2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic LT review: srkcycles.com

[@stevecoombs5373]

Had Harley's since I was 18yrs old and I'm 64. Got my 2009 classic 2000 last year and I love it !!!! I was never a chrome guy but this bike is beautiful to look at.the quality of paint and workmanship. It is a HUGE piece of art.then there's the performance!!! I'm a big guy but this bike pulls like nothing I've ever ridden.i also want to say how much I enjoy your videos, thank you

[@thomasriggs4468]

Thinking about getting one now

[@yournightmare9999]

BETTER THAN OVERPRICED HARLEY 😁

[@rojc5824]

All time.

[@williampoff3096]

That falls ( as we say in the south) under O.........For "Opinion" Bless your heart 😁

[@jetstream454]

@@williampoff3096 Engineering isn't an opinion 😁 But one's preference is, of course, personal.

[@MtHighMtHigh]

@@jetstream454 👏🏽🍻

[@robdonell9915]

Say it

[@steveboney4937]

I bought a 2009 Vulcan Lt I believe it was the last year they were made. I’m 5’ 8 and my tip toes just touched the ground. Immediately you could tell that if you’re balance got off your groin would pay for it. Very fun and strong running bike, I’ve had a lot of motorcycles but this one was the mountain. I climbed it and I got something more manageable for a old man. Love your videos keep it up man.and remember it’s not what you are riding it’s where you haven’t been.

[@luisloya1120]

Actually the last yr was 2010.

[@chevyman273]

Love mine. I will never sell it because there is nothing like it and they don't make them anymore. Such a powerful machine and well balanced for a big bike. Love it!

[@asbrand]

I've had my 2008 Vulcan 2000 Classic LT (just like the one in this video...even same colour scheme) for about a year now. Traded my Vulcan 900 LT for it. With that 2053cc / 125ci engine, putting out about 103hp (I have stock tuner, pipes, etc.), and 141fp of torque...I eat nearly every Hardley on the road for breakfast. :) And it is carrying my 6'2" 350# fat arse on it. Sadly, they stopped making it in 2012. Because of not enough sales. Why? Too big, too fast, too much torque. :)

[@68bigsac]

My stock 07 2000 dyno'd out at 154 HP. Your machine may really have a bit more than you're guessing. The only mod I have is a slightly bigger final drive pulley for lower HWY RPM's. A great addition I might say. Safe riding friend.

[@Stoney-Lawson]

Harley isn't about the speed bud.. it's a lifestyle.

[@mjsmith8641]

They stopped making them in 2010

[@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641]

@@Stoney-Lawson Harley lifestyle is about tassels and arseless chap's . Whatever makes you happy.

[@Stoney-Lawson]

@@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641 you can keep fooling yourself to think that that

[@68bigsac]

I have the 07 2000 LTD Classic. It is a HUGE machine. It actually does smoke virtually all Hardleys. Even with $4500 worth of Screaming Eagle mods, I easily walk away from 99% of the Hardleys on the road. Mine tends to shift a bit harder than this one. Yes the bike is nimble for it's massive size, but the low slung floorboards and exhaust tend to drag at any real speed in turns. I am 6'4" and weigh 225#. My wife is 6' and about 185. Doubled up on this bike is like it's empty. NEVER a lack of pure, raw torque. Just twist a little more throttle and this beast roars to life. NOTE: I did 5500 solo miles last summer.Spokane, WA to Phoenix, AZ by way of Red Lodge, MT and Vegas. The Mustang seat feels great when you sit on it for about 7 1/2 minutes. After that, this is a pure torture machine. (tongue in cheek) In all seriousness, the bike is not comfortable on longer tours. My Super Tenere is WAY more comfortable to ride long haul. Highway pegs help quite a bit. All in all, I am proud to roll up on this monster of a machine. BTW, I believe this machine was/is the largest V-twin ever fitted to a production cycle. Same with the rear tire and it's dry weight. (closer to 996 without fuel.)

[@robclasen8158]

I owned a 2004 Vulcan 2000, I put 104,000 miles on it in 7 years and it was a BEAST. Anvil tough and really comfortable.If you’re not at least 6 ft it’s probably not for you. It is a massive bike.

[@parhammotorsports6125]

I'm 5.10 and it's so easy. Not hard to ride at all. And yes very comfortable

[@robclasen8158]

@@parhammotorsports6125 I’m glad it’s working for you.

[@TheDemonking23]

My father has a 2000cc Vulcan classic with cobra pipes, it shakes the neighbor hood lol..

[@LizardsUnleashed]

lucas harten Agreed and same, those cobra pipes are just nuts

[@febryantimarito205]

wow...dream come true if i have this bike at my home

[@SaltyPirate71]

"Neighbor hood" lmfao

[@MRGRIMMREAPER1]

@lucashartem I have Cobra Drags(baffles out ;) on my Vulcan 1500 Classic FI...most of my Harley friends are jealous, because my bike sounds far better than theirs!! lol

[@parhammotorsports6125]

​@MRGRIMMREAPER1 I got Vance hance long shots on my 1500 fi and it's louder than any harley in the area. I've been next to thousands of them. No clue why that engine can make so much noise with just 65 hp. As for sound I love it. But some of those bikes are very deep and it sounds better. But I rather be louder.

[@bluegoose6913]

You respect a VN2000. Gloves, pants and leather above the ankle are the proper attire for this and “ALL” motorcycle riders. Trust Me!

[@CountryHouseGent]

That engine is a work of art and BIG !!! The rest of the bike is pretty sweet as well. :) Liking the new route.

[@Srkcycles]

thanks

[@joedoole3527]

Those Vulcans are beasts of cruisers! 125 CI/2053cc of 52* Vtwin monster. 103mm Bore forged Pistons, huge for a Vtwin. Also unique in the sense that only the top end is liquid cooled and the bottom half of the cylinders are air cooled. There was a 2006 in the shop when I was getting my Shadow on the dyno and the Vulcan made like 110 HP and 130 TQ at the wheel with just pipes and ecu tuning. It is a heavy bike, but still the 850lbs or so isn't a lot for that kind of power and it still gets up and goes. The thing will outrun Harley's Vrod or the cult classic Flat 6 cyl Honda cruisers with ease and a good rider on a well tuned Vulcan 2k can give most 600cc Sport bikes a half decent run in the acceleration department.

[@boreed5734]

Not really, this Kawasaki 2000 will not beat a V-rod or Valkyrie with ease unless someone's grandmother is driving them.

[@coltwinchester6124]

I had a choice of the 2000 cc, and the 1700 Nomad. Got the 1700. More then enough power. Not quite as heavy. Never regretted buying the 1700.

[@lanjelin]

Oh for crying out loud... I went off and bought my first, Kawasaki VN900 thanks to you. But after a year of riding it I crave for something more and now I see that VN2000 even exist? It looks and sounds as the most badass m...f... bike ever! Battling with my thoughts to try one out... just 3h ride from my home :D My wife will kill me...

[@luishernandez503]

I was on that same boat I had a VN900 and was whipping it like a scooter. Sold it and got a 2010 kawasaki zx6r. Now I'm looking to trade it for a 2000. Love the speed of the sport bike but miss the comfort of a big cruiser

[@ronrobertson59]

I was looking at a 2008 Vulcan 2000 FB marketplace with 32K on it for $4.000.00 for a friend. That's a good thing about Japanese bikes they have poor resale value and you can get a deal on a used one unlike Harley Davidson. I had four Harley Davidson motorcycles and a 46 indian chief. I sold both my twin cams for more than I paid for them when I bought them as used bikes.

[@georgec2126]

One very nice machine, particularly those dead straight pipes and the screen. As big as I'd want-a Boss Hoss is just overkill to me. I've never been much into enormous speed-all I want is something I can sit on for hours on end. 😎👍 All the best from north-east England!

[@michaelb.42112]

" I wish i was there in the meeting. " That is one of the most romantic statements as far as histoey goes. Imagine being a fly on the wall to some of the most successful and failures go.

[@rs-xr3ty]

I used to ride a tough lil Vulcan 600. Then a Street Bob , now a Road King.. I love the RK but always been a fan of the Kawasaki and that bike looks beastly and beautiful

[@jambutty2218]

Can’t believe the size of motorbike engines. After seeing the endless straight roads over there. It certainly explains the different motorsports of our continents. If I lived out there I would be looking into land to build twisty roads. Or preferably running parallel to the straight ones.

[@thepoormechanic]

Old video but just got a 06 this year its my first road legal bike and damn im a rider for life now ilve it

[@davidrockey6695]

I picked up a VN2K a couple years back. They have quite a few quirks, lack aftermarket support, very top heavy, etc etc. But, whatever. The bike is awesome. I love it and will never get rid of it.

[@Johnclark300]

That bike by it self could cause Harley Davidson to close their doors

[@Jonasdevenport858]

Too bad Kawasaki didn’t capitalize on the market over 100 years ago or maybe they would hold a majority of the market...

[@68weebee]

I love how you ended this video with the cross! You are the #1 motorcycle video maker.

[@ironcast]

I demo rode one once and was quite impressed with the bike. Although quite heavy I was able to ride through twisties at a relatively brisk pace even with a passenger on board with me.

[@paulstaring9248]

That's one big beautiful bike. Got love those big Kawasaki bike. Wish I hade it to go with my 1600 mean streak then would have the two beast big kaws

[@tooge47]

Been riding my 2007 since new, LOVE it !!! ONLY complaint: eats rear tires, LOL.................awesome machine, get you one.

[@theone2be33]

Eats rear tires? Might wanna check your tire pressures all the time. Is what i do.

[@Group_Anonymous]

Switch to a harder compound

[@one959]

Dark side it.

[@tooge47]

@@one959 no thank you

[@HemiLyfestyle]

holy moly that's a huge engine lol

[@evanlanginais]

thats actually a bike i though about getting so the video was a big help. right now im on a custom vstar. with the engine bored to a 1200. it has alot of hours power but man my right hand just ant happy yett.

[@willmann30]

BLAAP BLAAP BLAAP..Feel that BIG OLE BIKE 💪💪👍👍

[@javonharris8257]

How do u get one of these blacked out? Never really a chrome guy

[@jessefoster7986]

My dad just got a 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 and he's wondering what you think about Vance Hines we have stock exhaust and homemade exhaust

[@68bigsac]

I have an 07. The 2000 is corked a little from the factory. Pipes should be the first performance mod. (you'll need to have the fuel inj/fuel mapping adjusted with a new pipe) An intake charger should be next. If you re-jet the fuel inj., hang on tight. The bike will see a significant increase in power. Just remember, it won't stop any faster than it does now, despite it's awesome brakes. God bless and safe riding.

[@martycech5844]

@@68bigsac ... good point about “It won’t stop any faster than it does now!”

[@johnt9640]

Have 06 blue silver Ltd, had it 11 years and I'm 140lbs 64 yrs old. Its a true Cadillac.

[@claudiupopescu50]

I have a 2008 Classic VN2000 - love it! Also love what you do, Sean! Keep up the good work! Watching ur videos every day 👍

[@Srkcycles]

thank you sir

[@craigpennington1251]

Too bad Kawasaki stopped production. This model could've been a super machine with moderate improvements.

[@trevord3728]

What I heard was Kawasaki couldn't make the big engine meet the upcoming emissions. Upcoming meaning since the end of production.

[@craigpennington1251]

@@trevord3728 Federal Emissions They can stick that where the sun don't shine side ways with burs on.

[@mjsmith8641]

They didn't sell enough #period

[@Tyler2Wheel]

just picked up a blue 2004 Vulcan 2000, put 170 miles on it so far, lots of pulling power in any gear, sounds great and looks great

[@freddavis2161]

I thought this was a good route! Good scenery, curves, and a couple places to get on the throttle. Nice job

[@Srkcycles]

thanks i like it also

[@донБольшой]

stereo on the bike,cup holder,windsheild..you're living hard! ":))

[@TJohnston]

I love my 2006 VN2000 Vulcan Classic and their 2053cc, 125ci massive honking engine!

[@doylee469]

Man the new route is killin my vibes, the old spot was the best lolol way too many cars now

[@doylee469]

I also test drove the vulcan 2000 and it was a dog, not that quick at all... My yamaha raider would make short work of it. However i drove the vulcan 2000, not the classic.. Same motor different tune.. Still lacked umph haha nice vid man, love this shyt

[@Srkcycles]

im working on it, but thanks for the feed back

[@68weebee]

+Srkcycles My old school friend has a VTX1800. He loves it. Honda makes good bikes.

[@Srkcycles]

yeah they are fun

[@whoispriest]

yes they do the Honda shadow, spirit aero line, from 97 to 2008 still hold a ton of value, because they just don't die if you maintain them, no reason to replace it. Ime about to sell my first bike shadow 2001 750 sprit, put 26k KM on it in 5 months, amazing bike.

[@vopy48]

C'mon it's NOT really a 2000 cc bike! :-| ...but 2053 right right. ;-) :-)

[@robdonell9915]

About how fast are you riding it ?

[@RobertBrumley60]

Eats Harley's for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

[@Srkcycles]

+Robert Brumley lol that bike is a beast

[@68bigsac]

Yes it does. And I've never even reached the rev limiter. LOL

[@drifterawh]

Its all about Harleys ?

[@j.moto3435]

Amen, amen, and amen!

[@MOUSEBOWEN]

Robert Brumley Harley’s are way way overpriced. I just found a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 for $3000 OBO Dollars just now with 11k miles. I’m on my way to take a look. Looks beautiful I’m just worry because I’m 5’4 or 5’5 yes I’m short I have been riding bikes since I was 12 years old and I’m 43 now . So I have the riding experience but not the height and this is a huge bike according to the pictures and videos

[@killerrush77]

is this good for a first bike? 40 year old, 6'2" 170 #'s.......

[@williampeterson8403]

I love my vulcan 2000 will be real hard to find something i like better

[@anarchist-_-6962]

Hey looking to buy one of these its a 07. I live in wv so how easy are they to run on 2 lanes with a lot of curves? How's the driver fatigue

[@robdonell9915]

How many years in production ?

[@mattsloop2736]

Does it have cruise? Would it be good for 2up on longer trips than just around town?

[@shameless6963]

That's hilarious. In the meeting "yeah, yeah, we're doing this". Doesn't sound the least bit Japanese. LOL

[@vegadealer]

What pipes , intake , and fuel management did that bike have?

[@dalecarpenter8828]

Is there a big tent in the tank from the cup holder !

[@samppi7432]

would this be a good bike for me? Im 6.9 feet.

[@batman1989keaton]

I sat on one in a dealer back when they sold them. I'm just a little short for that bad boy! Was pretty heavy too.

[@unclegosporchtime5401]

As someone who works on a lot of bikes, what Jack do you recommend...?

[@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641]

What possesses a man to dangle tassels of the handle bars ?????

They were invented by Harley as their first speedometer ,when they hang down you are stopped ,and when they are pointing towards the back of the bike you are doing 30 mph ,if it where my bike I would rip them off right away

[@philmanwarren3666]

Hey I asked you before so I’m asking agin what would the shift points on a 1500 would be

[@lovefamily5931]

You guys should do a video on the difference between the Vulcan 2000 V-Twin motor vs Harley-Davidson v-twin motors is both engines look very similar

[@tommybrown4191]

I can feel the low end rumble of that engine coming through my car speakers.

[@RONALD511]

Great Video as usual Shawn

[@davudmma]

Hey Sean, do you still selling these motorycles? You seems like very good guy and i was wondering can you sell me Vulcan 2000 to Europe?

Кому понадобилось устанавливать респеги на вулкан 2000? Кому-то ростом 2+ метра?

[@ironcast]

It sounds gorgeous

[@rahulrane1658]

Hi, does this have ABS?

[@robideals685]

He was only able to tickle this motor in throughout the whole video. Man what a bike!!

[@joeljames2307]

Love this bike. Been thinking about one of these or the VTX1800. How would you compare the two?

[@68bigsac]

The VTX will be a smoother machine to ride. The Vulcan will beat it out speed wise, but the Honda is much more comfy. The Vulcan comes from the factory fully dressed out. Thats a lot of nuts and bolts. They need to be checked/tightened often. Either of these great metric cruisers would be a great machine to tour on.

[@robclasen8158]

The Vulcan is way more comfy than the VTX and the Vulcan gets way better gas mileage.

[@combustablelemons8988]

Power wise the vn2000 inches past the vtx1800 but the 1800 is a hair more comfortable. Both of them are comfy monsters though

[@HerreraCam]

Dammit, man. Can't find these Vulcan 2000s anymore.

[@clgoose1646]

You must love your job!

[@yuvbaj]

Is that vibrates too much like Vulcan 900 or less on high speed and top speed please.

[@Srkcycles]

Its probably smoother at the higher speeds than the 900, but not by much, and I never had the chance to top it out, but it will cruise effortlessly at 10 or 15 above any US highway speed limit

[@smokehouse20032000]

is this still for sale ?

[@aaronvanmeter7211]

This thins sounds much better than my 05 Kawasaki Vulcan mean streak with cobra pipes

[@kennethvick]

Looking at the 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic 900. thanks for your review. kenn - nyc

[@johnderekmitchell1510]

kenneth vick dude I hope you got that 900. I love mine and so do a few of my buddies. Before we lost one there were 4 of us on 9s. For exhaust I would suggest a 2 into 1 set-up. A Cobra 2000 tuner(easier than my buddies V&H) and Cobra also makes a Cold Air intake. I built my own intake and wish I had known how good the 2-1 sounds and makes better power before I got my pipes. One more thing, the 9s like to Rev. More than any other V-twin, short of a Duck, I have ever been around.

[@theone2be33]

Hope you bought one! There's tons of aftermarket products for them.

[@veselinrakov7720]

Make a video on suzuki C109R !

[@johnelledge6574]

Anyone else smile like a child when u gave er the beans!?

[@robpond7385]

do you sell to canada

[@AceJones-li6rd]

Srk cycles. Do a video. On a Vulcan 2000 vs Yamaha raider 1900. I want to see that

[@philmanwarren3666]

What’s the weight ?

[@saxtx09]

Was thinking about a Yamaha Raider 1900 but after seeing this I’m open to rethinking my decision. Anyone have any thoughts or experience with both?

[@markchimmy]

The yamaha Raider: 113 cubic inches of Awasom. Watch on you tube hopefully this will help you make a decision if you haven't made one yet,guy talks a lot about it and what to kind of expect and what the experience is like riding it. I myself am undecided which one to choose lol. I wish I could have both since they're both amazing machines so you're not the only one. Hopefully this will help you! Good luck and be safe out there riding!

[@chrisb2177]

Love mine 2 ooo !! Like a big Cadillac . 2053 cc .

[@ashten92]

do you know what fuel controler that had,the maping was spot on,just put a pipe on mine and it pops on decel.great video,thanks in advance SRK cycles.

[@Srkcycles]

im sorry i dont

[@joedoole3527]

Popping on decel is caused by it running lean, just need a little more fuel on Decel to eliminate that. What fuel tuner are you using now?

[@ashten92]

none,I do have the air injection blocked off which helped,I'm going to get the cobra fuel controler.

[@FlipFlopandFly]

Is this Bike still for sale? And do you ship?

[@wolfharley2634]

Had the chance to even swap my 02 heritage for an 06 vn 2000,brand new in 06, dint do it , but now older wiser . have the 08 like in video, never go back..

[@brownie2917]

Can’t find these anywhere need one

[@vegadealer]

What was the 0 to 60 time on this vulcan 2k?

[@Gomcio]

4sec i believe

[@kfstreich4787]

Are prices depressed in PA? your pricing seems really good. I found what I want on the west coast within driving distance totally by accident and miles compensated our agreed upon private party price is similar to your pricing.

[@Srkcycles]

+Karl Streich no my prices are just awesome

[@silverwiskers7371]

I'm an die hard harley man but I'd definitely switch to a beast like that if giving the chances

[@rugershooter5268]

I think it was '05 I had, at 100mph that huge windshield causes the air to come around and push yoour head into the windshield. This bike was so fast they had to govern 1-3gears, a Kaw mech can easily remove the gov but I wouldn't do it, its a waste of money the thing is faster than you want to take it anyway.

[@TheCollectiveIntellectual]

I think they list the top speed at 115mph. Which is laughable since I have to assume that is a cruising top speed and not a governed max speed. I have cruised at 115mph (in my dreams due to it being illegal) for 45min before and still had much more throttle left to pass thru a smelly swamp rotten area even faster. Lol The main thing about these bikes is the torque...I never appreciated torque until I got my 07 VN2000 Classic Lt. I mostly ride without the windshield these day's since most of my riding is at high speeds on the interstates. Great bikes if you can find one. Can't recommend more highly these bikes. And another thing once you own one that you'll find out is these things climb hilly/mountainous terrain like crazy little pygmy goats all over everything and wanting more. Unbelievable how steep of a grade I've had mine on without one bit of fear or hesitating to cruise up it. Kinda like that is what they're made for I suppose. 🤔

[@Wooley689]

Enjoy your video's , you crack me up with some of the comments.

[@DexMaster881]

I bet there's a Special department in Kawasaki that's in charge of just making the bikes sound mean. Like Jeremy Clarkson once said Mercedes has a special department that takes care the buttons inside it make the right clicking noise. Same with Kawasaki.

[@68weebee]

How did it feel compared to the Honda VTX 1800?

[@Srkcycles]

well its not built to be fast like the vtx, this is just built to be big and powerful, the vtx is more a muscle bike and this is more of a cruiser bike with tons of torque

[@Planet2A]

Best bike i ever had, except i have nacelle version. Was actually going to ask if you ever rode the v2k

[@TJ-HBMCC]

my dad has one, he had the 900 and ive just bought an 800, vulcan life

[@robotbjorn4952]

@joe Vulcan How so?

[@stuforty2]

cool review ! the torque must be epic :)

[@combustablelemons8988]

About 115 foot pounds of it would agree with you

[@user-yh2nb3rl8d]

Very powerful bike, I like it.

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

My custom 2001 VN 1500 sounds much more rumbling than that. I guess Vance and Hines makes a difference.

[@danman5857]

man, imagine some quality engine work like cams, ported heads, injectors, tune, 2 into 1 pipes, etc, etc. How much power and torque might be possible out of this unit.

[@ItalianMetalHED]

Think it’s pushrod

[@danielking1924]

I just bought one off these bikes

[@joes.7536]

My daily driver Audi A4 also has a 2 liter powerplant. But it makes 252 horsepower with a turbo. Can you imagine if this bike had that much power.

[@luisloya1120]

Harley guy pulls up to a Vulcan and says " what is that?" The Vulcan guy responds " It's what your Harley will be when it grows up". 😅😂

[@one959]

Its a heavy bike but so is my C109. I like the sound of this one more. If I bought one I'd definitely Darkside it.

[@wexfordrob]

I’m getting one in 2 days! I’m like a child at Xmas 😂

[@wrkings]

luv ur vlogs bro, just picked up 09 1700 classic, can't wait to pic her up.👍👍👍😀😀😀

[@edwinpruett6627]

Sean, this is actually a bike I've been hoping you'd get for awhile. I've always wondered how a Vulcan 2000 felt. How would you compare it to a Road King?

[@Srkcycles]

ooooowwwww tough one, well this is a much biger bike than a road king. its just massive. i have to ponder that one.

[@tinyman520]

Srkcycles you've had 6 months to ponder... what's the conclusion?

[@Morten_Nielsen1979]

Srkcycles Yeah, what is your conclusion? I am considering to buy this, the Yamaha 1900 or a Road King.

[@68bigsac]

I'd check manufacturers recommended service intervals first. The price point is clear and obvious. The Vulcan will smoke almost any King just like it sits. (without mods) You can find relatively low mileage 2000's for under $5k in some places. The Vulcan is much bigger and heavier. Will be cheaper for maintenance and mods.

[@Morten_Nielsen1979]

Hans Gruber I bought the Yamaha Stratoliner S.