I was apprehensive, but really wanted a bigger bike. I thought the 1500 would be perfect, and IT IS. The price was right w/ taxes, title etc. and the dealer had installed a sissy bar, pad and rack on my left-over '06 Anniversary and it delivers just what I wanted. It is a highway cruiser that performs comfortably, without hesitation. I am delighted leaving other bikes in a blur in my rearview mirrors. 82 MPH is smooth and effortless on the interstate. It goes 0 to 70 in about 5 seconds. I am averaging about 45 MPG. I have been looking at and trying bigger bikes for several years and am glad I waited to find this buy. The stock pipes are very quiet but she's tuned perfectly to them, so I am settling for the performance she delivers. I see no need to fix something that is not broken. I can quietly cruise at 70 while others just sound-like-it. And my Vulcan 1500 looks as good as any other more expensive bike. My other ride is an '88 Suzuki 750 Intruder (a great ride), but my Vulcan better fills the bill for comfort and performance on long rides and is Interstate-worthy.
Upgrades/Accessories: The dealer had added a sissy bar, pad and luggage rack included in my deal price. I added a Memphis Fats windshield and Kawasaki engine guard. The next additions will be driving lights, bags, and probably a trunk to increase utility. I have grown accustomed to the stock (quiet) pipes and I'm reluctant to risk a change in performance. My bike is tuned perfectly to the stock exhaust system. There is absolutely no hesitation in the throttle from 0 or 80 MPH.
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