Kawasaki Cruiser reviews

My Kawasaki 900 Custom began as my "first bike" but 4 or 5 years later it's proven to be so much more. It's a great daily driver when weather permits, surprisingly nimble for it's size and weight, and damn reliable. It won't set any land speed records, but it has enough haul to get the job done. I'm a big fan. Show less

Absolutely a great bike!!! Amazing power, amazing handling. Great reliability. Great looks. Just a bulletproof bike. The shaft drive is super smooth and the power is endless. Front air forks, rear airshocks work perfectly. Very comfortable bike for driver and passenger. I would recommend these bikes to anyone who loves to ride. Not for a beginner though that's for sure. Must be an experienced rider. Show less

The bike rides nice and smooth. This is the carburated version. Very low miles. Comes with big saddlebags and nice helmet. The driver backrest makes a huge difference. The pipes are very throaty. Driveshaft give it a smooth ride anf easy shifting. Show less

The 903cc V-twin powered Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Line models have all the style and attitude of a one-of-a-kind build. From the detailed paint job to the intense exhaust, Vulcan 900 machines are an artful expression of individuality. Enjoy the dynamic fusion of hand-built design and premium fit and finish—a tantalizing combination that could only come from Kawasaki. With a presence that’s larger than its name, the Vulcan® 900 Classic out performs many big heavyweight cruisers, while its classic stance, rich paint and stylish spoke wheels remain true to the traditional classic cruiser. STYLISH CAST WHEELS LARGEST REAR TIRE IN CLASS AGGRESSIVE FLAT HANDLEBAR AND FORWARD FOOTPEGS BELT DRIVE LOW SEAT HEIGHT WITH SPORTY GUNFIGHTER STYLING BLACK PIPES, ENGINE CASES, AIR FILTER COVER AND WHEELS PARALLEL SLASH CUT EXHAUST PIPES DUAL THROTTLE VALVES Wide drag bars and forward-mounted footpegs Low center of gravity for easy handling Custom styling with teardrop tank Parallel slash-cut pipes Pinstripe wheels Show less

Excellent motorcycle has the same engine as the Ninja 650, it has good acceleration ! Has a low seat height less than 28 inches. Both feet on the ground. Has a button on left hand grip to blink the headlight let people know your coming. Fun to ride adjustable suspension an excellent first bike. Low weight 500 pounds yet enough power that you will not have to trade after learning to ride. Show less

Under 5000 miles ,new front tire ,fairing ,new belt. Ready to ride. Clutch adjusted. May need turn signal front . Have new signal for front.need to be put on. Back tire good. Back rest for passenger. Show less

Ive owned 5 bikes. This KV 900 LT is my FAVORITE! I put a mustang seat with drivers back rest, then took the leather off the rivets and put 2 inch thick honey comb jell pad (cut custom seat shape) then re-rivet the leather and its like Im sitting on a couch. I also put 2"inch riser on the handlebar (bringing them back toward me and and a little up) OOOH so Comfortable. put cobra pipes on, triple headlight, passenger platforms, upgraded grips, replaced leather bags with hard bags that I custom painted the two tone black/midnight blue with pin stripe - I DID IT PERFECT it matchs and LOOKS AWESOME - because I put LED flashers on the back of the hard bags, ars SEE MY BIKE at the stops. The bike only weighs 620lbs so it easier to handle than a big 950lb harley. AND does not shake/vibrate, its counter balanced, rubber mounted engine, fuel injected, water cooled, belt driven - all for a SMOOTH ride! OK it does not fly off the start its only 53 horse, it does seem to top out at 80mph, but for the cost, comfort and reliability - you'll never get me off my Vulcan 900 LT - GREAT bike! Show less

This is by far my favorite bike. I have a 2002 Honda Shadow 750, got brand new. Nothing more dependable than a Honda, but under- powered. Got the Vulcan 900 used and have been riding it for three years. Very comfortable, low center of gravity, not top heavy, never worried about dropping it. Only negative is that it gets pretty hot. Bought a couple heat guards that took care of that. Last year bought my first Harley Heritage 1800, new. Nice bike but not my favorite. A solid bike that grips the road, rides nice, but top heavy and need help to pick up. Had issue with kickstand at night cause it is not seen being under running board. Modified to improve sturdiness. Highly recommend the Vulcan, All bikes get hot, especially the higher cc they are, but accessorizing is a must. I'm 5'4" and 130 lbs and 60 years young. Be safe! Show less

I've owned a 2007 Vulcan 500 with about 12,000 miles on it when I bought it for one season now. Even at this age and with this mileage the bike is still great. My experience agrees with the other favorable reviews. It's a great performer, with an excellent engine. The only problem I've had with it is that it runs a little rough for the first 50 miles or so. I generally have to run it on half choke at mid-range speeds for about the first half an hour, and that seems to smooth it out. I've been adding an ounce or two of Techron per tank of gas and it seems to be getting better. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a good used small to mid-size cruiser. Show less

I have had several Gold Wings, a Triumph Rocket 3 and a few others. Anyway I bought a new Kawasaki 900 Lt. At age 67 the bike does everything I want to do on a bike. I have no problems with 1000 to 1500 mile trips. Compared to my Rocket 3 the Kawasakis ride is a lazy boy of comfort. The front forks are a bit soft and bottom out on larger bumps. Folks complaints on wind buffing isn't a problem for me. It is a motorcycle and they are windy. The bike has ok power and shines at 65 to 70 MPH. So I stay away from busy interstates. State and County HWY roads and far less boring. The bikes overall performance is above average. The throttle return spring is a bit light for me. On bumpy roads it can be a little frustrating. The seat is ok and I have no plans to up grade. My girl friend finds the seat comfortable. The 5 gallon tank is very nice and gives excellent miles per gal. The clutch is easy on the hand. The 5 speed gear box is smooth and neutral is easy to find. This is my first bike without a shaft drive or chain. The belt gives a nice response when throttling up. The bike came with a nice set of tires. Dunlop how far they go has yet to be seen. The front disk brake is a little on the light side but doesn't feel weak. The bike has a nice sound stock. I'm not waking the neighbors at 5:00 am. My biggest complaints are the front soft forks, the paint is a little flat, the bags fake snaps don't fit properly. I hope this little review helps from a 40 year veteran rider. Show less