Kawasaki Voyager XII reviews

I love the way the bike handles. At 1,100 lbs. (with me) it is very nimble on the road. I did have to get used to the ABS system because at low speeds when the rear brake is applied, the front kind of grabs a little. The only thing I do not like is the location of the horn button. I've got regular size hands and have to take my hand completely off the hand grip to sound the horn. that's not too safe with Los Angeles drivers. Also, the audio system needs a mute button. I've been averaging 500+ mile Saturdays, have had no problem with the seat comfort and am prepping for a trip to Reno in August. Show less

I have had many bikes in the past but nothing like this!!!! It is very quick and extremely smooth. It will cruise at 85 mph. all day in comfort, 45-50 mpg. to boot. It has a lot of leg room and seats. The handle bars adjust to your personal fit. My brother-in-law has a 92 Goldwing 1500 and I like this much better. I like the seat shape as it is more flat and you can move around much more as your are travelling. The seat cushions could've been thicker but it was built to a price point and most people upgrade from stock seats anyway. It is very durable and easy to work on when it is needed. Mine is a 2000. I also pull a Bushtec trailer loaded down as well. When pulling a trailer, it's just as smooth and powerful as it can be. All of this, at half the price of a Goldwing. Show less

Still loving this bike. I did have one breakdown which is very rare. We lost a rear wheel bearing on this bike on the Blueridge Parkway. This happened in an area where we had 0 cell reception. Lucky for us a park ranger drove past after 30 minutes that we were able to get to help us. We also met some very nice people in Bedford, VA. who were lifesavers. Kawasaki fixed the problem but would not cover the rear tire that wore out totally on one side due to the alignment issue. Overall, I'm still happy with this bike. Show less

This is a great bike. The only problem I have had with mine is the Power Commander I had put on. If you just change the slip-ons, dont put a Power Commander on it. It's just a waste of money. Show less

My wife and I just spent seven days riding the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tail of the Dragon, and the Striped Snake. This bike handles like a dream, it is more forgiving of balance errors (overloaded bags). The adjustability of the shocks are awesome. My only real complaints are the lack of a trunk rack (we added a Harley rack), the add-on diver's back rest isn't removable, and the seat isn't as supportive as I would prefer of someone my size. We are looking at a Mustang replacement. We put 2100 miles on this vacation ride and covered eight states (mostly back roads and twisties). This bike handled more like a sport bike than a loaded tourer. No, it can't lean quite like a sport bike but when was the last time you rode a 900 pound sport bike? I'm already looking forward to new versions of this bike for the future. To think, I've always been a Honda guy. Show less

Upgraded from a Yamaha 650 to this. It is a dream to ride both alone and with my wife. She is totally comfortable and enjoys riding more. It handles great in all respects. I took the ERC two days after purchase and she handled like a dream. Show less

I love this bike. It's comfortable and a great joy to ride. Handles great on the road and has plenty of power. Rode it to Niagara Falls with no problems. I would recommend this bike to anyone. Show less

I bought my 2003 Kawasaki Voyager with only 1 mile on it. The bike has been great overall. The pros: proven design, reliable, smooth and responsive, large trunk will hold two full size helmets, roomy saddle bags, cruise control, and drive shaft. It is reasonably comfortable although a seat comparable to that on the gold wing would be better as would a higher seat for tall riders. The bike is fast enough -- I've had it up to 100 mph on a track with room more to spare. Cons: Kawasaki's front forks are notorious for developing leaks. These forks could use a bug shield. They appear a bit underbuilt for such a large bike and don't take your hands off the handle bars at low speed unless you want your cage rattled. Of course, no handed riding isn't the brightest idea either. Bottom Line: It's a great bike whether riding in town, commuting, or cross country. On one cross country trip I had it fully loaded with luggage, held the speed to 60 mph, and got 50 mpg. Not bad for a big bike with standard carbs. Show less

This bike has performed excellent. Just returned from a 8 day trip to the smoky mountains. 3rd year in a row in this area. The Voyager has the grunt in any gear to climb 7 to 8% grades easily. It also handles the twisties of the tail of the dragon and any other road You want to travel. We averaged 42 MPG with riders and a full load of gear including a T-bag on top of the trunk. The 2400 mile ride was much easier on this bike. The comfort for My Wife was well above the Nomad. Cruise control is a blessing when it can be used on the straight roads. Overall Kawasaki has come up with another winner. Love every minute of our time on this one. Show less

So far, I love it. This is my first V twin. Love the sound and the way it keeps on pulling. There was an issue with the lock on the top case. The lock was misaligned. Easy fix by me. The fog light switch could be better placed and lighted so you know when it is on. I am not crazy about the multi switch to reset the trip meter. Could be more user friendly. (ie PHD press here dummy) I am used to a sport tourer, so I am finding the lean angle a little shy. It is just a matter of adjusting my riding style. Very comfortable bike. Once you're moving you forget about the weight. The paint finish is excellent. Mirrors stay clear. This bike can haul Azz. Single or two up it handles great. Looking forward to a long relationship. Show less