video. Gives me great ideas to accessorize my 2019 Vulcan S. I am unable to find the Kuryakyn 8813 Front Splined Adapter Mount on Amazon. Would you happen to have a link handy ?

[@HenryL161947]

to try a different windshield , I have one , madstad engineering , works quite well, it is the taller one

[@kevinjessiman2836]

I agree that the seat gets uncomfortable with extended riding. I have an airhawk pad which helps somewhat, but I would prefer a better seat. And here is the issue. There is more than one seat for the Vulcan S. My bike is set up for a tall rider, which has the seat with the thinner back-wall allowing the rider to sit back another inch or so. I don't see multiple versions on any 3rd party vendor including Corbin, so is this the short/medium seat or the extended reach seat?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I was set up for medium reach, and I really did not notice too much of a difference between the Corbin and the medium reach seat. If I had to guess, it felt as if I was a little closer to the handle bars.

[@cjkirk30s]

Put you a heel shifter on there and you will love those floorboards even more!

[@sugarnads]

CJ Kirk had floorboards on my xvs. Hated em. Loved the idea when i bought the bike. But no. Pain in the arse.

[@ragarse3]

As you say we are all different. Had mine 3 years, tours of 3k miles with 5 hrs stints in saddle and have never had a problem with seat or vibrations. Are you commissioned or did you really have these problems coz the Vulcan s riders that I know of are as mystified as me.

[@ANJIN79SAMMA]

;Thanks for the Video man !

[@bharadwajmudigonda5487]

Great video! I got the 2019 model 2 months ago! Question about the saddlebags: Is there a bit of free play/wiggling with the Viking saddlebags? I got the exact same ones, and I had to drill extra holes but it still wiggles.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The rear fender strut bolt Viking sends is too long, I did go to Home Depot and purchased 2 M8 - 1.125x 70 bolts to use in its place. I did have a little play after installation, but nothing that concerned me. I learned about the bolt from MOTOBLADE, he did a great video on the installation, check it out. Go to the 6:00 mark where he talks about the bolts. Here is the link to MOTOBLADE's video, hope this helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJiti6hvbMRjlbs

[@thebongaquarist7447]

I am getting this beauty this week..gonna book tomorrow at kolkata in india.. did i make a good desicion? I am a doctor by profession and that's my first bike!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

@@thebongaquarist7447 I can only speak positive about the Vulcan S, it is a wonderful motorcycle. Enjoy your purchase and ride safe!!!

[@thebongaquarist7447]

@@motorcyclingendeavors2750 thank you sir! It means a lot!

[@grind9069]

I grew up there I had no idea there was another VS in Greenfield!

[@a1pestservice]

Thanks for the review, I like the look of your bike, its very nice, but not sure about the yellow grips. Does your pannier bags comes off quick ?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Nope, need to unbolt them. Took me forever to get the bolts threaded so I left them on. I should of checked if Viking had a quick connect kit when I purchased. Thanks for watching and safe out there.

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

Hello from Indy. I also have a channel on here. What are you thinking of getting next? Duel Sport/ADV. Just my thought. ha ha. Thanks for the video. I subbed also. Make every ride an adventure.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I thought about an adventure bike, but I like the cruisers

[@kenoath6846]

Looks good 👍🏻

[@somethingorother9263]

Test drive this weekend. The seat of the first thing I noticed. Stock is near non existent.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Corbin seat is the way to go

[@UglyStuk]

I’m picking up my Vulcan S this Wednesday. I tried to find floorboards for the bike but I can’t find any yet. Where did you get them. And they don’t look stupid at all. I like them.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

All the info for the upgrades are in the description.

[@CscorpioartCsorpio]

Hey Motorcycling Endeavors, awesome vid. Super informative. I have the same exact Vulcan as you. And I was just curious. What color is on your Corbin seat panel? I’m really interested in the one on the site shown for our bike and it looks like a light grey asphalt color. Just curious before I pull the trigger. Thanks so much and safe Travels to you 🏍😄🙌🏽 - Chris

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The Corbin seat is the best upgrade you will do for this motorcycle, you will find out quickly how bad the stock seat is. I went with black with emerald green stitching and side wall, white welt, and white stitching for the Corbin name. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there!!

[@CscorpioartCsorpio]

Motorcycling Endeavors awesome and thanks again. Must have viewed your video like million times lol. Keep posting ✌🏼😄

[@wisenhummer]

Great video. I will be getting my Corbin soon. I also want to get the floor boards. Will those also fit the rear pegs?

[@michaelfawkes4794]

Good video man, I got myself a Vulcan S a few months back and it's a great bike. My only complaint is the seat it's so uncomfortable I can barely get off it when I go on long rides with mates. I've heard good and negative feedback regarding the Corbin seat can you give me any advice please ? I'm also pretty tall which is a minus but also a newbie so was very limited with my options.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The Corbin seat is a game changer for this motorcycle, best $500 I spent. The motorcycle was much more comfortable for the longer rides and felt a little roomier with the Corbin seat. Take off the stock seat and look at the base pan. It is so thin and flimsy you can depress it with your thumb. The stock seat is complete garbage. The Corbin seat has a firm carbon base pan that provides support. The foam they use for comfort is superior also. If I was thinking at the time I would have done a short video comparing the base pans. Kawasaki should contract Corbin to make their seats, I would have paid $500 more upfront to have this seat straight from the get go. Hope this helps, thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there!!

[@MattBrandon]

Are you happy with the mirrors? I feel like you can hardly see around your shoulder. I am surprised you don't have mirror extenders or bar-end mirrors.

[@algesbrek5695]

Thanks for a reply...CHEERS

[@christina2181]

For the floorboards and adapters you have, companies are saying the attachment 8813 doesn't fit the Vulcan S. Thoughts? Did you have issues installing them?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I will admit they weren't an exact fit, a little loose I would say, so I agree they won't fit the Vulcan S. However did they work, yes. They served me well and are much better than the pegs. If they happen to make boards specific for the Vulcan S now, I would get those. Hope this helps and stay safe out there!!!

[@christina2181]

@@motorcyclingendeavors2750 what did you do to help with the looseness?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

@@christina2181 Just snugged them in the best I can, if I was thinking back then I would have tried something with rubber gaskets. When feet are on them cruising around they are perfectly fine, when at a stop and you lift your feet up and brush them they may flop up a little because the adapter is not an exact fit. It was an annoyance the first ride, but I adapted quickly and they turned out to be a great addition to the motorcycle.

[@LionTheHeart]

Good video... I was wondering, would it be possible to get the existing seat reupholstered, what do you think? Thanks again!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Not sure, but perhaps if you were to find an independent shop, they may be able to do it. Thanks for watching and stay safe out there!

[@Aadityeah]

Good video. Please turn off the motorcycle while doing these though?

[@BrownChronicles]

Hey i live in indy and got a Vulcan too we should do a dual vlog

[@wsmith9306]

Hey man I just got a Vulcan 650 S 2017. It didn't come with a gear indicator. Do you find yourself using yours thats built in? or should I not bother? Cheers man.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Congrats on getting a new ride! When I first started riding, I thought the gear indicator was great. After a while once I got the feel of all the gears and how the engine sounded at certain speeds, I did not pay mind to it. It is a nice to have and you may look at it several times in the beginning, but it will eventually fade. Hope this helps. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.

[@Merkaba954]

Very sweet bike my dude

[@stonwall9065]

Brandywine Park 😊 What a charming name.

[@cromcc_team]

Very nice 🤙🏻

[@MrEye4get]

Installing an improperly sized windscreen is a common mistake. Do the gel grips just slip over the KVS grips? I'm using Grip Puppies and love them, but they aren't lasting very long and aren't cheap.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I removed the stock grips before I put the gel grips on, I doubt they would fit over them. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@iamthebeatmaster]

I don't agree with you. Got a puig on mine and love it, reduced a lot of wind, you still get turbulence in your face but for the chess almost gone. different people different stroke i guess.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

You are correct different people different strokes. I purchased the Puig Windscreen based on a bunch of positive reviews, it just did not work out for me, and that is ok. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.

[@barrykelly2722]

I passed an ostrich ranch in Greenfield once.

[@grahul18]

Are you planning on selling this beautiful bike?

[@69FOSTER]

I've been going back and forth hourly between the Vulcan S and the Harley Sportster 48. Does the Vulcan S have good zip for a 650cc bike? Have you ridden a Sportster? I ask so I can get a comparison reference. Good video!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

The Vulcan S was my first motorcycle so you have to take that with a grain of salt in regards to what I say here. To me the Vulcan S has good zip, it was snappy on acceleration and I had no problem riding to work in Downtown Indianapolis, or jetting down Route 40 at 60+ MPH. I always felt the bike could give me more when I needed it. Hope that helps. Have you looked at the Indian Scout or Scout 60?

[@69FOSTER]

Thanks for your prompt response! I have thought about the Indian Scout, it is a great looking motorcycle, but the nearest Indian dealer is about 50 miles away and those dealers are few and far between and I don't have a pickup truck. Only minus on the Sportster 48 was the riding position, in the test ride, I was leaning too far forward, which could be uncomfortable while on an hour long ride.

[@Ladosligese]

one thing i dont get tho .. wich ofc have no importance .. well my thing is , you buy a blacked out bike, on purpose i guess, wich i OFC also would do .. perhaps a matt dark grey .. but then u slap on green highlighted seat. and yellow handlebars , why is that if u dont mind i ask :) .

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

This bike is what they had at the dealership, it could have been the orange and I would have purchased it. The yellow handle grips was a throw in when I purchased some things at a show and sale, I decided to use them. For the seat, I was just trying to add some contrast, the Kawasaki lettering is green so I went with that as part of the seat.

[@method2madness1]

If you can feel so much vibration you're going numb you might be holding on too tight, should hold them like you're holding a little chick or egg. a rear fender delete and bullet indicators on mine, also a round LED in a matte black housing with Batman mirrors I can see right behind me.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Yes, holding too tight was part of the problem, however the vibration with the stock grips was still tough, the gel grips made a difference. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@awaisarshed]

How much was it?

[@TubeVision2]

Assuming you still have the bike. It's been close to a year. How's the Corbin working for you? Is it worth it?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I did move on from the Vulcan S, but I can tell you that Corbin seat was amazing. It is a complete game changer for that motorcycle, it is well built, provides a ton of support which leads to excellent comfort. I was able to ride a lot longer with that seat. The stock seat on the Vulcan S is 100% pure garbage, if I was thinking at the time I should have done a video comparing the two seats side by side. It was well worth the $500.

[@pbrimigion]

Yes, please let me know what those floorboards are. I would like to get some myself.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

See description, details are in there.

[@TangentCats]

I have a 2019 Vulcan S. The stock seat is killing me on rides over an hour long! Do you still stand behind your love of the Corbin seat after having it for awhile? Thanks.

[@ksspang]

I have a Corbin seat for my z400 and that made a hell of a difference. I know it's not the same but it speaks to the quality of their seats.