Rocket III vs Kawasaki 650 Vulcan S (big vs small)

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@Richaag
@Richaag 6 жыл бұрын
I had a Rocket III Touring bike and they’re detuned (horsepower wise) from the original Rocket, but maintain hefty torque. Where they shine is in their ability to go up and down hills with little or no throttle increase and still maintain a constant speed. They’re very good at pulling small trailers and can be loaded down with a lot of travel gear. The Touring model isn’t a race bike. I’d doubt it’d keep up with a lot of smaller cruisers, but that’s not what it was made for. They’re big, heavy, comfortable bikes not as susceptible to wind as the smaller, lighter bike are. Comfortable 500+ mile trips are their intended purpose.
@edrosa3485
@edrosa3485 6 жыл бұрын
Richaag where the R3T shines really is passing. Whether I'm fully loaded with passenger the Rocket passes most with little effort.
@SlingingLead
@SlingingLead 4 жыл бұрын
A Sean and Caleb video almost always earns an automatic thumbs up. I wish I worked there.
@abckirov1929
@abckirov1929 6 жыл бұрын
One of the few times I can say I rode both. I own a Rocket III touring and rode a friends Vulcan S. Vulcan S is so light and nimble, it's a treat in the city, and is geared quite steep so it performs quite well. Not so much of a treat on the highway tho, where the Rocket really comes into its own. Nice thing with the Rocket is with a $30 usb cable, an ECU flash gives 30 more HP, and it really wakes up past 4000rpm. It's kind of a 'must do' thing with the Touring. It would be sweet to see a before and after comparison.
@jk6956
@jk6956 7 ай бұрын
Once you get a custom pipe and power commander for the 650s I'm able to get to 110mph+ pretty easily compared to before where it would be hard to get to 100mph.
@Mizzoumike000
@Mizzoumike000 6 жыл бұрын
I thought videos like this were a joke but I had one of these fall to my local hd dealer . Needless to say I'm 5'10 256 and my riding club is 99% harleys . Everyone was blown away I was able to keep up pass them with ease and still have plenty of gear and throttle left .
@kyzual
@kyzual 6 жыл бұрын
Mizzoumike000 this comment really helps me, been doing a lot of research on this bike and have been wondering how it works with a heavier rider, seems like most vloggers doing the reviews are around 180lbs but I'm 250 and about 5'9"
@Mizzoumike000
@Mizzoumike000 6 жыл бұрын
GROGGYMORNING4ME I'm not in a mc and it's a Christian group with a collection of riders from different churches that just ride together it's just organized riding but nothing sanctioned you may actually be in an actual mc or a sanctioned organization I however am not it's a mixed age and your not required to own an HD but a majority have that or an Indian , and a few trikes and adventure bikes in the mix
@vananon51
@vananon51 5 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki Vulcan S. The Perfect bike, balanced, as all things should be. I can't wait to buy one.
@leewe2015
@leewe2015 4 жыл бұрын
did you ?
@mikewatson5570
@mikewatson5570 6 жыл бұрын
i have never seen a rocket ridden as slowly!
@conanlive3784
@conanlive3784 3 жыл бұрын
That was the Rocket Interstate, which was detuned from their Roadster.
@siraff4461
@siraff4461 3 жыл бұрын
@@conanlive3784 Yeah detuned to around 110hp. Still far more than needed to see off the 60hp 650S.
@bharsen
@bharsen 6 жыл бұрын
I own a Vulcan S and I love everything about it, from performance, to handling to braking (even on the non ABS model) Probably the best beginner cruiser going. That being said, The Vulcan S can't hold a candle to the rocket III at any RPM.... The rocket III is a low-mid 11 second bike @ 120MPH and makes gobs more torque and power at all RPM. I'm lucky when I hit high 12 seconds @ 98MPH on my Vulcan S. It's a quick cruiser that eats up stock Harley's with a peanut sized 650cc, that's all I ask of it, and that's all anybody should expect.
@kelleymanning1137
@kelleymanning1137 4 жыл бұрын
Ha! Most stock Harleys will have you for lunch...ask anybody. Also, anything in 650cc in not a beginner anything.
@DenvarShay
@DenvarShay 4 жыл бұрын
@@kelleymanning1137 Are they not on this list? www.zeroto60times.com/vehicle-make/harley-davidson-0-60-mph-times/ "Most" stock Harleys will definitely not have him for lunch.
@TopshelfJunior
@TopshelfJunior 4 жыл бұрын
#newrider so I'm learning more and more, only have a dirtbike. how much of a difference is the ABS version to the non-ABS. Never locked up any brakes before, unless it was a BMX, never in a car either.. Always been a good braker.. lol. ABS or no-ABS on a first street bike purchase ?!
@Chocolate_dragon
@Chocolate_dragon 4 жыл бұрын
Topshelf Junior I have mixed emotions. Can abs save you? Yes it can. But lots of bikes don’t even have that option. It’s best to learn brake control.
@joemann7971
@joemann7971 2 жыл бұрын
@@Chocolate_dragon ABS is a safety net. Having it is not an excuse to not practicing, and practicing shouldn't be an excuse for not getting it (if you can). Ideally, you should have both. The technology and the technique.
@ajradel
@ajradel 6 жыл бұрын
Have had my vulcan s for about 3 months now. almost at 1000miles. love it so much. sometimes i do wish she was a bit quicker but than she would be a sport bike lol. this bike gets so many looks!
@maddybharathi
@maddybharathi Жыл бұрын
Howz it doing today?
@benjamincs1
@benjamincs1 5 жыл бұрын
Vulcan vs Ninja 650 would be interesting. Low torque vs mid range.
@ag1639
@ag1639 3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@chas106g.6
@chas106g.6 6 жыл бұрын
There is no doubt about it, the Vulcan S is very surprising. My wife has one and it scoots!
@baham9217
@baham9217 6 жыл бұрын
"If you get hit, I get hit!" Now that's the brotherhood of bikers! Very cool comparison. I would never have thought of looking at the Vulcan 650...until now. Keep up the great work!
@chrisredfield3240
@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын
Todd Baham The purple one looks great, and 61hp@7500rpm nice power at not to many revs. And a shade under £6k looks like a good bike.
@shanco73
@shanco73 5 жыл бұрын
Same 650 engine as the Versys, great all rounder! Fun video.
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
Should do a 4 way of Kawasaki 650s. Vulcan, Ninja, Z and Versys. My prediction will be. Vulcan, quickest off the line (longest wheelbase), Z quickest accelerating overall (lightest), Ninja highest top speed (best aerodynamics and top end power), Versys best cornering (best suspension by a mile).
@mr3748
@mr3748 3 жыл бұрын
That should be interesting. I bought a versys 650 in 2020 and I corner it flat through the mountain passes. So it does corner good and grips good, but with its higher center of gravity you have to be awake when transitioning between corners. But they are good bikes and a lot of fun.
@dixienormous3262
@dixienormous3262 6 жыл бұрын
And Caleb is a rookie. Wrong people to be testing the true spirit and performance between bikes.
@bdog2be
@bdog2be 6 жыл бұрын
Lab Insight Same. I dont like cruisers, but I love my wifes Vulcan S. I often steal it to ride to work when I'm not feeling like riding my bike. It handles well. Has good power, and has a surprising lean angle.
@ragimundvonwallat8961
@ragimundvonwallat8961 6 жыл бұрын
@@bdog2be im 6'3 225 ,am i too big for the 650 wonder you think?
@bdog2be
@bdog2be 6 жыл бұрын
@@ragimundvonwallat8961 not sure I'm the best to ask. My wife has the short person ergo setup. It's a little cramped, but livable for me. I imagine the regular or taller person ergo would be much better for you. FYI I'm 6ft3in and 220lb. I think you would fit fine if it was set up for tall people or you were willing to mod it a bit.
@tggrizzly1814
@tggrizzly1814 6 жыл бұрын
Bro that conversation at 11:40 😂😂😂 SO DORKY!!! Great video y'all. Always wanted to see these two bikes in action
@Zerinsakech
@Zerinsakech 6 жыл бұрын
I have a Vulcan 900 Classic and my bro has a Vulcan S 650. We agree the Vulcan s 650 is faster than it's bigger, heavier, comfy cruiser counterpart in just about every way, but not by much. However it's a cheaper and faster ride so it's all good.
@xelnjare3945
@xelnjare3945 3 жыл бұрын
Not a thing wrong with the Kawi 650s... great bikes!
@casvanmarcel
@casvanmarcel 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a Vulcan S and am very happy about it.
@thewheatharvester9156
@thewheatharvester9156 6 жыл бұрын
Love my Vulcan S. It will run out from under you if you aren’t careful. Mad power!
@Jmeez69
@Jmeez69 3 жыл бұрын
wow this channel has made me realize what a great bike that vulcan 650 is.... I had a z650 so I know from personal experience that it is a fantastic motor and INSANELY reliable.
@hankscally9658
@hankscally9658 4 жыл бұрын
It's an apples/ oranges comparison. The Rocket 3 tourer is rated at 105hp/150ft.lb. of torque. The Rocket 3 Roadster (vintage) is 145hp/145ft.lb. ( the new ones are much more powerful.) The wt to power ratio, as well as the trans gear ratios favored the Kawasaki. The Rocket Roadster would eat it's lunch, and the Rocket tourer is one of the best touring rigs going. 700-1000 mile days are fairly easy with it.
@amamsurri5454
@amamsurri5454 4 жыл бұрын
Vulcan S power-band doesn't even start until 6500. it has a fairly linear torque figure though so that's sweet
@bmfilmnut
@bmfilmnut 4 жыл бұрын
The Rocket III Touring in this video is NOT 800 pounds. If you're going to mention specs, you should get the correct numbers. You owe that to viewers. The early versions were reported to be 869 lbs (wet) but accessories were added to later versions like the one in this video that brought them up to 906 pounds. Those added accessories were the crash bar, sissy bar/passenger backrest, and the running lights. However, this bike has the extra riders backrest so it would weigh even more than 906 pounds. For some reason, most sources of specs for the R3T report the original weight and they often report that the bike is even lighter than the original weight of 869 pounds. I'm not sure where you got a figure of 800 pounds. With this bike, your off by probably 120 pounds or so. One other thing: The R3T in this video must have needed a tune-up or something was wrong because acceleration should have been much greater. A R3T running right will practically rip your arms out of their sockets with it's incredible low-end torque about 155 ft/lbs at 2000 rpm! It has more torque at an idle than most other bikes have full out at their peak torque. I know because have one and I can guarantee you that I could have blown that 650 off the road. Seriously! It leaves just about any bike with the exception of hot sport bikes far in the rear view mirror almost instantly. I couldn't believe how slow acceleration was in this video. Either something was wrong with the bike or the rider was afraid to open up the throttle.
@bullitt79
@bullitt79 2 жыл бұрын
He was letting Sean win for some reason. Or like you say something wrong with the bike. It seemed to me he was lugging it AND holding back throttle.
@MegaRenegade1
@MegaRenegade1 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree, I ride a 2006 Triumph and this toy bike would be left in the dirt. I have smoked sport bikes with mine and they all say they were shocked at how fast the Rocket is! When I say sport bikes of course I’m not talking about liter bikes and bigger.
@jasonlong5292
@jasonlong5292 Жыл бұрын
Nope. I own a Vulcan s and yea it's so much faster than all versions of the rocket tree
@Manutschki
@Manutschki 4 жыл бұрын
Your Vulcan s Videos are the best :)
@mikeno7701
@mikeno7701 6 жыл бұрын
I have had a couple of the 800 Vulcans and a couple 900 Vulcans. Never rode the 650 though. The 800 were nice, you can throw them around more than the 900's. But the 900 had more power. The people I rode with were like Dyna's with 88's and the 900 would run with them all day. But that was a few years ago.
@ronhamilton515
@ronhamilton515 6 жыл бұрын
The Rocket 3 touring is way detuned compared to the Rocket 3 roadster
@martind349
@martind349 6 жыл бұрын
ah
@davealbertsen9387
@davealbertsen9387 5 жыл бұрын
He asks: "What's that tube hangin' off your bike"? I'm thinkin' that he's makin' fun of your leg muscles!
@MOTOBLADE
@MOTOBLADE 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video guys! Keep it up. Love my Vulcan S. Can smoke almost anyone on that baby.
@CaffeineFreak13
@CaffeineFreak13 6 жыл бұрын
MOTOBLADE you have any power mods?
@motomark9736
@motomark9736 5 жыл бұрын
My vts 1800 would leave you so far behind you wouldn't see my tail light
@mattsloop2736
@mattsloop2736 4 жыл бұрын
They should make a touring version of the 650s. Bags small windscreen and cruise.
@fz1rida953
@fz1rida953 2 жыл бұрын
My second bike was a ninja 650 and it was a blast to drive. I miss the sound of that parallel twin it had a full arrow exhaust with a nice rumble to it. Many bikes later and now im runnin a fz1 and theres power for days on that bike but maybe one day i will get another ninja 650.
@jonasamadeolucas1801
@jonasamadeolucas1801 6 жыл бұрын
I have a Vulcan S 2017 and the rocket is a bike that I really think about to buy. That's a very nice comparative, It is clear that is very different bikes but is very interesting to see how the Vulcan S kick so hard. I really would like to see a comparative of the Vulcan S and the Ninja 650... There is no video about it and is surprising because it would be very interesting in my opinion. It is clear that the Ninja will be faster but I would like to know how much, and how is the gear behavior difference, etc... Thanks for the video! Drive safe and have fun.
@bgmotobang2870
@bgmotobang2870 6 жыл бұрын
The Touring is 20 less HP and way heavier then the Roadster, try that with a Roadster.
@joparsons20
@joparsons20 6 жыл бұрын
actually its like 40 less horsepower
@sugarnads
@sugarnads 4 жыл бұрын
So? The vulcan has 60bhp. The triumph has nearly 3 times that.
@mattsloop2736
@mattsloop2736 4 жыл бұрын
Be the same results
@seanbutler2291
@seanbutler2291 4 жыл бұрын
@@sugarnads more like 20-30 more hp and almost literally double the weight. Yeah it matters. A lot
@seanbutler2291
@seanbutler2291 4 жыл бұрын
@@mattsloop2736 😂🤣😂🤣😂 naw naw naw. Jus wow no. The roadster version does 11s the vulcan high 12s low 13s. Look it up. thats like equivalent to saying a stock mid 2000s mustang gt can beat a dodge hellcat.
@shoomapador5043
@shoomapador5043 5 жыл бұрын
DANMOTO! It's a new word I learned watching AWESOME Kaw videos.
@freemaysin5088
@freemaysin5088 5 жыл бұрын
Honestly out of all the cruisers i've ever been on, its between the new FXDR, a Diavel, or the Vulcan S for the best handling/performance. I liked the Vulcan S more than the vulcan 900 or w/e it was called.
@alanwareham7391
@alanwareham7391 4 жыл бұрын
The looks and build quality is far better on the Vn900 classic than the S , if you don’t believe me just put them side by side and compare them .I went to the showroom to part exchange my 900 but ended up taking her back home
@kriskeller2099
@kriskeller2099 5 жыл бұрын
Bro love the drone view of your ride
@robertp34
@robertp34 6 жыл бұрын
loving the drone shots!
@roarkshsha
@roarkshsha 6 жыл бұрын
A much needed video. Thanks
@davisasantos6739
@davisasantos6739 6 жыл бұрын
The difference is the rotation that will decide in the future which bike will last longer (more rotation, clear to more power per cubic inches, equals more heat and friction). For a small engine to be able to compete with a large one in terms of performance it has to have lower crank stroke, higher compression ratio, higher degree of command, and thus a higher number of combustions. Of course, if you can keep your rpm low on a smaller-displacement motorcycle, it will be economical, but when you accelerate and even ride a 600cc bike needs twice as much rpm as a 1200cc motorcycle, you will in most cases be consuming the same thing as the big bike. Nothing against small motorcycles, they are usually easy to drive.
@alexduey7868
@alexduey7868 4 жыл бұрын
Went to the a motorcycle show the other day and got to sit on bikes of all makes and kinds I couldn't believe how much nicer and cheaper the kawi cruisers were compared to all the other cruisers including Harley. But they are obviously targeting very demographics.
@mikeydvd1
@mikeydvd1 6 жыл бұрын
Would love to win a bike. Finally be back on the road with the wind in my face. Wooooohhhgooooooo. Love the Vulcan S
@Batten-jc6ws
@Batten-jc6ws 6 жыл бұрын
There's no doubt that the 650 is the quicker bike and its a great "around town" machine. However, the R3T is obviously meant for touring. Great videos...keep 'em coming!
@dmartyair
@dmartyair 6 жыл бұрын
Don't know if I'm buying this comparison. I think caleb was holding back! Maybe do another video with riders switch!! Then I'll believe what I saw! Lol
@MrSnakekaplan
@MrSnakekaplan 6 жыл бұрын
Nah, the Vulcan is just really fast.
@rds4629
@rds4629 4 жыл бұрын
there was a vid comparing the rebel 500 to Vulcan... and pretty much whichever bike Caleb was on fell behind.
@alexduey7868
@alexduey7868 4 жыл бұрын
my ninja 250 smokes my buddies harley
@TheSamuraiRonin
@TheSamuraiRonin 4 жыл бұрын
Well you can't make the boss look bad, so... Caleb is a politician 😅👍🏻
@nightxiv9329
@nightxiv9329 3 жыл бұрын
I owned one and it was SO MUCH FUN every day too my to work on a Vulcan s. Problem is I’m in the market for a new one, but I want something faster…but what cruiser than a Vulcan
@kenspix
@kenspix 5 жыл бұрын
Great video, love your comparisons!
@joeflemmington1912
@joeflemmington1912 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 yaris 5MT, and it's engine size is freaking 1 liter less than that *motorcycle!* That thing is designed for 2 people max, and is 1/3 the weight of the yaris, yet has an engine so huge. Crazy.
@gregsepicadventures
@gregsepicadventures 4 жыл бұрын
I'm convinced. After my move back to California in a few months I'll be trading in my Honda Shadow RS for a Vulcan S.
@thomasswihart85
@thomasswihart85 4 жыл бұрын
I'm turning in my Vulcan 1500 I think also
@guambra2001
@guambra2001 6 жыл бұрын
I just bought my wife a 2016 Vulcan S, and it’s such a cool little bike. So nimble and quick for its engine size. I ride a 2017 Ninja 1000 but I can certainly see the appeal of the Vulcan.
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
Yup, the little Vulcan might be the best cruiser around for hitting the twisties short of a Diavel/X Diavel. I have a Versys 650 and it is an amazingly nimble bike, just needs a bit more power at highway speeds.
@jeffreylavergne3090
@jeffreylavergne3090 5 жыл бұрын
Take it up against a HD xr1200x it will be super close !! The xr is heavier but it's very close to the same kind of bike that the Vulcan is ... a racing cruiser.... You have to do it!!!
@klxboyuk
@klxboyuk 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Shaun/Caleb! Awesome video! What mic set up are you using and do you use an external recorder? Im really struggling with my mic set up! Im using a gopro hero 4 black with a sena 20s mic. The wind is crazy grrr! It would be AWESOME if you could give me the heads up. Cheers guys - Ride on!!
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
dont use the mic from the sena unit. just drill a hole in the side f the plastic housing of your go pro and use the mic converter cable and strategically place a sony mic in your helmet with some black foamy stuff or a dead cat around it
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
firsted my own video
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
ah dang i was second
@travisj2370
@travisj2370 6 жыл бұрын
the vulcan s is actualy restricted so if you look up removeing vulcan s restrictions theirs a aussie lady that removes the screw blocking the throttle cable and a plug that sends a rule to the bike to not go over a certain power and stuff they are both super easy to take out and apparently make the bike a hell of alot faster and when you go to sell the bike just put them back on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYionXqmeNVkbLc
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
thats amazing thanks
@sparklygames71
@sparklygames71 6 жыл бұрын
@@BikesandBeards no problem
@tatekellum8620
@tatekellum8620 6 жыл бұрын
@@BikesandBeards this comment sparked an interest, so naturally I had to do more research. The vulcan s, from what I can find, is restricted in Australia due to a stricter law on the power output of motorcycle. This doesn't apply to the U.S. bikes. Keep up the great content. Your videos helped me in choosing my first bike. 🖒
@user-cq1ol6bw3o
@user-cq1ol6bw3o 6 жыл бұрын
Nice drone shots!
@connoratchley2438
@connoratchley2438 6 жыл бұрын
That Vulcan looks sick
@aronaron7564
@aronaron7564 6 жыл бұрын
I own a 1500 Vulcan and a rocket roadster there is no comparison my rocket is amazing when I get the Vulcan out now if feels like I'm riding a moped compared to the rocket
@MrDominiopublico001
@MrDominiopublico001 6 жыл бұрын
Ainda compro uma Vulcan aqui no Brasil ! Saõ Lindas e muito potentes! motor da Versys, 650 Muito confiável! minha moto Boulevard 1800 (M109r) , vou trocar minha 2 moto Tenere 250 por essa Vulcan Acho linda a ROcket 3 ! Regards From Brazil Nice Video Like!!
@melvininf9276
@melvininf9276 6 жыл бұрын
He's riding the rocket 3 the touring model it's been detuned big time!!
@timafranco1
@timafranco1 3 жыл бұрын
Is this for real? I mean, I've seen videos of the Triumph rocket where it does 0-60 in under 3 seconds and does 0-120 in under 10 seconds. I'm sorry but I'm calling BS on this comparison.
@MrButtons252
@MrButtons252 3 жыл бұрын
I would agree that the rocket should win, but i would expect them to be really close. The rocket 3 roadster I believe is the faster trim level, no way they are doing 0-120 under 10 seconds without carpenter heads,cam package and a good rider. Vulcan is about half the weight, with half the power...
@timafranco1
@timafranco1 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrButtons252 You've got to be joking. The Vulcan S does around 14.5 seconds to 100 mph... No way would it be even remotely close to the rocket.
@timafranco1
@timafranco1 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrButtons252 In fact, have a look: Vulcan S acceleration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emiymKl8fdSYj9U Triumph rocket acceleration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioq1gmCDoMqGjNU
@MrButtons252
@MrButtons252 3 жыл бұрын
@@timafranco1 cycleworld mag has it at 13.1 and ive seen it in the 12s. I would expect a rocket 3 classic / touring to be in the low 12s at 110mph
@stanleyshedd2643
@stanleyshedd2643 3 жыл бұрын
I own a rocket 3. Obviously this guy isn't gasing on that thing. That rocket will smoke the Vulcan in any gear.
@pulgas_ph
@pulgas_ph Жыл бұрын
I ride a Vulcan S 650. It behaves like a cruiser at 4000 rpm and transforms into a sports bike at 6000 rpm and above!
@paulh6101
@paulh6101 6 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed my Vulcan 650 S. I just needed more power, graduated to a Yamaha stryker.
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
Needs more power at highway speeds, the Vulcan S will smoke most cruisers in town and in the twisties. I have a Versys 650 which is the same motor on a somewhat lighter bike and it is quick around town, but is quite a bit slower at 80+, and gets smoked in a straight line by any proper 600+cc super sport or naked bike. The Versys is a beast in the twisties though, rides like a big super moto.
@blipco5
@blipco5 6 жыл бұрын
The V Rod would smoke the 650. I'm no Harley guy but I've ridden one. The V Rod is quick. It's downsides are the weight and stupid seating ergos. The V Rod motor is actually a nice unit for a V twin.
@YouMotorcycle
@YouMotorcycle 6 жыл бұрын
You should look at a 2006 V-Rod Night Rod. Still has the 180 rear tire / smaller frame, so it's lighter. Also has mid pegs. Handles really nice.
@blipco5
@blipco5 6 жыл бұрын
YouMC....The one I rode was an earlier model. A 2002 I think. The Mid peg model is a nice bike.
@cceynar94
@cceynar94 6 жыл бұрын
a vtx1800 would dust both of these too
@YouMotorcycle
@YouMotorcycle 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, but then you'd be on an 1800cc Honda... lame.
@cceynar94
@cceynar94 6 жыл бұрын
YouMotorcycle 😂😂😂😂😂
@walfflingaround
@walfflingaround 6 жыл бұрын
yo when did you get jonah hill in one of your videos?
@connorsmith7804
@connorsmith7804 4 жыл бұрын
Massively under rated comment 😂😂😂
@Fatyaqui
@Fatyaqui 6 жыл бұрын
You should do a Ninja vs Vulcan. A 650 battle. Sibling rivalry.
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
Throw the Z and Versys in for variety.
@FlightStyle
@FlightStyle 6 жыл бұрын
Buddy rides a Ninja 650. our runs from a stoplight (0-70) are dead even.
@danielhristov6175
@danielhristov6175 2 жыл бұрын
Hey what is the name of your gloves????
@theeddiechew
@theeddiechew 6 жыл бұрын
Nice down shift rev matching technique
@knheru1407
@knheru1407 4 жыл бұрын
the road looks nice
@turboboy0
@turboboy0 Жыл бұрын
I’m all about the ninja. Love my zx14r.
@sathishrao7926
@sathishrao7926 5 жыл бұрын
I live in India and ride a Vulcan S - almost solo !!
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 5 жыл бұрын
Sweet
@tommalcolm3865
@tommalcolm3865 5 жыл бұрын
So I'm supposed to believe that a vulcan 650 (4.2 0-60, 13.2 1/4 mile) is faster than a rocket 3 (3.5 0-60, 11.2 1/4 mile) I'd try a third party rider who isnt afraid to open the throttle and send him down the drag strip and so which gets the better time
@alectucker7815
@alectucker7815 5 жыл бұрын
like many people in the comments have said, its a Rocket 3 Touring version (40 less horsepower than the Rocket 3 Roadster version). Everyone is disappointed by its performance because it is a detuned model.
@JimBalder
@JimBalder 6 жыл бұрын
This is a Rocket III Touring and that is totally different compared to the Rocket Roadster as far as I know. The Touring has been designed as the given name suggests. The Roadster is a real muscle bike and I wonder if the Kawa can hold on to the Roadster.
@eugenebarron692
@eugenebarron692 6 ай бұрын
Gotta allow a little for the shield that’s acting as a parachute lol.
@TheDor311
@TheDor311 4 жыл бұрын
I still don’t get how a 600cc sport bike will walk all over a 2300cc cruiser. Like wtf they thinking when making these bikes ....
@ordinaryjoe4143
@ordinaryjoe4143 3 жыл бұрын
Because typically people who buy cruisers are 40 year old men who have never rode a bike and they think they are a "real bike". And the cruiser manufacturers are robbing them.
@MrAlexjames94
@MrAlexjames94 6 жыл бұрын
so im 6'2 and lets call is 300lbs, would i be happy with a vulcan for a first bike?
@michaelerik5767
@michaelerik5767 5 жыл бұрын
MrAlexjames94 6’5” 230 love it.
@docjtube5916
@docjtube5916 3 жыл бұрын
6”4 and 260 and it’s just fine
@KBBF3
@KBBF3 6 жыл бұрын
Is that Vulcan really that fast? It's making the R3 look like a scooter. I have one, and I smoke everything between 0-60 mph.
@jamesjammiejam
@jamesjammiejam 5 жыл бұрын
The vulcan is roughly 498 lbs and has a average 60mph in 4.2. With some upgrades and experience it's just crazy but you're not gonna pull 150mph anytime soon
@patrickdionne2333
@patrickdionne2333 3 жыл бұрын
I would like to see it square off against the last generation Honda Magna 750.
@javedfazil6686
@javedfazil6686 4 жыл бұрын
people here are saying things like rocket tourer is too detuned. bla bla bla. guys whatever look at the displacement difference. a detuned usually is for lowering the horse power for gaining torque at lower end. the rocket is way bigger machine. it should not have been beaten by so much smaller machine
@68weebee
@68weebee 6 жыл бұрын
You guys are great ☺Need Ben to take a bike out with you all and ride and cut up with the 3 of you.
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
Get Lindsey out there too if she is still around
@chrismoody1342
@chrismoody1342 4 жыл бұрын
So where is the Rocket? Still on the launch pad.
@itarry4
@itarry4 3 жыл бұрын
Enough power to wheelie.... On a 650! Easily kids wheelie 125s and Moto3 bikes look easy to power wheelie so.
@Teletha
@Teletha 4 жыл бұрын
do another one with rocket 3 2020 version
@dixienormous3262
@dixienormous3262 6 жыл бұрын
For the record, the Rocket Touring is tuned much slower and differently than the Rocket 3 Classic Cruiser. Its way slower.
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
Lab Insight yes your right the rocket tour is a lot less power than the rocket roadster. About 40hp less
@dixienormous3262
@dixienormous3262 6 жыл бұрын
You had another Rocket 3 back in the summer against the Valkyrie I believe. Now that was kick ass.
@natmcag7781
@natmcag7781 Жыл бұрын
personally i like what they have done with the vulcan but im just not a big fan of how it looks
@myflex6918
@myflex6918 6 жыл бұрын
the landscape looks beautiful!
@longrider692001
@longrider692001 6 жыл бұрын
do a shootout of 650s vs say... a M109, a Raider, or a Vrod ;-)
@BikesandBeards
@BikesandBeards 6 жыл бұрын
Greg Thompson great idea or a Vtx 1800 or a Valkyrie. We need to take that bike up against the other big dogs
@joparsons20
@joparsons20 6 жыл бұрын
indian scout
@usMarinecuv902
@usMarinecuv902 6 жыл бұрын
Bikes and Beards YES. A vtx 1800
@cceynar94
@cceynar94 6 жыл бұрын
Bikes and Beards if you're in Houston Texas area I have a VTX 1800
@blockeduser5769
@blockeduser5769 6 жыл бұрын
It would be good to see it against a fz07 and a bolt
@faheemraqib1035
@faheemraqib1035 4 жыл бұрын
That joke at the end caught me of guard “this guy is going so slow he ruining my life haha pretty funny
@richardbrooks9568
@richardbrooks9568 4 жыл бұрын
Could the Vulcan S keep up with the m109?
@HumGuitar
@HumGuitar 6 жыл бұрын
Would you have to try hard to do a wheelie on the Vulcan? I don't want a bike that is going to pop a wheelie when I'm just trying to excelerate fast. I don't want something that is going to jump out from under me.
@chasdgreen
@chasdgreen 6 жыл бұрын
Mine doesn't even go light on the front end under acceleration. I've seen videos of the Vulcan S with the front wheel in the air, bit I don't think you'll ever do it accidentally.
@Zoldengunner
@Zoldengunner 4 жыл бұрын
i wish the vulcan looked better, i'm looking for a small to medium crusier and even knowing that the vulcan is the best, im never getting one because i looks like it doesnt know what type of bike it is.
@Outside_doingstuff
@Outside_doingstuff 3 жыл бұрын
you have to drop a gear to you have to drop a gear or two. Should’ve been Full throttle in second
@ZombieKiller789
@ZombieKiller789 4 жыл бұрын
is that restricted or derestricted
@ChaohsiangChen
@ChaohsiangChen 6 жыл бұрын
Vulcan S vs Vaquero. Who would win?
@TheSamuraiRonin
@TheSamuraiRonin 4 жыл бұрын
Vaq no doubts. Huge torque from the big 1700
@68weebee
@68weebee 6 жыл бұрын
Best Kept Secret is a song Skillet did.
@braydenbeauchesne7495
@braydenbeauchesne7495 9 ай бұрын
Would love to see a wheelie on this as that would be sweet
@rclines001
@rclines001 4 жыл бұрын
lol at all the people trying to make excuses for the rocket. The Vulcan is really just that good.
@damianpeter80
@damianpeter80 6 жыл бұрын
Hey my 2015 Vulcan s fell over from the storm and when I went to start it nothing happens could you tell me what could be wrong
@mikealll600
@mikealll600 4 жыл бұрын
Its 2020. Did you ever find out what was wrong with it?
@brenton2561
@brenton2561 3 жыл бұрын
Kickstand sensor?
@_Bishopton
@_Bishopton 4 жыл бұрын
Hate when people "hold back". I'm coming here for info. Lol
@joshuadibble8492
@joshuadibble8492 6 жыл бұрын
650cc vs a big boy that's awesome
@TbM_M3ThOd
@TbM_M3ThOd 3 жыл бұрын
Vulcan s is a quick bike man
@mrvwbug4423
@mrvwbug4423 6 жыл бұрын
I suspect at highway speeds the Triumph will pull away from the Vulcan quickly. The Vulcan is geared really low, and the Rocket is geared tall AF.
@carlmatthews5559
@carlmatthews5559 Жыл бұрын
Vs turbo road king?
@aravindaravind1379
@aravindaravind1379 6 жыл бұрын
Pls.tell me the location...I beg u
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