Man, the Kawasaki Vulcan 2025 lineup is like that laid-back crew of cruisers who’s had a quick refresh—still all about that low rumble and easy miles, but with subtle tweaks to keep ’em fresh for weekend warriors and daily riders. Kawasaki’s classic series got minor updates for 2025, spotlighting the Vulcan S with a new Pearl Matte Sage Green color and the same 649cc parallel-twin grunt, no big mechanical shake-ups but enough to hold its own against the Harley Iron 883 or Indian Scout. Priced from Rs. 7.10 lakh ex-showroom for the Vulcan S (the only model in India), it’s a value play for folks chasing retro style with modern comfort—perfect if you’re eyeing a beginner cruiser with 61 hp torque, though the 20.58 kmpl real-world thirst might have you planning fuel stops on long hauls.
Retro-Modern Design
These cruisers keep that timeless bobber look—the Vulcan S at 2,250 mm long, 785 mm wide, 1,100 mm tall, with a 1,510 mm wheelbase that’s nimble for city dodges. At 235 kg kerb and 130 mm ground clearance, it hugs tarmac but skips bumps okay. The 2025 S rocks a sporty silhouette with round LED headlamp, teardrop tank, and chopped fender in Pearl Matte Sage Green or Metallic Matte Carbon Gray—18-inch front and 16-inch rear alloys with 130/70-18 and 150/80-16 tubeless tires grip steady. The 705 mm seat welcomes shorter riders, forward pegs stretch you out comfy—slim for tight parking, but the exposed frame adds raw edge.
Rider-Ready Cockpit
Hop on the solo seat, and low bars with forward pegs feel like a chill throne—no numb legs after hours. The round LCD dash pops speed, tach (bar-style), gear, fuel, and Bluetooth alerts via Rideology app for calls or messages. USB-C keeps your phone juiced, 14L tank tucks neat—optional pillion seat adds two-up fun. ERGO-FIT tweaks bars, pegs, and seat for your fit—upright posture nails city crawls or highway chills, though firm shocks jolt on rough patches.
Strong V-Twin Performance
The Vulcan S’s 649cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin pumps 61 hp at 7,500 rpm and 62 Nm at 4,600 rpm—6-speed gearbox with slip-assist clutch shifts crisp, 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 overtakes, throaty growl on throttle. Telescopic forks (120 mm travel) and twin shocks (90 mm) eat bumps decently, no wallow in corners—refined for highways, minor vibes at high revs. The Vulcan 900’s 903cc V-twin ups it to 50 hp and 97 Nm for smoother pulls.
Safety That’s Solid
Dual-channel ABS pairs 300 mm front and 260 mm rear discs for bite in rain—no traction control flash, but the trellis frame and wide tires grip tight. LED taillight and kill switch add night smarts—side-stand cut-off saves slips. It’s tough for urban dings, chasing 4-star Global NCAP—solid for new cruisers wanting confidence without nanny vibes.
Pricing and Availability
Vulcan S at Rs. 7.10 lakh ex-showroom (single variant)—on-road Delhi Rs. 7.9-8.2 lakh with taxes. October 2025 launch means stock at Kawasaki dealers like JBM Chennai or BikeWale, with September festive perks: Rs. 10k cashback on SBI/HDFC/ICICI cards, EMI from Rs. 14,000/month (10% down, 3-year, 8.5% interest), or free gear. Maintenance Rs. 8k-12k yearly, 2-year/unlimited km warranty—waits 7-30 days, resale 70% after two years if pampered.
Rider Raves and Gripes
Owners dig the low seat and torque—”easy cruiser for Indians,” one Mumbai rider says—but price hike and no TFT bug some. Service ace in cities, spotty in sticks, black-only paint limiting. Vs. Super Meteor’s thump or Rebel’s polish, Vulcan wins on lightness—top if approachable style’s your jam.
Quick Specs
October 2025 launch, Rs. 7.10 lakh, 649cc parallel-twin, 61 hp, 20.58 kmpl ARAI, telescopic suspension—one variant. Swing by a dealer for Pearl Matte Sage Green or deals—your cruiser’s ready to roll.
