[Fast Ham Freddy]

So I have read that the vulcan is one of the best beginner bikes on the market and I do like it, and dont want to go any smaller do to the fact once i get use to city riding i will be using my bike for 2 to 5 hour trips on a regular basis. however I have also read into the shadow vlx and have seen alot of sites say that they arent much faster then a vulcan 500, that and they seem to be around the same weight however think the vulcan is a little longer in length. getting to the point, being as they are both the same price and from what i have gathered have around the same power does the honda vlx make a good beginner bike like the vulcan 500. only wondering because im into the style of bobbers and would like to convert whatever bike in get into one, that and i like to look of the the engine more (v twin or whatever still learning). im really just wondering if the slx is getting in over my head for a first bike.

[Matt]

I really don’t think the VLX will be over anyones head so long as the can manage the weight (the weight is only an issue in low speed maneuvering).

The gearing is really tall (only 4 gears). It makes for a good bike to spend a few hours on.

I’ve read reviews that say the vulcan is the nicest small-to-mid sized cruiser for long trip comfort. It also has a different feeling power delivery from the other cruisers. Other cruisers (like the VLX) will develop a good push a low rpm, but it will peter down as the revs climb. The Vulcan (having a Ninja engine) will need to be revved a bit, and the higher the rpm, the faster you’ll accelerate.

My mom has the VLX, she loves it. A co-worker has the Vulcan, his only complaint is that it is a titch small for him (tall guy). Go with whichever you find more comfortable, they are both good bikes.

[six-shooter]

I looked at both the VLX & the 500 when I was purchasing another bike a couple of months ago and decided on the the Vulcan… while I actually liked the looks of the VLX better (they had an “ice blue” model that was sharp), but for me personally, there was NO comparison to the Vulcan on how comfortable the bike felt. Since I’ve had the bike, I can honestly say that I’ve been extremely pleased with it and am so glad I went with the Vulcan. It has plently of power for freeway riding and is really smooth through the 6 gears. However, like you said, it doesn’t have that v-twin look, so if you’re if that’s the style you’re wanting, the VLX may suit you better. Just sit on both before you buy. I think you’ll be happy with whichever you decide.

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