Vulcan's are cool. - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

92Notch · 03-08-2006, 12:15 PM

I like Vulcans. Discuss.

tlwisner · 03-08-2006, 02:32 PM

I am very happy that you like Vulcans. I like some Vulcans, although I am not a fan of the Vulcan 800. I'm thinking that the new Vulcan 900 my kick butt though....

My next bike? I'll say Vulcan 1600 Nomad at this point, tune back in a couple years and we'll see.

92Notch · 03-08-2006, 03:36 PM

The nomad

.... gota agree, that's a sweet bike!

hammersfan · 03-08-2006, 08:17 PM

My son and I were looking at a used 1500 Meanstreak the other day, it was really cool looking. But I think I would strongly consider the Nomad when i have a few years of riding under my belt. I got the M50 because I didn't want anything too big after a twenty year lay off !

**drgibson** · 03-08-2006, 10:05 PM

I think Spock was the coolest Vulcan.

**drgibson** · 03-09-2006, 12:56 AM

Come on guys ya had to see that coming.

RampageRider · 03-09-2006, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drgibson

I think Spock was the coolest Vulcan.

+1

MagnumForce · 03-09-2006, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drgibson

I think Spock was the coolest Vulcan.

That is one Vulcan I wouldn't be caught riding.

**drgibson** · 03-09-2006, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EZridr1

That is one Vulcan I wouldn't be caught riding.

LOL +1

Pinhy · 03-13-2006, 04:29 PM

my friend just bought a vulcan 2000 about 2 weeks ago. that is one BIG bike for a pretty standard cruiser. very wide stance, low center of gravity, belt driven, 200 rear tire...its quite a good looking machine and supposedly the 2nd fastest production cruiser....

i havent had a chance to ride it yet, not sure i want to with it this new, but i will one day.

he put the V&H Powershots on it with adjustable baffles...SWEET sound!!

.

GSX1100FL · 03-15-2006, 02:24 AM

1993 VN1500 Vulcan, best bike for all day riding I ever owned.

I could leave the house at 10:00 am & come home at midnight with minimal pains.

When I buy another steel horse to put in my stable it will more than likely be another Vulcan.

texrider · 03-19-2006, 02:48 PM

Just scored a new leftover '04 Vulcan vn2000, sweet! It's that sort of root beer brownish-maroon color, that reminds me of the old man's '73 903 z1, which I happily rode the crap out of as a young feller....

This 2000 is quite the bike, and I only have ridden it the day I got it two weeks ago. Out of town trip and bad weather have conspired against riding since

Love the looks of the naked bike, though I'll be putting the factory 15" high windscreen on it.... Too dangerous to ride these freeways without one, always stuff flying up off the road to smack you in the face....And these Texas bugs must be on steroids, they're huge!

I'll get some pics posted next good sunny day.... and get some more miles on her....

keylo4life · 04-29-2006, 11:24 PM

I envy you Vulcan riders. Always wanted one, but the 800 didnt suit my tastes so I chose the Suzuki M50 to start. Plan on getting the 1600 classic or Meanstreak within the next couple of years. The M50 is my first bike, so I feel experience is necessary before I move to a bigger bike. Makes me feel good when I see guys like Texrider who owns the M50 and a Vulcan.

texrider · 04-30-2006, 09:54 PM

A few pics of the V2K and M50....

keylo4life · 04-30-2006, 11:02 PM

Texrider

How much of a difference is the handling between your M50 and the V2K? I know there is a weight difference and of course the power, but just curious about the difference between the two.

texrider · 05-01-2006, 10:48 PM

I'll start with what is similar about them. They both have a big bike feel, with long wheelbases and steering head angles. The M50 has a sure footed feel, with it's large tires and weight. Both have a fairly low center of gravity, and do not fatigue you with their mass. Good riding positions and appropriate spring rates make them a delight.

The power separates them sharply, with twice the horsepower and three times the torque going to the V2K.

The sheer size of the Vulcan makes it a unique experience to all of your sensory inputs, mostly just a super sized version of a great bike like the M50. You feel as though it can conquer pretty much any challenge you might encounter.

The M50 is more nimble at lower speeds, of course. The Vulcan is more stable at higher speeds, and in crosswinds.

I sold my VMax with 2,500 miles on it to get the Vulcan, but kept the M50.....

Actually, I was going to buy either the M95 or a Mean Streak, then decided nothing less than the 2000 would do it for me.

keylo4life · 05-02-2006, 10:38 PM

Texrider

Thanks for the response. Be safe.

tailgunner · 09-28-2006, 12:10 AM

I just traded in my M50 today for a Vulcan 1600. I really liked my M50 around town, but it was buzzy on the interstate. The 1600 floats along at 70 mph like its nothing.

Ext1jdh · 09-28-2006, 10:24 AM

I concur. I like vulcans as well.

Oh, we're talking about something else...carry on.

texrider · 10-01-2006, 12:52 AM

Hmmmm, nice Vulcan ya got there...

03-08-2006, 12:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
92Notch Birthday Boy Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: '05½ C50 Limited Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 860	Vulcan's are cool. I like Vulcans. Discuss. __________________

03-08-2006, 02:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
tlwisner Throttle Jockey Joined: Apr 2004 Bike: '05 Boulevard C50 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 3,208	I am very happy that you like Vulcans. I like some Vulcans, although I am not a fan of the Vulcan 800. I'm thinking that the new Vulcan 900 my kick butt though.... My next bike? I'll say Vulcan 1600 Nomad at this point, tune back in a couple years and we'll see. __________________ Tim Wisner AMA, SCRC Happiness is something we create

03-08-2006, 03:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
92Notch Birthday Boy Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: '05½ C50 Limited Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 860	The nomad .... gota agree, that's a sweet bike! __________________

03-08-2006, 08:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
hammersfan U.B's LoveChild Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2008 C90 SE Location: Ajax ,Ontario ,Canada Posts: 1,233	My son and I were looking at a used 1500 Meanstreak the other day, it was really cool looking. But I think I would strongly consider the Nomad when i have a few years of riding under my belt. I got the M50 because I didn't want anything too big after a twenty year lay off ! __________________ Ride Safe Hammersfan

03-08-2006, 10:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
drgibson Antebellum Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,742	I think Spock was the coolest Vulcan. __________________ “Please Remember to Kazoo Responsibly.”

03-09-2006, 12:56 AM	#6 (permalink)
drgibson Antebellum Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,742	Come on guys ya had to see that coming. __________________ “Please Remember to Kazoo Responsibly.”

03-13-2006, 04:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
Pinhy Doesn't think you're funny Joined: Dec 2004 Bike: 05 Boulevard M50 Black Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 5,210	my friend just bought a vulcan 2000 about 2 weeks ago. that is one BIG bike for a pretty standard cruiser. very wide stance, low center of gravity, belt driven, 200 rear tire...its quite a good looking machine and supposedly the 2nd fastest production cruiser.... i havent had a chance to ride it yet, not sure i want to with it this new, but i will one day. he put the V&H Powershots on it with adjustable baffles...SWEET sound!! .

03-15-2006, 02:24 AM	#11 (permalink)
GSX1100FL Puddle Runner Joined: Oct 2004 Location: Missouri Posts: 381	1993 VN1500 Vulcan, best bike for all day riding I ever owned. I could leave the house at 10:00 am & come home at midnight with minimal pains. When I buy another steel horse to put in my stable it will more than likely be another Vulcan.

03-19-2006, 02:48 PM	#12 (permalink)
texrider Sprocket Pilot Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '04 Vulcan 2000, '05 VTX1800 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 866	Just scored a new leftover '04 Vulcan vn2000, sweet! It's that sort of root beer brownish-maroon color, that reminds me of the old man's '73 903 z1, which I happily rode the crap out of as a young feller.... This 2000 is quite the bike, and I only have ridden it the day I got it two weeks ago. Out of town trip and bad weather have conspired against riding since Love the looks of the naked bike, though I'll be putting the factory 15" high windscreen on it.... Too dangerous to ride these freeways without one, always stuff flying up off the road to smack you in the face....And these Texas bugs must be on steroids, they're huge! I'll get some pics posted next good sunny day.... and get some more miles on her.... __________________ "Sprocket to me, baby!"

04-29-2006, 11:24 PM	#13 (permalink)
keylo4life In Training Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: Suzuki M50 Location: Fort Hood, TX Posts: 129	I envy you Vulcan riders. Always wanted one, but the 800 didnt suit my tastes so I chose the Suzuki M50 to start. Plan on getting the 1600 classic or Meanstreak within the next couple of years. The M50 is my first bike, so I feel experience is necessary before I move to a bigger bike. Makes me feel good when I see guys like Texrider who owns the M50 and a Vulcan.

04-30-2006, 09:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
texrider Sprocket Pilot Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '04 Vulcan 2000, '05 VTX1800 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 866	A few pics of the V2K and M50.... Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Sprocket to me, baby!"

04-30-2006, 11:02 PM	#15 (permalink)
keylo4life In Training Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: Suzuki M50 Location: Fort Hood, TX Posts: 129	Texrider How much of a difference is the handling between your M50 and the V2K? I know there is a weight difference and of course the power, but just curious about the difference between the two.

05-01-2006, 10:48 PM	#16 (permalink)
texrider Sprocket Pilot Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '04 Vulcan 2000, '05 VTX1800 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 866	I'll start with what is similar about them. They both have a big bike feel, with long wheelbases and steering head angles. The M50 has a sure footed feel, with it's large tires and weight. Both have a fairly low center of gravity, and do not fatigue you with their mass. Good riding positions and appropriate spring rates make them a delight. The power separates them sharply, with twice the horsepower and three times the torque going to the V2K. The sheer size of the Vulcan makes it a unique experience to all of your sensory inputs, mostly just a super sized version of a great bike like the M50. You feel as though it can conquer pretty much any challenge you might encounter. The M50 is more nimble at lower speeds, of course. The Vulcan is more stable at higher speeds, and in crosswinds. I sold my VMax with 2,500 miles on it to get the Vulcan, but kept the M50..... Actually, I was going to buy either the M95 or a Mean Streak, then decided nothing less than the 2000 would do it for me. __________________ "Sprocket to me, baby!" Last edited by texrider; 05-01-2006 at 10:52 PM.

05-02-2006, 10:38 PM	#17 (permalink)
keylo4life In Training Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: Suzuki M50 Location: Fort Hood, TX Posts: 129	Texrider Thanks for the response. Be safe.

09-28-2006, 12:10 AM	#18 (permalink)
tailgunner Seat Tester Joined: Nov 2005 Bike: 05 Kawasaki 1600 Location: Caseyville IL Posts: 60	I just traded in my M50 today for a Vulcan 1600. I really liked my M50 around town, but it was buzzy on the interstate. The 1600 floats along at 70 mph like its nothing.

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09-28-2006, 10:24 AM	#19 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	I concur. I like vulcans as well. Oh, we're talking about something else...carry on. __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

10-01-2006, 12:52 AM	#20 (permalink)
texrider Sprocket Pilot Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '04 Vulcan 2000, '05 VTX1800 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 866	Hmmmm, nice Vulcan ya got there... __________________ "Sprocket to me, baby!"

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