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2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic Motorcycle reviews
Reliability
4.9
Overall quality
4.7
Performance
4.8
Comfort
4.4
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Hugh Harlan Harvey
Illinois
Reviewed on June 30, 2022
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
1.0
why advertised as a HD, it's a metric!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...
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why advertised as a HD, it's a metric!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reliability
1.0
Quality
1.0
Performance
1.0
Comfort
1.0
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Chris
Idaho
Reviewed on June 17, 2020
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
1.5
Save yourself the trouble, get a Harley.
I bought this bike because I thought it would be as nice as a Softail. I was very disappointed.
From the factory it felt choked, accelerated slower than my Versys 300. The windshield, at its highest setting, was too short for me and I was bombarded with turbulenc...
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Save yourself the trouble, get a Harley.
I bought this bike because I thought it would be as nice as a Softail. I was very disappointed.
From the factory it felt choked, accelerated slower than my Versys 300. The windshield, at its highest setting, was too short for me and I was bombarded with turbulence.
In less than a week my left floorboard was dangling off. A pin had sheared. A month later my front brake caliper fell off, I was thankful it didn't catch the spokes.
After getting the caliper bolted down I went on my first long trip, 270 miles one-way. It was torturous. The stock seat was utter garbage and I ended up taking the windshield off, which was more comfortable than keeping it on. I only got 26mpg, I was disgusted in the 100 mile fuel range.
On the way home my rear-cylinder's header cracked and the exhaust tube fell off. The dealership paid for half a set of Vance & Hynes. They were far better. I also bought a new intake and a DynoJet PC5, the bike was finally accelerating decently. Though my mom's Harley Street 750 was far faster. Also I was now getting around 35mpg, a drastic improvement over stock fuel mileage.
Then my fuel pump went out. After that I was getting 80 miles out of a tank and never exceeding 90 mph. In December my stator went out at 4,859 miles. I was so done with that cheaply built Kawasaki garbage. I traded it, got a Harley Electra Glide. Best decision I made regarding that Vulcan.
Reliability
2.0
Quality
1.0
Performance
2.0
Comfort
1.0
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Cliptwings
Tucson, Arizona
Reviewed on August 30, 2010
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
If you are wondering if this bike is too big for you, it's not! At first I was intimitated by anything over 500ccs. After taking the MSF course, my confidence returned and I was ready to try the big metal (well, the medium metal). The Vulcan 900 inspires confidence with stable handling, excellent (but no...
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If you are wondering if this bike is too big for you, it's not! At first I was intimitated by anything over 500ccs. After taking the MSF course, my confidence returned and I was ready to try the big metal (well, the medium metal). The Vulcan 900 inspires confidence with stable handling, excellent (but not extreme) performance, and iron-clad reliability. Unlike other reviewers, I have no issue with the seat. The only issues I have are with a lack of a tach, and the inaccurate gas gauge (good thing the low fuel light is good! I've only gone 900 miles with my Vulcan so far, and I've kept the speed below 65 mph, but gas mileage has been 56 mpg. This really is a great bike for someone coming back to the sport.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Force
Alberta
Reviewed on July 1, 2010
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
4.0
I bought this bike used (5800k) this spring after 16 years of not having one. My last bike was an 84 Honda V45 Magna. I'm very pleased with the power and seating position of this bike. It feels light and is easy to handle at low speeds. It goes down the road arrow straight and is very smooth. After about 6...
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I bought this bike used (5800k) this spring after 16 years of not having one. My last bike was an 84 Honda V45 Magna. I'm very pleased with the power and seating position of this bike. It feels light and is easy to handle at low speeds. It goes down the road arrow straight and is very smooth. After about 60 MPH though, there is some vibration but not unbearable. The bike should have a 6th gear for the open road. I plan on replacing the front pully on the belt drive to help with this. The bike is fuel injected so it starts nice on cooler days. I find the suspension to be much better than on the old Magna. The seat is not bad but is a little hard on my old butt on longer rides. She doesn`t have the snap of the old Magna.....but I didn`t expect it to. Oh and did I mention I love the sound of those Cobra pipes.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
4.0
Comfort
4.0
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SteveK
Bloomington, Illinois
Reviewed on March 14, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
The two best features are EFI, which means easy, quick starts every time at any temperature. And it has a no-fuss quiet belt drive. Even with counterbalancers some vibration finds its way through the bar grips and seat. With heat shields over the exhaust you never have to worry about exhaust discoloring. At s...
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The two best features are EFI, which means easy, quick starts every time at any temperature. And it has a no-fuss quiet belt drive. Even with counterbalancers some vibration finds its way through the bar grips and seat. With heat shields over the exhaust you never have to worry about exhaust discoloring. At speeds over 60 it could use an overdrive 6th gear. It looks like a bigger bike but is 100-200 pounds lighter due to liberal use of plastic covers and fenders, but they still look new after three years. Some may feel a little overtaxed riding 2-up if total weight is over 350 lbs. It is the best looking bike in its size category and is liquid cooled for quieter, longer life operation. It is easy to scrape the floorboards on aggressive corners, especially 2-up. The stock exhaust sounds better now than when new; there is no need to replace it. It is a great choice in this size category of cruiser.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
4.0
Comfort
4.0
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Amymay1976
NPR, Florida
Reviewed on January 20, 2008
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
This bike is an overall beauty! It has plenty of power, and is comfortable with the stock seat. My legs are short, so I can stretch out without using my freeway bars. Smooth shifting, and nice pick-up. It does wind up at higher speeds, but that's ok with me. It is a soft ride at any speed. There are no vibrat...
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This bike is an overall beauty! It has plenty of power, and is comfortable with the stock seat. My legs are short, so I can stretch out without using my freeway bars. Smooth shifting, and nice pick-up. It does wind up at higher speeds, but that's ok with me. It is a soft ride at any speed. There are no vibrations at all. I can get Dunlop front and rear tires. I have 800 miles on my bike, and have never had to change the tires. They are only half worn down. I also get 56 miles to the gallon. This bike has never had any problems, except it needed a replacement horn. The original one died. But so far the bike is an overall winner in my book!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Mike
Fresno, California
Reviewed on August 8, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
After almost 9000 miles, I have not had any problems with this bike. The only thing, I would replace on the bike is the stock seat. I did replace both front & rear tires after about 7000 miles. This is a great bike to ride in the mountains as it is not real heavy and it is easy to maneuver....
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After almost 9000 miles, I have not had any problems with this bike. The only thing, I would replace on the bike is the stock seat. I did replace both front & rear tires after about 7000 miles. This is a great bike to ride in the mountains as it is not real heavy and it is easy to maneuver.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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Gary
Madison, Alabama
Reviewed on July 1, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
I bought this as my first bike. At 41, I'd never ridden before. The Vulcan 900 Classic is very easy to handle and has plenty of power for a first bike. It's big enough for even an experienced rider. I love mine....
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I bought this as my first bike. At 41, I'd never ridden before. The Vulcan 900 Classic is very easy to handle and has plenty of power for a first bike. It's big enough for even an experienced rider. I love mine.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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peter
Frederick, Maryland
Reviewed on June 10, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
No problems so far. Every ride is fun. Added a windshield and saddlebags. Windshield makes a big difference when riding the highways. Went on my first long distance trip to Myrtle Beach, SC last Memorial Day weekend with three other bikers - they all rode sports bikes. We camped out at Lake Gaston on Day 1. A...
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No problems so far. Every ride is fun. Added a windshield and saddlebags. Windshield makes a big difference when riding the highways. Went on my first long distance trip to Myrtle Beach, SC last Memorial Day weekend with three other bikers - they all rode sports bikes. We camped out at Lake Gaston on Day 1. Arrived at Myrtle beach around 2ish, Day 2. Had a blast hanging out with friends! It was actually Biker Week - got the opportunity to ride a Harley, nice bikes! I rode back to Frederick on my own Day 4 - made three stops for gas, rest and refreshments. My 900 performed very well - average speeds between 75 and 80mph for most of the 1100 plus round trip. Overtaking on the highway is effortless with a slight turn of the wrist! This bike handles very well and suits my average frame. Bottom line: Great bike!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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ELPASO, Texas
Reviewed on May 28, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
5.0
I toke the bike in for 500 mile oil change and now a 3500 mile oil change. I noticed a change in the way the bike runs. It runs a lot smoother than expected. I notice it under hard take offs and high revs. I was planning on getting another bike thinking that the 900 was a small bike. It does okay. It's not th...
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I toke the bike in for 500 mile oil change and now a 3500 mile oil change. I noticed a change in the way the bike runs. It runs a lot smoother than expected. I notice it under hard take offs and high revs. I was planning on getting another bike thinking that the 900 was a small bike. It does okay. It's not the fastest but it's not the slowest. I still run stock. I don't have any after market acc. on it. I'm waitting to see if K & N will hurry and make an air filter for it. Then for Vance and Hines on the exhaust. I really don't have anything bad to say about this bike. At first I kinda bashed it for being a small bike. Now that I've seen that it can take a beating on my bad (fast) habits, I think it'll do just fine. It's a pretty good bike with a good fuel guage, beltdrive, large frame, and large fuel tank. The one thing I thought of is the stock seat that has to go. That I'll change with a mustang seat which I plan on getting in the beginning of the year. Then hopefully the exhaust as well. Then of course some chrome and a back rest for the misses. I love my 900, the only thing that I will ever trade it in for due to high mileage would proabably be the 2000 Classic. If the 900 is this much fun I could only imagine. But I'm happy for now with what I have. My last bike was a 600 Shadow VLX. It was a great starter bike then later I out grew it and went to my 900 which isn't that big of a jump. Over all, it's a great bike.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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