Hugs Illustrated Issue 1 2019 | Page 12

12 K AWASAKI VULCAN 2019 ISSUE #1 What does it mean to be a proud owner of a Kawasaki Vulcan S? Well, let me tell you! I STOPPED into Jim Gilbert’s Wheels & Deals PowerSports location one evening after noticing a few motorcycles parked out front that intrigued me. I had been driving a motorcycle—a Honda Shadow 750cc—for about three years, but I was looking for a change. The first motorcycle I sat on that evening was the Kawasaki Vulcan S and . . . yes, I was hooked! I could not believe how well it fit me. Being 5’3”, this was the first motorcycle that I sat on where my first thought was “This is perfect!” I could not believe how light it was, how easy it was to reach the foot pegs, and how easy it was to sit on the seat and yet have my feet both firmly planted on the ground. And the best part: the narrow gas tank. This was an issue with my Honda Shadow, which has a wide tank. "EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS VULCAN S WAS PERFECT, BUT WAS IT? I WAS TOLD IT WAS A 650CC, BUT MINE WAS A 750CC SO THAT MEANT IT HAD LESS POWER. BOY, WAS I WRONG! I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE AND I AM EXTREMELY HAPPY THAT I DID. IT FITS PERFECTLY, I AM COMFORTABLE HANDLING IT ON TWISTS AND TIGHT TURNS, I HAVE EXCELLENT CONTROL ON THE CORNERS, THE POWER HAS DEFINITELY SURPRISED ME, AND I COULDN’T HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER MOTORCYCLE." The 2019 Kawasaki Vulcan S is an amazing midrange urban cruiser. Looking at it, your first thought will be “Will a 650cc engine be able to put out enough power to move the Vulcan S?” Well my friends, prepare yourself. No other cruiser handles like the Vulcan S. At a standstill, the handlebars fell very light and easy to turn. While riding, it handles amazingly well, unlike anything you could have expected. The 2019 Kawasaki Vulcan looks astonishing. If you are into cruisers, it just might be one of your favourite cruiser designs. The unsung hero of Huggable—enjoying his second decade with Wheels and Deals—is John Eliakis, a born-and-bred Frederictonian, graduating from Fredericton High School in 1998. Ask John for the secret to his success and longevity and he says it’s simple. He believes that focusing on being in the moment with his customers and really listening to what they have to say is crucial to being the best salesperson possible. He loves his job and prides himself on being genuine with everyone who walks into his office, never rushing them to make a decision. John feels that people really appreciate that quality, and loving his job makes it easier to connect with every person who comes through his door.