2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1500 Classic

I have 9400 miles on my 2008 Vulcan 1500 classic and Head gasket leaking coolant, estimated cost to replace the head gasket is over $1000.00, it showed up one month to the day that the extended warranty expired. The customer service at Kawasaki has left me feeling that once they get your money you ... are on your own. I wouldn't even give this bike one star on the review board.

I have owned my Vulcan 1500 Classic for 3 years this month. This was my first bike and I am very happy with it. It has plenty of power and is a comfortable ride. I have some physical back issues, and this bike is more comfortable than most cars I ride in.

Right out of the box . unlike a car it did not come with the new smell but it only had like 1 km on the bike. Cool! The first season had to break it in. 5000 km later. learned alot about driving a 800 lb bike. riding like a enduro bike is not happening. Next season 3000km trek through Northern ontario ... hwys beautiful no chain to check tires ok. suspension perfected.No wind blowing me around. missed cutting corners at high degree trade offs all the time good thou. comfort was good.I could go as fast as i wanted which is a little over the speed limit.Pass trucks easily. gas allmost ran out once station did not have premium gas.13000 km later another 2010 season started one back tire needed and fluids replace.we should be good to go and tighten a few nuts.crazy good.

My brother in law bought an 04 1500 Classic, which I rode, and wow did I fall in love with a motorcycle. This bike is probably the best bang for your buck in the motorcycle world. No valve maintenance, fuel injection, and enclosed shaft final drive. What more could you want in a scoot. Just awesome. ...