2023 Kawasaki Vulcan Vaquero 1700 Full Test and Review - Best Value Bagger

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[marsoelflaco]

Absolutely nothing wrong with an affordable, reliable, motorcycle with all the features you need and nothing you don't. Screw all those motorcycle snobs out there!

[jonlynn]

I am an Indian guy myself, have owned and like Kawasaki. 99.5% of your comments are spot on . I don't know much about the economy in Canada, but where I like in Oklahoma, a new Chieftain would only be about 3K more.
I actually discovered the hard way that service cost are cheaper (here in the lower 48) on my Indian than my Vulcan was.
And I also discovered aftermarket for any motorcycle is expensive, even the Japanese bikes, I put waaaay too muck money in to a Honda Shadow and the Vulcan I mentioned before.
And lastly, I am NOT a Harley fan at all! If I had to chose between a Kawasaki and a Harley, I would pick the Kawasaki all day long

[SergioAponteTatito]

I just purchased the Voyager due to all the points you make in this video. I just took a 1200 miles trip and it was a great ride.

[TheMarky]

I have a 2021 vaquero and I love it for the price. Ive never had a bike get so many looks and start so many conversations.

[WindTherapy-rbzs]

Owned a vaquero for 8 years. Performance was great no issues. Like the video says they are dated. If it was as popular as HD aftermarket parts would be excellent. I got a corbin seat and new exhaust. Thats about all thats made. Stereo stunk. Good video spot on.

[whiskeyshots]

I've got a 2020 Voyager and agree completely with your assessment. I test rode a comparable Harley back to back with the Voyager. The Harley was nicer, but not $8k nicer, which was the price difference. Haven't regretted buying the Voyager for a second and wouldn't hesitate recommending the Vaquero if you want a bagger.

[petropete]

I’m a huge Japanese bike fan myself. It’s all about RELIABILITY. Not all the fancy do dad crap that has their issues as you said. Beauty bike. Tks for sharing and ride safe.

[freeman]

The Suzuki Intruder 1400 was my first bike. Bought it in my early 30s. Rode it exclusively (no 4W vehicle) for five years. The Vulcan was definitely on my radar even then.

[BossCopeland]

I have had my 2020 Vaquero, and it has been one of my most favorite bikes Iv owned.

[xplaur]

I started my journey 3 years ago on a 2009 Yamaha VStar 1300 and I still have it and love it.

[sprezzatura]

You can always get a better seat to accommodate a passenger. Probably a backrest as well. Great bike and incredible value for money.

[michaelroman]

I have the 1700 vaquero. It truly is a good riding motorcycle. Everything mentioned in this video is true. I just completed a 2300 mise ride from So. Calif. to Oregon & Washington & back. Rode 8-10 hours a day and never was sore or stiff at the end of the day. Handled great when riding through the Redwoods. I have owned Harley baggers since 1995 and this Vulcan is just as comfortable and rides a little more smother, when riding long distances. As far as the sound system definitely below average. This obviously was not important to Kawasaki. Its all true a good, reliable, comfortable bike thousands of dollars cheaper than the Harley.

[Aaron-hrbb]

I've never owned a Vaquero, although if I wanted a bike over 600 lbs for touring it would get strong consideration. But as someone who turned 16 in 1962 I must say that every time I see the dash on the Vaquero, I flash back to a friend's 1962 Plymouth Valient with the Slant 6 engine. Kinda fits with the intro music which would sound even better though a Carr Slant 6V amp.

[douglashawkins]

I love my Voyager and with the ECU flashed it's even better. It's more basic then other $$ brands but getting one used can save you thousands more.

[fastdraw]

I've got a 15 SE in candy lime green, and hands down it pulls compliments over all the HDs when we ride..its an awesome bike for the money. Has everything you need and nothing you don't, and you get the Kawasaki reliability!!

[brettcreech]

I ride a 2005 Vulcan nomad with a batwing fairing. It’s a 1600 it’s a great bike. Thanks for the video.

[mbarr]

My 2016 Is the best bike I ever owned. Throttle was very jerky till I got the ECU flash from Ivan. Now it is a keeper. And you can use 6th gear at 70 mph after the Flash. Big bonus.

[mikewillette]

This my first time watching one of your videos, and it kept my interest. I watch reviews of multiple brands and styles of bikes for fun. I did find humor in your comment about how metric bikes get you home. Unfortunately for me I had three bad experiences with a Honda VT1100 that had me on a trailer or flatbed to get home. Since I have owned three Harleys and put a total of 100k miles on them and was never stranded. Of course I know everyone’s experience can vary. 
My current ride is an Indian Pursuit.
I will check out more of your videos in the future.

[wingandhog]

My bro-in-law has a 2016 Voyager. It’s a nice bike for a decent price. Much better performance when the Ivan’s tune was done on it. I myself ride a Harley Electra Glide and a GoldWing GL-1800. Love those machines as well.

[EcSsAwS]

I have a 2011 vaquero I call it my “beater bike”.
Freedom performance 2into 1. Big air kit and ecu flash
I lowered it 2”
And it has a actual 1200watt rms stereo system
I also run a 16” windscreen
It’s been a good bike so far