Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic (2018)
Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic (2018)
Category: Cruiser / Touring
LAMS: No
Seat Height (Stock): 680 mm
RIDER PROFILE
Height: 160–170 cm
Flat Footing: Yes
Bike Lowered: No
Experience Level: Returning Rider
Riding Style: Commuting, Weekend Rides, Touring
⚡ QUICK TAKE
A classic cruiser built for comfort, stability, and effortless long-distance riding.
“I’ve been halfway around Australia and had no sore backside at all.”
🤍 WHAT I LOVED
Extremely comfortable for touring
Relaxed riding ergonomics
Very low and confidence inspiring seat height
Stable cruiser feel
Excellent for longer rides
Comfortable for ageing bodies or injuries
Easy flat footing
⚠️ WHAT FELT CHALLENGING
Pressure from dealerships to go even bigger before feeling ready
Transitioning away from sport bike expectations
PERSONAL NOTES
The Vulcan 900 Classic feels like a bike designed around comfort and enjoyment rather than performance numbers.
Andy’s touring experience says a lot about the bike’s real-world capability. Plenty of motorcycles can survive long rides — far fewer leave the rider feeling comfortable afterwards. The low seat, relaxed peg position, and cruiser ergonomics clearly make a massive difference over long distances.
This review also touches on something important: rider priorities change. Many riders eventually realise they value comfort, confidence, and enjoying the ride more than aggressive handling or speed.
The Vulcan 900 Classic seems to lean fully into that philosophy.
🧭 WHO THIS BIKE SUITS
Touring riders
Riders prioritising comfort
Returning riders
Cruiser lovers
Riders wanting relaxed ergonomics
Riders wanting very low seat height and easy flat footing
🚫 WHO IT MIGHT NOT SUIT
Riders wanting aggressive sporty handling
Riders chasing lightweight nimble performance
Riders preferring upright naked or ADV ergonomics
⭐ FINAL VERDICT
The Vulcan 900 Classic feels purpose-built for relaxed, enjoyable long-distance riding.
Comfortable, stable, and confidence inspiring, it’s the kind of bike that encourages riders to simply enjoy the journey rather than endure it.
Review by: Andy