Would a Kawasaki Vulcan S fit a 6’5” rider, and is it a…
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Would a Kawasaki Vulcan S fit a 6’5” rider, and is it a good first motorcycle?
Hey everyone,
I’m looking at buying my first motorcycle and could use some advice from people who have actually owned or ridden a Vulcan S.
I’m **6’5” (195 cm), about 195–200 lbs, with a 36” inseam**.
I recently sat on a **2016 Vulcan S ABS**, and the dealer said it has the **forward controls** and can be fitted with Kawasaki’s **Extended Reach Ergo-Fit** parts (seat, foot controls, and handlebar position). He also said 10–12” mini ape handlebars would work well for my height.
My questions are:
Would I look too big on a Vulcan S, or does it still look proportional for someone my size?
Are any of you around **6’4”–6’6”** riding one? If so, do you have pictures?
Is it actually comfortable for longer rides (1–3 hours)?
Would you recommend it as a **first bike** for someone my size?
How does it compare to bikes like the **Yamaha V Star 1300, Yamaha V Star 1100, or Honda VTX 1300**?
Any regrets buying a Vulcan S instead of a larger cruiser?
For context, I mostly want to cruise back roads and highways, ride occasionally with my girlfriend, and eventually black it out with **10–12” mini apes** and a bobber-style look.
I’d really appreciate hearing from taller riders. Thanks!
#motorcycles
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Hey everyone,
I’m looking at buying my first motorcycle and could use some advice from people who have actually owned or ridden a Vulcan S.
I’m **6’5” (195 cm), about 195–200 lbs, with a 36” inseam**.
I recently sat on a **2016 Vulcan S ABS**, and the dealer said it has the **forward controls** and can be fitted with Kawasaki’s **Extended Reach Ergo-Fit** parts (seat, foot controls, and handlebar position). He also said 10–12” mini ape handlebars would work well for my height.
My questions are:
Would I look too big on a Vulcan S, or does it still look proportional for someone my size?
Are any of you around **6’4”–6’6”** riding one? If so, do you have pictures?
Is it actually comfortable for longer rides (1–3 hours)?
Would you recommend it as a **first bike** for someone my size?
How does it compare to bikes like the **Yamaha V Star 1300, Yamaha V Star 1100, or Honda VTX 1300**?
Any regrets buying a Vulcan S instead of a larger cruiser?
For context, I mostly want to cruise back roads and highways, ride occasionally with my girlfriend, and eventually black it out with **10–12” mini apes** and a bobber-style look.
I’d really appreciate hearing from taller riders. Thanks!
#motorcycles
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