Man, the Kawasaki Vulcan 2025 is like that rugged road buddy who’s polished up just enough to turn heads—low-slung, punchy, and ready to cruise India’s highways or city lanes with a vibe that’s all chill and no fuss. The 2025 lineup sticks with the Vulcan S as the sole model in India, refreshed with a new Metallic Matte Carbon Gray shade and minor tech tweaks like an updated Rideology app, keeping it fresh against the Harley Iron 883 or Royal Enfield Meteor 350. Priced at Rs. 7.10 lakh ex-showroom (down Rs. 10k post-GST cut), it’s a steal for new riders or weekend warriors chasing 649cc parallel-twin grunt—perfect if you want retro cool with modern ease, though the 20.58 kmpl thirst might mean extra fuel stops on long hauls.
Sleek, Bobber-Inspired Design
The Vulcan S is a compact beast—2,310 mm long, 855 mm wide, 1,100 mm tall, with a 1,575 mm wheelbase that’s nimble for dodging autos or carving gentle curves. At 235 kg kerb and 130 mm ground clearance, it hugs tarmac but skips bumps fine. The 2025 rocks a minimalist look with a round LED headlamp, teardrop tank, and chopped fender in Metallic Matte Carbon Gray or Pearl Matte Sage Green—18-inch front and 16-inch rear alloys with 130/70-18 and 150/80-16 tubeless tires grip tight. The 705 mm seat height fits shorter riders, forward pegs stretch you out comfy—slim for tight parking, but the exposed frame adds that raw cruiser edge.
Comfy, Connected Cockpit
Hop on the solo saddle, and low bars with forward pegs feel like a laid-back throne—no numb legs after hours. The round LCD dash pops speed, tach, gear, fuel, and Bluetooth alerts via the updated Rideology app for calls or basic nav. USB-C keeps your phone juiced, 14L tank tucks sleek—optional pillion seat adds two-up fun. ERGO-FIT tweaks bars and seat for your vibe—upright posture nails city crawls or highway chills, though firm shocks can jolt on rough patches.
Parallel-Twin Power Surge
The 649cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin churns 61 hp at 7,500 rpm and 62 Nm at 4,600 rpm—6-speed gearbox with slip-assist clutch shifts smooth, hitting 0-100 kmph in ~5 seconds and topping 170 kmph. ARAI 20.58 kmpl (real-world 18-20) stretches the tank 250-280 km at Rs. 4-5/km—torquey mid-range for quick overtakes, throaty growl on throttle. Telescopic forks (120 mm travel) and twin shocks (90 mm) soak bumps decently, no corner wobble—refined for highways, though vibes creep at high revs.
Safety That Holds Tight
Dual-channel ABS pairs 300 mm front and 260 mm rear discs for bite in rain—no traction control, but the trellis frame and wide tires grip corners like glue. LED taillight and kill switch add night smarts—side-stand cut-off saves slips. It’s tough for city dings, chasing 4-star Global NCAP—solid for new cruisers wanting confidence without nanny vibes.
Price and Quick Grab
Single variant at Rs. 7.10 lakh ex-showroom—on-road Delhi Rs. 7.9-8.2 lakh with taxes. October 2025 launch means stock at Kawasaki dealers or BikeWale, with September festive perks: Rs. 10k-20k cashback, EMI from Rs. 14,000/month on SBI cards, or free gear. Maintenance Rs. 8k-12k yearly, 2-year/unlimited km warranty—waits 7-30 days, resale 70% after two years if babied.
Rider Raves and Gripes
Owners love the low seat and punch—“cruiser soul with zip,” one Bangalore rider says—but mileage dips in city, and no TFT bugs tech fans. Service solid in metros, patchy in sticks. Vs. Iron 883’s rumble or Meteor’s heritage, Vulcan S wins on agility—top if easy cruising’s your vibe.
Quick Specs
October 2025 launch, Rs. 7.10 lakh, 649cc parallel-twin, 61 hp, 20.58 kmpl ARAI, telescopic suspension—one variant. Swing by for Metallic Matte Carbon Gray or deals—your cruiser’s ready to roll.
