CariStarosta's 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

I had a 2005 Vulcan 500 LTD for my first ride. I am about 5'4" and thought it would be a good starter bike. I had it almost totally accessorized and then bought a 2007 Buell Blast.  I kept the Vulcan until the summer of 2007 when I traded it in on a 2007 Triumph Bonneville. The Vulcan had less than 3000 miles on it. I did so because I did not like the 33 degree rake on the Vulcan, but loved the handling on the Blast.  The Bonneville is a fantastic bike and much more user friendly for a beginning rider. I have almost 2200 miles on each of my current bikes- the increase in confidence for me was worth the switch in bikes.