Kawasaki vulcan 1500 starting problems.

POGs were replaces with steel starting in 2000, so that won't be an issue. Once it has over 30-40k miles, it may need cam chain tensioner extenders, but that's an easy fix. Other than that, the most common problem is the owners who get on them and start riding frequently don't want to come back! 04 1500 Classic. Mustang Seat.ride and had big time problems with the engine choking out (almost stalling) when I cranked the throttle. It also stalled ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other ...4920 posts · Joined 2010. #4 · Oct 12, 2011. Actually, the only REAL issue with the 04 model, is Kawasaki "tweaked" a few things starting with the 05 model. Nothing major... But stuff like the way the rear brakes connect, or the way the regulator (the thing under the radiator) is bolted to the frame. A few things here, a few things there.1. Clean your ground cable where it attaches to the back of motor. Make sure its tight. 2. Disconnect your battery, make sure your wires attaching to your starter solenoid are clean and tight. Don't just look at them, undo the connectors and make sure. Reattach your ground.

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I have a kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic motorcycle. The problem is that when start the ignition, after 2-3 minutes - Answered by a verified Motorcycle Mechanic. ... The problem is that when start the ignition, after 2-3 minutes the muffler turns red as if it were about to light on fire. The spark plugs are brand new.Starting problem. Tags ... Kawasaki Vulcan Forum. 715.3K posts ... Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. Show Less . Full Forum Listing. Explore Our Forums.

97 Vulcan 1500 Classic wont start. ... I didn't have a problem with it at all til I went to the Kawasaki dealership to get the oil changed and rode it for two days after then this happened, it doesn't turnover or crank at all . Save Share. Like. 1. 171985.Replaced the battery but still it would not start. After checking that there was a spark at each of the spark plugs I suspected a fuel delivery problem. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan ...A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.That would have been a problem because I couldn't have re-applied any new shrink wrap since this actually goes along side existing wires that are going to the battery. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan ...Apr 19, 2010 · #1 · Apr 19, 2010. Hey y'all, I've got a 96 1500 Vulcan classic that won't start. I was riding one day, all was well. Went to go visit a friend, shut the bike down and when I was ready to leave she wouldn't start. The battery went dead, so I bought a new one and she still wont start. Checked all the fuse's and connections. Still no luck.

Apr 19, 2024 · 1.1 Overview of the starting problem The starting problem is a common issue that can occur with the Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic motorcycle. When the bike fails to start, it can be frustrating for the rider and may indicate an underlying problem. Properly diagnosing the issue is crucial to determine the cause and find the appropriate solution.

2297 posts · Joined 2009. #5 · Sep 20, 2017. Your '96, 1500D1, was factory equipped with front & rear KACR (Kawasaki Automatic Compression Release), units. They are designed to reduce compression when starting. The compression numbers you observed indicate the KACR units have been removed, or they both have broken, (which is very unlikely).

I cannot say what causes that problem. But I can say I doubt very much it was the PCV, as it runs off of the bike. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan ...A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.4920 posts · Joined 2010. #4 · Oct 12, 2011. Actually, the only REAL issue with the 04 model, is Kawasaki "tweaked" a few things starting with the 05 model. Nothing major... But stuff like the way the rear brakes connect, or the way the regulator (the thing under the radiator) is bolted to the frame. A few things here, a few things there.*I can push start start it but dies later and I did that in the parking lot but after charging the battery is just clicks. all the fuses are good main is good too. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500 ...3 posts · Joined 2010. #1 · Apr 4, 2010. Hi all, I am new to the forum and I recently purchased a 2002 Vulcan Nomad 1500 with a little under 7K on the clock. I immediately changed the oil/checked all of the fluids and put on V&H Baggers. I have put a few hundred miles on it since I got it and I have noticed a fairly prevelant ticking noice ...Brake problems. Jump to Latest ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. ... Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all ...1996 Vulcan 1500 Classic clutch problems. When riding a cold bike the clutch works fine. After about 10 minutes clutch will start to slip when excellerating. Eventually will disengage completely and bike will not move at all.

Starts then dies - help! I have a 1998 Vulcan 1500 that's been sitting for two years. Wouldn't start at first but after draining tank, draining carbs and filling with pure seafoam for several days it will start with full choke only but dies right away. it will stay running with starter fluid but I did notice something strange, that air was ...But the 4-speed '96 to 5-speed '99 situation sounds like a deal breaker. Even if I get a drive shaft working, wont my clutch system and other stuff pose problems too? If so, I have a nice BUBF 1500-A for sale! I'll have to start over finding a turn-key motor meant for my year. Any info about 4spd to 5 conversion would be helpful, if it's possible.rustygunner. 11774 posts · Joined 2008. #6 · Jun 7, 2010. Float is stuck, or the float valve leaking; happens all the time with the 800's. Check for gas in the intake, I'd bet you'll find some. '01 1500 Nomad. "we are small and exposed, and probably moving too fast for our own good". -Dave Karlotski-.Oct 28, 2010 · A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. Your bike has never had a starting problem. It has a running problem or ignition problem. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. ... Vulcan 1500 ...

Jul 5, 2011 · A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. rt66john Discussion starter. 6 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Apr 24, 2023 (Edited) Hello Everyone, I have a no-start issue with my 2004 Nomad 1500 FI. Last November, the bike wouldn't start. A friend (Mercedes tech) and I diagnosed coils as the issue, no voltage at plug wires. I let it sit over the winter as Chicago winters can get darn cold.

1998 Vulcan 1500 won't start. This thing is driving me crazy. With the key on I have full running lights but when I hit the start all I get is a clicking from the starter relay (solenoid). The battery is new and charged, I get a full 12+ volts on the multi meter. I get the same reading when I put the neg lead on the battery post or on the frame ...The Kawasaki part number that Gadget listed is right on the money and is 49050-1002. Here's some additional info though just in case you have a bearing dealer close to home. The cap size is 22mm and the length from cap to cap is 52mm. Here's the place I finally found one online from and their price was $30 vs $62 from Kawasaki AND it has a ...Vulcan 800 Starting problem, please help. Jump to Latest ... Starting problem, please help. Jump to Latest Follow 2K views ...I'm just trying to figure out where the problem is because the light functionally works, just not at the right time ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan ...won't start up after its warm". 2005 vulcan 1500 Classic FI with 14,000 miles on it. starts up great when its cold and runs fine but if I stop for a few minutes it won't start or even try to start. After it sets for 15 minutes or so it will start up (takes a more cranks but it will start) and run fine.33 posts · Joined 2016. #8 · Jul 16, 2017. I have a 2003 1500 carb.. and a 2008 1600 FI. although the carb one is OK..I like the FI one better. it seems smoother and warms up a lot faster. No real problems for me on either. 2008 1600 Vulcan Classic. 2003 1500 Vulcan Classic. 2014 suzuki c50 boss edition.

3. Generally there is a switch that expands and contracts with heat, thus making the necessary "contact" allowing fan to operate. 4. Inspect for any leakage around fan. 5. A ''sticky" thermostat, that sticks open will let the bike run cool, ergo, the fan won't come on. 6.

3787 posts · Joined 2007. #2 · Dec 25, 2010. From 1987 through 1999, all Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 models, except the Drifter, were built with a plastic oil pump gear. IT FAILS FREQUENTLY! Go to Kawasaki.com and register your bike's VIN via the process there, and then look for any service recalls. While there, take a look at the parts diagrams for ...

26 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Jun 22, 2013. I finally got my 97 Vulcan 1500 classic on the road drove it for the first time and it has been at random moments spitting and sputtering took it home went to leave same issues when I took it for a drive this morning and same thing I pulled the choke closed a little and drove the bike and it ran ...Have the problem inserting the key at 0 degrees or at 180 degrees (if that makes sense). ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.I have a vn2000 jumping out of 2 nd 3rd and 4th gear any had that problem . Save Share. Like. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.2003 Vulcan 1500 Classic Won't Start : (. The bike sat for about 3 to 4 weeks. I tried to start it the other day and it made clicking sounds but did not start. In subsequent tries to start, there wasn't even a clicking sound. I thought maybe the battery had drained so I put it on a tender and let it charge fully.Hello all, new member here. Having a no start issue. Bike is a 2008 kawasaki vulcan nomad 1600. Currently has 66,447 miles on it. No modifications, all stock. ... fuel is not the problem (but it was previously) therefore the problem must be ignition. ... Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan ...4 posts · Joined 2012. #1 · Sep 21, 2012. I bought a new 2011 Vulcan 1700 Classic in June 2012. Every time I started the bike it would run for a few seconds and then stall. After the second attempt to start the bike, the bike would run fine. I felt the stalling problem was unacceptable, so I brought the bike to the dealership for repair under ...14 posts · Joined 2004. #5 · Jul 26, 2006. Solved the misfiring on my 1500 FI Classic. lylemills said: I am all of the sudden having trouble with my 1500 Classic FI (2002) misfiring after warming up. Due to the increased electric demand of the FI. I am wondering if a week battery could be the culprit. It's a 2002 1500 Classic FI and still has ...when the bike doesn't start in neutral (diode open circuit) or if the neutral light comes on when you pull in the clutch (diode short circuit) it's a sign the diode is shot. The parts diagram shows the diode as a 'rectifier' (which it is): 21061-1003. About $17 from Partzila but a ten cent generic 12v diode from Radio shack would do the trick ...

Aug 7, 2009 · Vulcan1500 will not start. On The vulcan you can access the starter relay directly, you have 2 bolts for the power leads on the back, carefully short the two big bolts with a screw driver, this wil put power directly on the starter bypassing all. If you think that there is a problem maybee with the starter, then 1st remove the starter from the ... Hi, I was trying to start my 1996 Vulcan 1500 for the first time today. I put a new battery in and and went to start it up. ... This problem is so common it has become comical. We just had a thread not to long ago about setting up one's own battery. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join ...A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.If your 1500 vulcan won't start... It's not the sidestand switch, if it won't start. It just won't run with sidestand "down" and in gear, with the clutch out. So here's the troubleshoot. First check the battery voltage. It should be 12.5 or more. Then check that the positive and negative connection are clean and tight on the battery.Instagram:https://instagram. best buy 30 andrews dr woodland park nj 07424crunch 4th of july hoursroute 51 closurehouston interactive aquarium coupon rt66john Discussion starter. 6 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Apr 24, 2023 (Edited) Hello Everyone, I have a no-start issue with my 2004 Nomad 1500 FI. Last November, the bike wouldn’t start. A friend (Mercedes tech) and I diagnosed coils as the issue, no voltage at plug wires. I let it sit over the winter as Chicago winters can get … 5 day forecast douglasville gajust for today march 11 None seem to match my issue. I have a 2004 Vulcan 1500 with nearly 24,000 miles on it. Recently it has begun giving me an issue when I go to start it. I turn the key on, all the lights light up. Bike is in neutral. Hit the start button and nothing, no starter noise, no lights dimming, lots of silence. It does not always do it but when it does I ... gas station saginaw mi A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles.I have a 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500. I recently changed the oil and spark plugs. ... Sometimes on cold-ish start-ups, it will fire right up and run a little fast (just like its choked, sounds normal) then slows down to an idle, coughs and dies. ... Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500 ...Those things are almost always the cause of the problems on bikes that have them. The biggest problem with them is that they sometimes don't show up as problems for a while. ... A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000 ...