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[@VIVADUDE07]

Love my 07 900 Classic. Took it to California from upstate NY 5 years ago at age 65. Bone stock even the seat!! , no problems.

[@malcolmbattle7530]

Keep pushin playa💪🏿💯

[@californiaprofile]

Is it comfortable?

[@Lee-70ish]

@@californiaprofile I've got the Custom special same saddle and its about 2 hours before the same position makes you start getting stiff

[@barryervin5297]

You must be joking. When I started riding in 1964 a 900 was an enormous bike, there were only a handful that big. Rides didn't hesitate to ride anywhere they wanted to go on a 500 or 650, which was considered a full sized bike then with ,40-50 HP. I know guys who have ridden completely across the country and back on bicycles just for fun. When did American riders become so brainwashed that a 900cc 600 lb motorcycle is "too small"?

[@mrvwbug4423]

The Vulcan 900 only has 55hp. Load it up with gear for a long trip and it will struggle to do highway speeds on western interstates, especially in states like Wyoming and Utah which have 80mph speed limits, a lot of hills/mountains, high elevation, and a lot of wind.

[@joncastile3248]

You bet...I rode a 1975 Honda 550 4 cyl. for many years. It was considered a big bike then

[@barryervin8536]

I never said a Vulcan 900 was the ideal bike for a 2-up loaded Interstate trip, because it isn't. My issue is with the "They said it couldn't be done" mindset, like nobody has ever ridden across the US n a bike with "only" 55 hp. I remember when Harley 1200 DuoGlides, BMW airheads and big Moto Guzzis were the ultimate cross-country roadeaters and the magazine ads showed these bikes loaded down with gear with 2 smiling riders roaring off on long distance highway adventures, and nobody ever said these bikes didn't have the power to cruise on the highways. And none of these bikes had over 55 hp. 50 hp was considered quite adequate. The legendary Vincent Black Shadow had 55 hp and nobody ever said it was under-powered. True, these guys weren't cruising at 90 mph, but if I was in a really big hurry to get somewhere far away on Interstate highways I wouldn't be riding any kind of cruiser bike, I'd be on a sport-tourer with 140 hp and some aerodynamics. But what ever happened to riding for pure enjoyment and seeing the scenery along the way as opposed to setting speed records? Motorcycling has become all about cubic inches and cubic money and too much of the simple enjoyment has been left behind.

[@silverback802]

I'm with you Barry. I too started riding in the 1960's with a 650 triumph and they were the hot rods of the day with about 40 horsepower. So in the last 55 years I've had many bikes always getting bigger and bigger until I realized it was overkill and too expensive. I currently ride a Suzuki vstrom 650 that I love and is plenty fast enough.

[@timmetcalf4869]

Barry Ervin I road mine from Oklahoma to Colorado just bout two months ago and my wife and lil dog was with me on the bike and had all the gear we needed and a tool kit to and it didn’t have a problem in the mountains or in the winds of Kansas and it was windy as hell and it did 80+ the whole time when I needed it to and had no problem on the highway did rlly good and we loved it it still has lots of power and didn’t miss a beat the whole way there. Awsome bike for road trips with out the price tag of a 30,000 dollar price tag

[@studiotk4]

As a VN 900-custom rider I can say they are the absolute best in motorcycling. I've done from Detroit to Chicago to Milwaukee in a day. I only wish I could get a second set of brakes on the front, as the pads didn't last the trip. Some people may say they want bigger, but it's actually small enough to be nimble in traffic. Say what you will of the bike, it is a great great bike.

[@kamsdad6880]

Just rode my 2014 vulcan 900 classic to NYC from Atlanta and back, no windscreen half helmet , 2 saddle bags.no problems , If you take frequent breaks you'll make it easy. And it maneuvers through traffic easy and the engine breaking is great. I will buy another vulcan when this ones bad but so far very very reliable and smooth. People complain about the five gears but this bike is designed for cruising , it's not designed to stay at 130 the whole way, but it's great at normal high wag speed. If you ride just for speed don't get this bike. This bike is all I need , it moves quick in traffic and it's big where it's noticeable.

[@imrelentless9577]

So say about if I go 80mph, all day for hours I'm sure it's still fine? Idk why people complained as u said if u going 130mph which the bike probably can't do anyway for 7 hrs straight then sure I assume it's not the healthiest thing for the bike.

[@DarthBop]

The most amazing part to me is that he did all that mileage without a windshield.

[@craigdunn776]

Nice, really enjoyed this one :) - Mine's a Vulcan 900 Classic I bought 4 years ago at 12,000 kms, now at 105,000 kms, riding mostly north Thailand. I concur, this is a truly great bike :)

[@martincvitkovich724]

I laugh when people talk about the 'specialty' of their bikes. Ones a cruiser, one is a tourer one is a bar hopper etc. My first bike did all of those and more. It was a 650 BSA. Toured and camped for three months in 1970. My riding buddies rode R69 BMW, 1200 Harley, a 350 Honda and a 250 Suzuki X-6 Hustler. By today's 'standards' 5 people would never get together on such a variety of bikes. And may I take this opportunity to plug the book "Split-the Early Years a Psychedelic Motorcycle Adventure" that documents this great adventure. A 900 Kaw is 'perfect for touring. It's all in the mind!!

[@mrvwbug4423]

Then you get bikes like the Versys that can commute like a scooter, canyon carve like a sportbike, do some light dirt riding with the right tires, and tour as well.

[@joncastile3248]

Preach it bro.

[@willcruz3198]

I totally agree. I've rode my 900 Custom to Key West and back. I will never forget that awesome trip.

[@danielduman9142]

I know this is an older video but I'm new to your channel. I have an 09 Vulcan 900 and me and the wife went from our little town of Aragon GA to Boston MA on my 900. People though we were nuts. But we had a blast.

[@SOET914]

John where did you come from? "My Mother" LMAO was not expecting that

[@JoachimZell]

1. Looked out for the comment 2. Found the comment 3. Liked the comment.

[@motomark9736]

@@JoachimZell he should of said and father . what dad gets no respect ?

[@waynekerr2397]

Me thinks John thinks he is a little bit special. Love how he indicated with the left turn blinker at the first corner and then turned right. Not only special but endangered.

[@cyclometre]

THAT IS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT: Out on the road on your own or with a mate or two having a load of fun, just cruising and taking in the sights.

[@RobertDavidson-h2m]

A week ago I rode an '05 Vulcan Nomad 1600 840mi from Bloomington Illinois to Central NY in one straight sitting, about 13 hrs. I picked this bike up for a friend and I can honestly say this was probably the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden. I currently own a '12 Vulcan Voyager and I would rate the Nomad as being more comfortable. Has me thinking about selling the Voyager and picking up an older Nomad. FYI, I've owned 27 motorcycles to date starting in 1977.

[@coisd.b.486]

I drive a VN 900 LT since 2014, do a large tour in Europe every year, and I am away from home for several weeks. To enjoy. I drive without problems 120-130 km/u on the highways. Harley riders that I meet in Europe drive ... less fast to enjoy. What is the problem with this type or engine? if you want to 'enjoy'? Larger cc, for Europe? Yes, if you do NOT drive the small forgotten tracks. But sorry, they are simply the most beautiful thing to see in Europe. So ... the VN 900 is a wonderful machine for exploring whole of Europe! And to enjoy your ride.

[@johnfox2113]

Sean, love your channels, nice fresh intresting view on bikes. I have just discovered them recently, I'm watching them all. Thanks 🤜

[@thejerseyj1636]

You can go anywhere on anything. Long as you have the time. I love long riding my V-Star 650 classic and 300 - 400 mile days are no problem really. I'm no iron butt, but, if you love your bike (and I do) it's total pleasure. And, a little soreness, not much though. Oh I love riding !!!

[@simonlangmead7]

My first street bike was a 1975 Honda 500 twin, bought it when it was 2 years old. It weighed 423 pounds and had 34 horsepower. I rode all the way to Southern California and back to Canada no problem. With that 900 Kawasaki Vulcan, you could easily go across the continent and back as many times as you can handle a riding marathon. Many have been brainwashed into thinking you need a bike with car sized engines with the same, if not more horsepower.

[@snazzymcnazmy]

Whenever a guy has to strap something down he is bound by law to say "that's not going anywhere"

[@RayTeerlink]

Tarquin Kellough true

[@jimdoolan2277]

Cool video just brought me a vulcan 900 classic great bike no windshield on my on looks pretty cool just ordered the saddleman seat for it 😀 Cheers from new Zealand

[@locomotiveengineer4779]

I just found this video after Googling whether or not the Vulcan is good for highway. Thanks Sean. I'm planning on taking my new 900 LT from Jersey to Florida to visit my niece at school. Looking forward to the ride.

[@ahmedlsl]

Sean, love your videos! Tried through them almost all my (expected!) bikes during our long winter. A small comment about windshields though. My wife's car windshield and mine, both do have small chips from other vehicles that are sending rocks towards us. What would have happened without that protection? And worse on a motorcycle! I do respect people who do use it (and the others too!). God Bless! Many thanks!

[@chrisking6707]

I have a 2009 Vulcan 2000 with 77K on it (as of yesterday) I literally ride every day, regardless of weather- but that’s me-lol. The best bike is the one you can ride safely and comfortably. As long as you keep it well maintained and ride responsibly, it will always bring you home.:)

[@michaelb.42112]

Hell Yes !!! Just got a 2004 1500cc and it rides like it's on rails.

[@jimbailey5655]

SUPER COOL !! I have enjoyed Many Many SRK Videos... This Is Probably My Favorite... What An Informative and Enjoyable Clip. !! THANKS !!!

[@CallsignArchangel]

Love my vn900. Nimble, fun to ride, reliable as all get out.

[@danbailey1229]

Going cross country alone is quite an undertaking for any age. I’m 65 and got a 2016 Sportster and just last week I bought a 2018 Softail Slim. I plan on taking some trips as soon as I get a better seat. Good luck Jon on the rest if your trip.

[@joncastile3248]

It's all in the seat man. believe me. Go with God man.

[@michaelb.42112]

I'm 55 and have plans to see the country on my own at some time. I HAVE to before I die.

[@shane8037]

Wow John 3:16-17 was part of the gospel reading today at Mass, and I'm an hour away from checking out a Vulcan. Gonna take it as a sign. God bless you lads.

[@marcoduvall4404]

How'd it go champ

[@shane8037]

@@marcoduvall4404 got the Vulcan for $450, lived on it a few months, it broke down and I had to leave it for a couple hours and it got stolen along with all my earthly possessions. Then I got a job and a place to live and I have a Buell Blast now, thanks be to God 🙏😎

[@acegz9297]

@@shane8037 sounds like you won to me

[@shane8037]

@@acegz9297 You have no idea. Just after that last comment I picked up an '03 Sportster, my dream bike, with 5k miles on it. All glory to God.

[@monstermonium1693]

@@shane8037I’m manifesting this good energy

[@nicholascorbett4622]

Stepping up to a 900 Vulcan classic from a rebel 250 and srk has definitely made me feel comfortable with committing to the purchase. I haven't seen it yet but I think I'm getting a great deal if mechanically sound. Comes with windshield,cobra pipes and some other small upgrades. 3000$ I'm a small guy 5'5 130lbs so was worried it would be too big. Thanks for all the videos and all the comments.

[@michaelb.42112]

Congratulations !

[@randolphwilliams9266]

I have ben riding a Vulcan 900 classic LT I am 5' 5" I bot the bike Frome all the information I got from all the youtub videos I love my bike and thank you for all the informative information.

[@nicholascorbett4622]

I'm same height but 130 lbs. How comfortable is it for you and what other bikes have you ridden please. I'm looking in to a 2006 right now. Thanks brother 🙏

[@frankscott8555]

I had a 08 900 classic LT. Blue and silver. Beautiful bike. I upgrade the lights to led, mustang seat, stereo installed, highway bar with foot pegs, k&n air filter, power commander along with cobra longshots. Drive sprocket updated. 55 whp on the dyno. Great bike. I miss her man.

[@ri1429]

Thanks. I am always thinking I am too old to return back to riding motorcycles. Very encouraging.

[@coisd.b.486]

I am 58 and almost 59 ;)

[@dylanmorrison8543]

ri1429 watch his video about Buzz, the 81 year old rider who bought one of the fastest production bikes. Sean sold it to him.

[@derekwalker4622]

54 here, with an arthritic knee, haven't rode since 2011, the date of my last scooter oopsie. Lost my 2010 HD 48 that day. Right now in the process of buying a 2009 Vulcan 900 Classic. I gotta say, not scared, only scarred. My only apprehension is my knee.

[@jamesbraun2763]

I had a 05 Vulcan 500 . The wife and I would load it up and put over 2K miles behind us without a hitch . I liked the little bike , now it's a 650 here in the filippines .

[@buckfiden6227]

Man, I just wanted to say that I love your channel. I never drove or ridden a cycle b/c I’m legally blind. I’ve always wanted to ride & for some reason, Been thinking about motorcycles a lot lately. If I could, I’d probably have a Vulcan or a Honda Shadow.

[@buzz2bug534]

Love your comment you must be a cool person!

[@HemiLyfestyle]

so how did you type that comment?

[@jeeves6490]

@@HemiLyfestyle There are such things as voice to text. Not even rare, common amongst those who write a lot.

[@richardstoffel6585]

I have a ZX14R but going to go look at Vulcan 1600 this week to add to commute on and such. I enjoy this video, you should add a few interview and ride type videos time to time like this. :)

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: Why do people think distance is a big thing? In 1974 I rode Chicago to Denver, about 1000 miles in 2-1/2 days, on an 18 hp Honda CL 175 Street Scambler. An upgrade to a Honda 350 took me all over the country, 300-500 mile days. I earned my first 1000 mile iron butt in 1981 on a Yamaha 650 twin with drag bars and reset controls. I rode that bike 94,000 miles. A Vulcan 900 should be fine for any trip for a long, long time. It does not take a Gold Wing to travel.

[@bluesguy47]

don't get wrapped up on power.... i have a friend who has crossed the country on a 750 Honda Shadow....

[@josedias9695]

I had one for almost 11 years.. 49. 000 km and no problem at all.

[@joshuabrightman5984]

Just got a 13 Vulcan 900 with cobra dragters debaffled. I love it. It's my first bike. Haven't even riden it yet and I already love it lol Don't have my license til May 22nd, can't come fast enough

[@SkidGear423]

Man what kind of pipes does John have on that bike!? Loving the exhaust note

[@joncastile3248]

They are Cobras

[@TennRides]

Missed this one. Yeah the Vulcan 900 is a great bike. I rode 5000 miles in 10 days, and have put in three SS1000 rides on mine. Not to mention a lot of other rides that are pretty long, and it has never let me down.

[@mutevibesgaming8616]

as an owner of a VN750 vulcan, i love them! great guy! love this video

[@roborr6491]

I have a 2014 Vulcan 900 and love it.

[@pcomptonak]

Good all around bike, bought one thanks to this video. Had it for 8 months now. Thank gosh for the windshield! A darn pheasant flew up in the middle of a S curve and i think i would have dropped the bike had it hit me in the chest. But thankit hit the windshield and slid off.

[@steventhomson8387]

I live in Australia and watching you guys ride on the wrong side of the road is weird. In all seriousness great video as always.

[@daviddunn9659]

My Vulcan 900 was the best bike I ever had.

[@willcruz3198]

It's not too late to get another one.

[@shneurkanar3871]

I just picked up a Vulcan 900 classic with a load of upgrades for just $2600 from a Long Island NY cop. I really love it

[@bootlickin]

thanks for the enjoyable ride and conversation

[@joncastile3248]

My pleasure.(just speaking for my self.Not Shawn)

[@SkipShean]

Sean, you got great conversation audio on this vid. I would love to know what intercom gear you recommend for long rides.

[@tylerthrash3155]

Dude I love my 08 vstar 1300 and my wife has a 2012 boulevard c50t I love it. Great bikes

[@mr.solitude3352]

I used to ride without a wind screen for many years. Felt the same way then that Sean does now. But then I put one on for kicks and it made a huge difference on my long distance, highway trips. The Honda Valkyrie was my first bike with a screen and I've used them ever since. I would also suggest highway pegs on a cruiser if you're doing long hauls. Gotta stretch your legs and circulate the blood to keep things interesting. Lastly, better to make more frequent, short rest stops than less frequent, longer ones, IMO. Safe ride back home, Jon. Rubber side down! P.S. By the look of how you're sitting on your Kawa 900, I'm guessing you're about 5'6"-5'7". A taller rider would look more cramped on that bike.

[@joncastile3248]

Actually I'm 5.10, 220 lbs. And I totally agree with you. I didn't do this ride as a race ... but to enjoy the great U.S. scenery (and see my hero Shawn LOL)

[@danyael3546]

luv vulcans, and Jon is a badass!# GreyBeards and Bikes!!!😎

[@joncastile3248]

Wow...that's the first time anyone called me that. Thanks I guess.

[@danyael3546]

+Jon Castile. with respect brother, most of us will never Make an epic journey like that.

[@joncastile3248]

and that is a shame...but in this world God has given us many oppertunities for other adventures

[@frankirwin2377]

My first MC was a new1966 Honda 450 I bought while in the Army Dec 1965. 10K miles later in 1967 I bought a new 1967 HD Electroglide and put about 50K. Both MCs I traveled to different states and both did well across country. Still have the Electroglide, a 1987 Honda Aspencade and a couple Honda XL250s. Fun times on MCs.

[@68weebee]

That was a neat video to watch! 😎

[@korykirklanddistrictjudgec2333]

My wife said that I had to put my windshield back on or I'd be doing my own laundry. Bugs are apparently hard to get out of dress shirts.

[@richardallen1816]

Love my 09' Vulcan 900...plotting a trip of some distance for next summer too.

[@marksutherin1987]

Even with his helmet visor down, he can speak and be heard clearly with no wind noise. What kind of microphone magic is this??

[@michaelb.42112]

I own a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 that I bought as a basket case. It now has a "new" 2004 only 20k miles motor, and a go through, so it's mechanically like new, although the turn signal rubber switch is missing, the front left turn signal cover is gone, that's all that's wrong with it now. I love this bike and would feel safe anywhere on it since it's like driving a Cadillac. I want to ride the 900, as I've heard it's one of the best bikes ever made.

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

I had an '09 Vulcan 900, light tourer with the saddle bags and whopping screen plus heated grips I bought from the local Kawasaki Dealer with only 1k miles on the clock. Most comfortable bike ever, way more comfortable than any Harley I've ever ridden. Also ideal for long days as it had a 250 mile tank range. Downsides were the engine lacked character and power. I took the screen off because it felt like I was being sucked along by it. Overall a better bike than most Harleys of that vintage, just a bit lacking in identity. I sold it with 6k on the clock about a year later because I had a bad back at the time and the sheer bulk of the thing was getting to me.

[@mrvwbug4423]

The 900 is a pretty good bike, just struggles a bit in the mountains out west when loaded down. Still one of the best cruisers for the money, especially since they are so cheap and plentiful on the used market.

[@davidhayden6724]

Great video guys. John, I own a 2008 Vulcan 900 Classic LT and I'm curious about any mods you have done to your bike. Looks like you have a Cobra exhaust, which sounds great, but did you also add the Baron pulleys to help with the higher speeds of your long trip? Your bike looks great! Have a safe and enjoyable trip home.

[@joncastile3248]

The only mods I have done are a charging unit for my phone, soft bags for the trip and a seat pad. (What a life saver that was).

[@davidhayden6724]

Thanks for the reply Jon. I'm definitely going to try the seat pad. Looks like a great product. I've pretty much left mine stock as well except for a Battery Tender charge lead and a 12v power outlet for my GPS and phone charger. I'm still considering the Baron pulleys to drop the cruise RPM a little but I am really enjoying the bike. I have owned mine since September of last year and it is definitely an awesome ride! Hope you're having a great trip! Ride safe my friend.

[@just-dl]

There's four commonwealths in the US. Virginia is also one; you're on you're own for the other two. Love the Vulcan 900; that and the 650 are the ones I'm looking at for my return to biking (after a VERY long hiatus). BTW John 3:17 was the first verse I memorized as a kid. Cheers!

[@dr.michaelr.foreman2170]

Kentucky is a commonwealth as well.

[@fg146]

I took the windshield off my Vulcan 1500 Nomad. Down here in Florida in the summer heat you will melt if you have a windshield on especially in stop and go traffic.

[@juliusnells5401]

Nice, I just bought an 06 Vn 900 Classic. Looking forward to putting some miles on it. My first bike.

[@johnlocke2515]

I'm from Denmark. Started on a 2000 535 virago and now got a 2008 vn 900 Classic. It took a couple of weeks to get a costume with the extra weight. I now love this bike and I will ride it till it give up.

[@darrylwbraun]

A 40 day trip with no windshield and no backrest? This guy is not human 😊 I love when folks say a bike isn't big enough. All of us, who couldn't afford a "touring" bike, made thousands upon thousands of miles on Honda 400s and smaller. If it's reliable and you want to tour... it's big enough. Take a 250 Rebel across the county and you'll make more memories than a new GoldWing across the country.

[@Sandfire18]

I moved from central Florida to Washington state on the back of a Vulcan 900 custom. It isn't the most comfortable bike but it can be done without issue. The only trouble I had was riding through Texas trying to keep the bike at the 80mph speed limit with a head wind.

[@joncastile3248]

You know it man.

[@MrGchiasson]

I rode my car on a road trip from Atlanta to Billings, Montana this summer. Nice long trip..2300 miles. I own. Vulcan 900 and just might make the trip next summer...taking my time..

[@alanwareham7391]

A bike does not need a big engine to be a reliable cruiser this is a true story .Some years ago a young chap Owned a BSA Bantam ( I'm not sure of the engine size but the biggest was only a 175 two stroke ) and so he thought that he would pop across to France and visit a few friends. After a while ,being as he was on a break from university he then thought that it would be a good idea to visit some family in Switzerland and do a little bit of touring ,and so he loaded up the Bantam and off he toddled eventually ending up in......Yugoslavia ,where he parked the old bike outside some bar or cafe. The story went on to say that the Bantam attracted that much attention which naturally increased owners income that he gave him a job for the summer , by all accounts our friend has still got his little Bantam ,but it's now in his shed waiting for a rebuild. Now there's no way I'd do a journey like this on a bike this size ,it just proves that you don't need a big engine to have fun ,and going slowly can be as much fun as going fast

[@ursirius4878]

It still makes no sense to me that people by bikes and 5yrs later they only have 3-4k on them. I bought the Kawi vulcan s last year new in July. By the time I put it up for the winter I had 2400 k on it and still didn't feel like I rode that much. I've seen some of bikes srk has for sale that are 5-7 yrs old and barely have that many miles on them. I bought the bike to ride and ride I will.

[@christopherhuggins3212]

dazed_confused moto_rider I had a ninja 250 I put 7000 miles on in a year

[@baltsosser]

I've had my 1300 V Star from brand new in September 2016. I just put my fourth tire on it. working on 31,000 miles. Might have to go with one size on the Commander II tires for better wear next time.

[@jubowub3685]

Six months ago, I bought a 2010 Honda Shadow that had 120 miles (no that's not a typo) on it. I don't get it either.

[@danf8047]

coffee shop hoppers, they spend more time leaving it parked in a public place like a coffeeshop and admire it and shoot the sh*t with other similar riders.

[@baltsosser]

Sometimes we get lucky and find a real gem like that. Wow! That isn't even a full tank of gas run through it.

[@jamesbraun2763]

I had a 05 500 Vulcan and made some 2,000 mile trips with no problem .

[@Voice.of.Voodoo]

06 Vulcan 900 Classic LT, I ride 1 with the same paint as John. It's a great bike for my day to day, hunting a Kawasaki 2000 for power play.

[@tedb7402]

In 1983 I rode a Kawasaki 550 Ltd from Coronado CA to Caro Michigan. My 06 Vulcan 900 in my opinion, is fully capable of going anywhere I want, especially since I'm not interested in going 120 mph to get there like so many other riders!

[@RJSoftware2000]

I rode a Suzuki GN400 from Greenacres Florida to Onecama Michigan and back.

[@WhattheVloggity]

What’s your biggest advise from that trip?

[@Shastar271828]

Love my 2003 Vulcan Mean Streak 1500! Big enough for this 6'4 dude

[@jonathonsilbaugh2833]

I've owned two vulcans, three if you count the fact that I've bought the same one twice. Not the same model mind you, I saw my actual old vn900 for sale at a bike shop when I was getting a tire change done. Still had my registration in the saddle bag, (Which was a little concerning) got nostalgic and traded my current bike in for it on the spot. As much as I loved that bike I did want a proper large capacity bagger. That's why I sold it (again) and am now the proud owner of a VN 1600 nomad.

[@chrisamyhunt4321]

Just bought a 08 vulcan 900 w almost 5k miles on it. It's my second bike, love it so far.

[@michaelcaricofe1373]

That thing will run forever. My 09 900 custom has 23k. It did blue ridge parkway both ways twice no problem

[@Natty44fitness44]

That Valcan will get you there no need to spend 20k for a touring bike if you don’t want to. A valcan 750 was my first big boy bike.

[@mrvwbug4423]

The 900 is fine for eastern interstates, or if not loaded down. Add in elevation, high speed limits, mountains and wind common to western states it starts to struggle, especially if loaded. The Vulcan 750 also has a fair bit more power than the 900.

[@joncastile3248]

I wouldn't know about the power difference, But I ride in all elevations, high, low, hot, cold. As you know...from California thru Texas is almost all hot desert. I was very impressed with the performance. And the wind was treacherous in some states. Plus... 85 mph speed and very gusty winds and no windshield. I think it proved itself capable.

[@zerokiryu2380]

Idk why people think any bike is too small. I rode an R3 from Georgia to Wisconsin twice and a shadow 750 from Georgia to New York

[@richardlord4132]

I mean 750-1000 is all great.....Ride Brothers Ride. it is all about the fun.

[@carrickmckee2223]

That bike sounds really good.

[@Panic_Blade_]

I have a 07 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 custom. I love it . It has a lot of power .

[@wwekidder123]

Nice video by the way

[@josedias9695]

2006 vulcan 1600 Classic and i'm enjoying every ride.

[@bigblueglide8021]

"Commonwealth" its common that the state takes your wealth.

[@jeeves6490]

You ride the roads your taxes pay for, you use the power lines your power is delivered by....... Water, trash disposal, infrastructure but taxes are bad, you great big loner.

[@coprice94]

@@jeeves6490 you missed the point

[@Lee-70ish]

You can tour on any bike its how quickly you want to do it Any capacity below 500 has an effect on progress all modern 500s and above can match the speed limits no problem. I'm 66 and retired so don't care how long it takes even though I also have a Vulcan (custom special) 55mph no freeways and enjoy the countryside

[@alfrede.neuman8611]

Nice bike John. Hope your next one has auto cancelling turn signals.

[@joncastile3248]

You caught me HAHA

[@rdavila26]

Man I have a Vulcan 2053cc. And I when from Springfield ma , to Miami fl , to Houston tx , to Las Vegas Nevada all type of weather on your ye way and the best trip I ever done

[@travisbanner8695]

When I came home from Arizona on my ZX12R I did 900 miles a day minimum and made it home to New York Ithaca in like 4 days. I would love to do a planned out 40 day trip no rush! that would be fun

[@gerardsalmon4960]

You should interview an Iron butt rider , 200, 300 mile days is nothing, in fact my buddy is heading to California from Philly on a Honda 300 scooter, than heading back with the cannonball scooter riders

[@mr.solitude3352]

The shortest Iron Butt ride is the Saddlesore 1000, or a thousand miles in 24 hours. Everyone should do at least one in their lives. If hydration wasn't your friend before the ride, it will quickly become your best friend during it.

[@silfear1]

Last year I have done 600 miles = 1000km in one day. it was OK but for last 100 miles or so I had to do regular exercises because my arms and sholders were really stiff. btw no wind shield :-)

[@mrvwbug4423]

I've done quite a few 300 mile days on my Versys 650. It would need some mods to be able to do a 1000 mile day comfortably (mainly, better seat, windscreen, and lower rearsets, cruise control wouldn't hurt either as it can take a lot of throttle to keep a 650 going 80mph into a headwind).

[@XV250]

My longest ride was 5900 miles over four weeks. I enjoyed it, but I didn't go on any more long rides for a year - I felt kind of done for a while.

[@joncastile3248]

I know what you mean brother.This trip turned out to be 7500 mi.in 30 days. It will be a while before I do another one. Maybe next year.

[@schlitzgiggles3197]

COMMONWEALTH means your money is mine SEAN LOL God bless & happy riding my friend.

[@sgtgrantham]

My wife and I put a lot of fun miles on a Vulcan lt classic. It just didn’t have the top end speed.

[@cringeworthy4388]

April of this year, I did a 3200 mile ride on an 05 vn900. Loved the trip. Flew out to ohio, bought it for 2500 sold it for 3500 after I got home.

[@silfear1]

btw we have a guy who is riding 350cc 50years old 2stroke bike around the world :D. no other support vehicle. He made 31k miles on the trip. just google jawa around the world

[@spacebear49]

Man that guy is hard-core. I'd love to ride my Vulcan back east (home). But riding that thing, maxed out in fifth gear, on the highway that far? I like the no-windshield feel, but I'm pretty sure I'd put it on for that.

[@mikepino4954]

I was wondering about that. It being a 5 speed a lot of people said they wish it came with one more gear would be nice.

[@spacebear49]

@@mikepino4954 it absolutely would. It vibrates a lot at highway speed, it really needs a higher gear.

[@mikepino4954]

@@spacebear49 thank you for the feedback my friend. I want a bike to do a cross country road trip someday. Just wanted to see what I should get cruiser wise.

[@spacebear49]

@@mikepino4954 it is a great all-alround bike. And that was my initial hope for it as well. My hat is off to the guy in the video. Mechanically I would have no qualms with it making the trip. I just can't imagine it being very comfortable at highway speeds. You get above 65-70 and it buzzes and vibrates plenty. It just doesn't have the gearing for it. Maybe if you had time and took (slower) back roads. Call me a wuss, but I'll definitely wait til I have something with 6 gears!

[@mikepino4954]

@@spacebear49 absolutely 🔥🔥 yes it looks great for a back road adventure I live in Lynchburg VA and have a lot of great mountains and roads to cruise on. The blue ridge parkway is right up the street. But yes I saw a guy on KZbin with a 750 Honda Shadow and did a cross country Trip from Washington state to south Florida without a windshield!! It was an awesome video.

[@naomiscott7144]

This is the best beginner motorcycle for heavy road trips outside the city. This is enough heavy to leave your bicycle habit and the parts are not too expensive. Maintenance and problems are well documented on internet. You really learn to drive a motorcycle with pleasure. If your friends laugh at you with powerful super sport motorcycle on a road trip, please don’t stop riding each rainy and cold day with them.

[@Musicbyruben]

Just hit 10k on my vulcan900 classic. Best all around bike no doubt!

[@joncastile3248]

True that

[@Sabyrd13]

44,000 on an 08 900 classic

[@Musicbyruben]

Update....4 years later, 32k and running strong. Love this bike!

[@ls.4895]

What year is your bike ? Any problems? I've heard the stators go bad and are super expensive.ty!

[@Musicbyruben]

@@ls.4895 2015 and no problems at all. Regular maintenance and 2 valve adjustments

[@jessemellon6258]

YOU SHOULD HAVE ELABORATED ON THE PHONE IN THE POCKET . . . .THIS GUYS IS OLD SCHOOL AND I LOVE IT . . . HOW DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR GOING ??

[@jaysonstelljes3827]

Hello srk cycles could you compare the m50 bulavard with the vulcan 900 im looking at my first cruzer And its between the 2006 vulcan 900 clasic and the. 2005 suzuki bullavard m50 thank yo u and god bless

[@frankacosta3032]

Haven't had the pleasure if riding a 900. I own a 1997 vulcan classic 800. Been riding it for at least 14 years now. And I think it's got enough power to get you anywhere. Just have to stay on the upkeep.

[@robertsalyers1351]

I like the Kawasaki Vulcan Bikes How does the skinny front tire Handle in the Rain on the Vulcan custom vs the classic

[@maj.d.sasterhikes9884]

Did you say twenty days to ride out from California?? Dang, at the end of May in1988 I left Santa Cruz, Ca riding my 1982 Kawasaki LTD-1000 on a Tuesday and was in Columbus, OH Saturday morning to help a friend work the Columbus Arts and Crafts Festival. Then worked a couple of weekends at the Three Rivers Arts and Crafts Fair in Pittsburgh, PA. After that I spent the rest of the summer motorcycle camping and visiting with old friends and family around the country, returning to Santa Cruz on Sept 1st.Went through twenty-three states and rode a total of 8800 miles that summer. Kawasaki cruisers can handle the long runs!

[@joncastile3248]

ya I took time to stop at several friend's and family's for several days. but when I was riding it was 8 or 10 hrs. a day

[@TheBakoman5]

last summer my friend and i, did a 700 mile run for a rally. 100 on the first day slept on the farry and 600 when we got to Sweden. mine is a 08 900 custom and his is a 96 1500. no problem at all and yrah 700 miles to go back home 😎🏍

[@Yamahog]

Hey Sean, love the vids,.... Wow, the guy just did a 3,500 mile pull to come see you and the crew, .... how come you didn't ask about the seat on the bike .., or where it could be better for him? (aka .... Attention designers....Make my Ride more cushy./ comfortable,)..... I would ,if you were to assess the XVS95CKB that I have. Anyways .... Stay Safe, Ride on. W

[@mok3530]

John’s sound very cute to be a rider 🙂