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This thread was created to consolidate and share information on this seemingly common issue. Please feel free to add any pertinant information, or pictures and schematics that may help other Vulcan riders find and repair these coolant leaks. It seems apparant that many Vulcan cruisers have...
This Sticky is for specific questions, concerns and feedback pertaining to the the Vulcan 500, 750 and 800 Models.
Here is the 2012 Odometer Race thread. DebbieW will probably be by with the instructions, I'm just setting up the thread and link since she doesn't have access to the main lobby.
This Sticky is for specific questions, concerns and feedback pertaining to the the Vulcan 1500, 1600 and 2000 Models.
Thought it was time we had a topic thread for the boys on the Drifters. Welcome guys, sorry we didn't do this earlier.
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I managed to get my first ride of the season in today. Other than the 25 mph cross winds it was a great ride. My ride is a 2006 VN900 Classic LT that I bought from another forum member, and a sweeter bike I could not look for. I had been wondering when I would have to replace the battery,, it...
I think I have the dumbest question ever. How oh how do you get the fill cap off on a 2009 vulcan 900. i tried changing my oil and got it drained and oil filter changed, but can not get the oil filler cap off. please some one enlighten me .
I just bought this bike and was changing out the spark plugs no problem right I've changed alot of spark plugs so pull the cap take out the plug pop in the new plug cap won't go on Looking at the old plug the terminal on the old plugs is missing found inside the cap now I've never seen anything...
I'm looking to buy a 98 vulcan that has a leak from the shift seal on the left cover. Is this a sign of another leak internally? Should there normaly be oil behind the left cover? This should be engine oil as well, correct? I also have read that replacing this seal requires pulling the engine. Have...
I have a 2002 Vulcan 1500 Classic FI. It idles and accelerates good. When backing off throttle to maintain speed, at low and high speeds, it misses. Any suggestions?
My battery died on my bike and want to get a good replacement. So what is the best battery for my 1998 Vulcan 800? Brand, sealed..?
Or: how to have fun on the weekend! :mrgreen: Been awhile since I've done anything to Ruby, and still had to remount the Tsukayu bags from the bolt failure last year (that really screwed up the paint job!). I have a used HD Tour Pack I got for a song last year that I've been wanting to get...
I bought a custom 6 months ago, its a great ride decent in Bangkok traffic. My question is around the classic with wider handlebars and a bigger tyre is it harder to manouvere ? Thanks
Forgive me if I've put this in the wrong forum Not real good at these sites With that said I need some help I have a 95 Vulcan 1500 Just got it Took it to the dealer To have it checked out was told It needed nothing And was the fastest He ever road Awesome i thought to my self Now it seems i have...
Anyone using these? If so, what's your opinion . . .
I am looking to buy a set of MAPAM forward controls for my 04 Meanstreak. I was wondering if you can replace the pegs that come with the forward controls with different pegs?
Hi fellow kwaks, I’m replacing rear tyre AGAIN on my meanie – it’s down to the nylon (only 7-8k miles on one). Does anyone know the various torque settings?? The last time I loosened the swing arm before taking the wheel spindle out. So I need to know settings for both (plus the calliper if it has...
Well I have to say I am going to miss my 900 custom, but my new Victory Vision is a sweet ride!! I wanted a Cross Country Tour but the Vision is way better. With that said, I have some parts to sell from my 900, Brand spanking new Mustang Vintage touring seat, stock drag bars, stock seat, and...
I am thinking of taking a ride from Colorado TO California. What is a good time for this trip? Bad time of year to go thru Nevada? Thinking of doing this in early August. To hot? Was planning on going out I-70 to Utah, down thru Vegas out to LA. Then down thru San Diego. Over to Lake Havasu...
I am going to change the spark plugs, but the spark plug wires are hard to remove. Are there any special tools to remove the plug wires? Any tips or tricks will be appreciated. Thanks...
I've been trying to decide between a Corbin seat or an Ultimate seat and am having a hard time chosing, the Corbin will actually be appx. $45.00 cheaper but that's not a big issue. I just want to get the most comfortable ride and be able to rack up a whole lot of miles in one day without being...
Hi All. Can anyone confirm that my U Joint needs replacing. The bike (VN1600) vibrates at low revs and when it's warm I can hear a muffled clunking noise that gets quicker when I accelerate and slower when I decelerate. Thanks.
i have a 99 vn800 i want to know what after market bars will fit factory cables? has any one found bars that fit with out changing the length of the cables.. i want to put the biltwell frisco bars on my bike but only if they fit factory cable lengths.. if not im going with the drag bars...
I have roughly 15 inch apes thats will be mounted with inch and a half risers. I have been getting mixed info on what size cables to purchase. Can anyone give their insight on the matter? Thanks guys
Has anyone messed with the Vulcan 800 starter clutch ? Bike wont turn over but the starter spins. I opened the right side of the motor and was hoping to find the clutch gear in pieces so I know what to fix but everything looked fine. Should I keep digging into the clutch or could it be something...
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