2003 vs 2004 1600 Classic

BigRed · 08-05-2004

Does anyone know if this any material or substantial differences between the 2003 and 2004 1600 classic? I'm considering the 2003 and just want to make sure I'm not losing updates or improvements made in the 2004?

Thanks.

*bikeaholic* · 08-05-2004

same bike for all intents purposes

BigRed · 08-05-2004

thanks, thats what I thought

Paco · 08-05-2004

Same bikes, but make sure the 03 has had the muffler recall done.

mastercaster · 08-05-2004

there was a muffler bracket recall on many units and an oil filter recall on certain units. they switched them to a cartridge type. that's about it. but as mentioned before, i believe you could pick up an '03 model for a little less than 10,000 out the door. post a pic of it when you get it!

BigRed · 08-05-2004

thanks a lot, I'll make sure they have been done.

Freedom1600 · 08-07-2004

The guys covered 2 of the 3 recalls. The third one was the fuse for the cooling fan. You'll want to be sure that's been taken care of too. The original fuse was a 10A and the recall fuse is 15A.

I haven't had the oil filter recall done yet and I don't think I will. No one at Kawasaki has convinced me that it's serious enough to give up the convenience of a spin on filter!! Supposedly on a cold start there can be enough oil pressure to deform the base of the oil filter before the pressure relief valve opens. Someone told me that if you were running straight 50w oil, it was freezing cold out, and as soon as the engine started you opened the trottle wide open it might happen. I figure it's about as likely as the bike just starting on fire, so I'm going to let that one go.

I'm getting the muffler bracket fix done next week.

BigRed · 08-07-2004

Well I put down a $500 deposit on a red 2003 and he said they'd take care of everything before I picked it up at the end of the month. I can hardly wait!

**Spok** · 08-08-2004

we are in anticipation just like you awaiting your review post

Strictly VN 1600 · 08-08-2004

There has been done some minor changes to the 2004 model. Not anything that would actually matter.

- Different horn. Not that weird looking they had in the beginning. The new one is better, but not best looking either.

- Clutch and brake master cylinder bodies machined smooth. Makes them look a bit better.

- I've read that the mirrors are also a bit different... Haven't caught my eye though..

bud8fan · 08-08-2004

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRed

Well I put down a $500 deposit on a red 2003 and he said they'd take care of everything before I picked it up at the end of the month. I can hardly wait!

congrats on the new scoot...in advance

08-05-2004	#1 (permalink)
BigRed Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 100	2003 vs 2004 1600 Classic Does anyone know if this any material or substantial differences between the 2003 and 2004 1600 classic? I'm considering the 2003 and just want to make sure I'm not losing updates or improvements made in the 2004? Thanks. __________________ 2003 1600 Classic in Red

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bikeaholic Sick & Twisted Moderator Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: edenton north carolina Posts: 4,352	re same bike for all intents purposes __________________ 2004 - 1600 classic 1997 - 1200C harley sporty 1985 - 750 Honda Shadow VROC# 20171 Chromaholic #512

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BigRed Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 100	gracias thanks, thats what I thought __________________ 2003 1600 Classic in Red

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Paco Turtle Wax Taster BTK Intermediate Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Greenwood, In Posts: 151	Same bikes, but make sure the 03 has had the muffler recall done. __________________ Paco 06 KLR 650 VROC 6598 Greenwood, In

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BigRed Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 100	Muffler/Oil thanks a lot, I'll make sure they have been done. __________________ 2003 1600 Classic in Red

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mastercaster Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 28	there was a muffler bracket recall on many units and an oil filter recall on certain units. they switched them to a cartridge type. that's about it. but as mentioned before, i believe you could pick up an '03 model for a little less than 10,000 out the door. post a pic of it when you get it!

08-07-2004	#7 (permalink)
Freedom1600 Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 135	The guys covered 2 of the 3 recalls. The third one was the fuse for the cooling fan. You'll want to be sure that's been taken care of too. The original fuse was a 10A and the recall fuse is 15A. I haven't had the oil filter recall done yet and I don't think I will. No one at Kawasaki has convinced me that it's serious enough to give up the convenience of a spin on filter!! Supposedly on a cold start there can be enough oil pressure to deform the base of the oil filter before the pressure relief valve opens. Someone told me that if you were running straight 50w oil, it was freezing cold out, and as soon as the engine started you opened the trottle wide open it might happen. I figure it's about as likely as the bike just starting on fire, so I'm going to let that one go. I'm getting the muffler bracket fix done next week. __________________ '03 Vulcan 1600 Classic - F&S Backrest - Rifle Windshield, Classic L, 22" - F&S Lightbar - Mustang Seat, Two-piece Touring - River Road Bags - Cobra Passenger Footrests Ride Alert - Ride Safe

08-07-2004	#8 (permalink)
BigRed Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 100	They said they'd do it all Well I put down a $500 deposit on a red 2003 and he said they'd take care of everything before I picked it up at the end of the month. I can hardly wait! __________________ 2003 1600 Classic in Red

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Spok RIP Deron - 1400Pilot Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mount Vernon, Washington Posts: 34,608	we are in anticipation just like you awaiting your review post __________________ In Memory of Deron Harden - 1400 Pilot. You are missed.

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Strictly VN 1600 Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Helsinki, Finland Posts: 101	There has been done some minor changes to the 2004 model. Not anything that would actually matter. - Different horn. Not that weird looking they had in the beginning. The new one is better, but not best looking either. - Clutch and brake master cylinder bodies machined smooth. Makes them look a bit better. - I've read that the mirrors are also a bit different... Haven't caught my eye though..

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