Anyone thinking about buying a used Vulcan should read this : Before buying a pre 2000 Vulcan know that they had a recall because they have plastic oil gears, and are known to go out at around 25,000 miles. Years 2000 and newer are exempt. So, ask before you buy, for a repair slip stating that the gears have been replaced with steel ones, or be ready to do the work yourself at some point. Go to Vulcan forum online and ask around. I was wondering why so many Vulcan's come up for sale before 25,000 miles, and came up with this. When asked if the plastic oil gears (or POG's as refereed to by anyone dealing with this repair) had been replaced, I got clueless replies, or chewed out for knocking their listing, which was not the case. Kawasaki Vulcan's are amazing bikes, and maintained will last over 100,000+ miles. Just be aware of the plastic oil gears pre 2000. If the dealer or owner cant show you the repair slip, it probably has not been done and should be checked out.
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