I have that same fender eliminator on my vulcan. I went with the smoked out look. I'd check out a custom corbin seat, I have one and its super comfortable.
if it wasn't already mentioned, the turn signals: when you had the stock ones on, they use a filament bulb, which adds resistance and is how the bike knows the signal is working. Changing over to all LED, doesn't have the resistance and the bike thinks the bulb is burned out, that's why it wont blink. There's a resister you buy or make, to put in the wiring, that fixes this. search turn signal resistor.
thanks for the info..i have a flash relay that I am going to install to hopefully fix the hyperflash issue. My turn signals blink on and off but just too fast 😅
If you haven't already found a solution for your hyper flash problem, all you need is an LED conversion resistor. You can buy them at any parts store dirt cheap. You just wire the resistor in parallel (bridge the +/- wires going to your turn signals with the wires on the resistor) with your signal wiring. You'll need one for each turn signal.
Awesome thanks for the info I got a flash relay from Amazon just haven't installed yet. If that doesn't fix it I'll surely use your method. Thanks again!
They run away..in a instinctual direction that we should pray isn't the street we are on lol, it is a relevant thing to consider, because as they say, leave sleeping dogs lye, a deer grazing in a field hears that where they might have just kept grazing, now they are startled and running on instinct
@@AmaTechBlog same as me! It depends on where it is currently positioned. I would say loosen the bolts and adjust the bars and see what is comfortable than tighten the bolts.
It's a deer whistle. So deers run away from me when riding. I almost hit one so had to get it. Here's one option from Amazon amzn.to/3QvouS9 just search deer whistle
This video it beautiful and thank you. i finally found some foot boards. couldnt find any prior. I will mention about the seats, the Extended for anyone wondering if you are 6ft+ it is worth getting and EXTREMELY more comfortable than both the standard and mid reach seat. longer rides are more gentle on the tushie.
Thank you! Glad you found good foot boards. I agree the extended seat is the most comfortable seat Kawa offers. It actually had a gel pad inside. But if you are a shorter rider like me then the extended seat puts you too far back in the saddle. I wish they made the mid reach and standard seats with gel pad inside too. Ride safe bro!
Great video and mods btw. Can the USB adaptor be left plugged in to the 12v DC power outlet without draining the battery as long as nothing is attached?
I'm surprised the booster plug removed your throttle jerkiness. I installed one on my Vulcan S and it still feels as horrifically twitchy as it was before. If the booster plug was installed on my bike without me knowing, I wouldn't be able to tell the difference. I wonder if it's because I have a California-model bike and something about the CARB equipment or ECU tuning is preventing the booster plug from being effective.
Hmm that's interesting. Is the air sensor mounted in a good open position without any pinch points? I wonder if it's a combination of my exhaust and the booster plug that makes it smoother. You could also check your throttle free play. My throttle free play was too loose before so that added some jerkiness. After tightening it got better. Good luck and ride safe!
@@Kamdorian Yeah, the air sensor is mounted in the same place you have yours, no pinches in the wire. I'll check my throttle freeplay: that's an easy and free adjustment I can do.
I have a 2022 Vulcan S 650.I purchased the same mini boards.I cannot find the correct adapter to fit.The one I have is to small.Lot of play between adapter and mount. Do you have a part number for the adapters? Your videos have been very helpful. THANKS!
Awesome glad the videos help. Here is the link for the adapters I used. I also have a video on the install of the boards with these adapters amzn.to/3ZJeyam
sad---- some countries only bring in one configuration when tall persons need the extended seat; and reduced handlebars; but; can't get !!! I must order extra outside; if in Asia. One config in Thailand; How unhelpful is that ! Must find these to rebuild. or .... just get a honda. ??
Ahh sorry to hear that yea they should offer all seat types. I have a stock and extended reach seat. The extended reach is the most comfortable but it puts me too far from handlebars so I am leaning forward a little bit. I also want to change the handlebars one day so they are closer to me. I want a very laid back relaxed seating position.
I'm not too sure about the logic of a brighter headlight being better than stock. I've had people flash their car bright lights at me because they thought my high beam was on and they literally blinded me for a split second. If someone can't see a standard headlight (of course you should use high beams on occasions when necessary) then there's nothing you can buy to protect yourself from that individual.
I agree it all depends on how bright it is and yes too bright can be dangerous for on coming traffic. I did a test with my wife driving her car coming towards me at night and she said the headlight was not blindingly bright but good brightness for visibility.
Wow ! The only common mods between my Vulcan and yours are those levers (which I’ve not installed), Air seat and Booster Plug.. I think you’ve already watched my short video : ua-cam.com/video/hckEN90IqEU/v-deo.html Curious to know how effective that Deer 🦌 repellent is.. This is one of the most overrated mods according to Ryan F9..
Hi, I have holes in my stock exhaust (drilled by previous owner) and it has failed a WOF. I’m hoping to get an exhaust like yours, but I’m not sure it’ll pass a WOF because of the decibels. Is yours compliant?
This exhaust is definitely louder than the stock exhaust with holes drilled so I assume it would also fail the WOF. I live in a state that doesn't require motorcycle inspection and no limit on noise.
Saw a video of one of these on the dyno. With the booster plug the bike was getting less HP and burning through a LOT more fuel. When they tuned the bike they reduced the fuel by 15% compared to the booster plug.
Hi did you end up swapping to tje extended seat? I've got the standard and my backside goes dead after 20 minutes of sitting in it. On the softest suspension setting and its rubbish so am looking to upgrade that too if you have any suggestions
I have the mid range standard seat and I added a cheap cushion from Amazon. It definitely helps with comfort to allow me to ride for 45min-1hr before it gets uncomfortable. I have a extended reach stock seat as well which is way more comfortable it has a gel insert in it but that seat puts me too far back so I have to reach farther to grab the handle bars. There are tons of custom aftermarket seats out there but can get expensive in the $600+ range. Or you can just buy a cheap air filled cushion from Amazon! Good luck and ride safe!
Anyone have any experience putting on a windscreen w this headlight mod? Wondering which one I can install bc idk if the Vulcan a specific ones will fit
Is there a reason why you can't remove the old mirror holders on the vulcan? Just ordered the 2023 and get it in January. Got the same mirrors you have, so curious
On the 2017 model that I have the mirror holders are actually part of the clamp that holds the brake and clutch lever assemblies onto the handle bars so removing the mirror holders means nothing holding the lever assemblies. there may be after market clamps that can replace the stock ones so then the mirror holders would be gone but I haven't looked into it yet. I'll do some research and let you know. If you find anything let me know. Congrats on the bike ride safe!
It sucks. I got those same mirrors, got them where I like them, turned to the left not thinking and the mirror hit the tank and scratched it. I smacked myself so hard after that…
Sorry to hear that definitely feels bad to scratch up the tank. When I installed mine I slowly turned fully both ways to make sure the mirrors didn't hit the tank. A lot of companies sell paint touch up kits that could easily fix the scratches or at least make them less visible.
You know you can apparently get your ecu flashed to remove the jerky motor issue (instead of using the booster plug). Other than that, with these modifications you made, it's my dream bike!
Awsome! Thanks these mods and the show tour! Nice tipp that muffler solution at 11:01 I wouldn't have thought so on it. My options was may a change a cushions to airfoam's type, and put a secondary WiDE seat on the back, and those rest pedals, and something analog guages instead of digital blindness meters. Fabolous the rear led method too. I don't know what I would do without them. Maybe a one metallic blue motorcycle? - Hilarious. - I think so the vinyl body sticker will solves that too.
Idk what it is about the Vulcan s, I've had bigger bikes before, and I find this one to be more fun. I was hesitant at first about the smaller size. But I love it
Totally agree, I have had and ridden bigger bikes too and they just feel clunky compared to the Vulcan. It's the perfect balance of light weight and agile. Love this bike. Only other bike I want in my collection is a Harley or another v twin, miss that exhaust sound.
Will show in future video soon! But you can mount them and angle in such a way that it will not hit the tank at full turn, however it will hit your legs. I will probably switch to mounting above the bars at some point.
Which exhaust do you have? The cs racing exhaust does not require booster plug because it has a muffler built in. I do have booster plug though because it improves throttle response and less engine braking. Just search booster plug in Google you can buy directly from their website. Installation is fairly easy too.
That is true! I might get crash bars one day but they need to be very low profile to keep the tight clean look!! I have a windshield but haven't installed yet.
@@Kamdorian Just interested in how the windscreen (vertical style I hope) is going to fit with the LED headlight. Hope to see the video of that installation soon :)
Check the end of the video description there are Amazon links for kuryakan floorboard and adapter for floorboard that you will need. Let me know if are unable to find it.
I changed my mirrors with exactly the same you have. Earlier, in the video you explain how to do it, I read that this cause some vibrations. In my case, I had some vibrations before change the mirrors, and after I did it, I do not have absolutely any. I didn't add back the wights too. Whatever :) I like how your Vulcan looks like, and I'm going to almost copy it :) Great job! And thank you for the videos, and additional information!
Awesome man glad the mirrors reduced the vibration and also thank you for watching the videos! You can surely copy all my mods!! Let me know if you have any questions.
Yea totally needed. It was relatively cheap as far as mods go. Kawa should have made it standard it's just a piece of metal, im sure they could make it in house or outsource for very cheap.
Haha as long as the dogs run away from me then I am fine! Before I got the whistle a few times dogs actually ran towards me while I was riding way too many close calls lol
@@Kamdorian OH snap. OK. The semi-shiney black metal panels on the side are like a brushed aluminum color on mine. I'm probably going to plastidip them or something. Your bike looks sweet as heck.
It depends on how the visor is mounted. If it has mounts on the forks next to the current headlight then it won't fit because the new headlight brackets take up the space on the forks.
Great bike, great videos. Do you know by chance the correct way to run the vent hoses that run off the left side of the fuel tank? I had my Vulcan s painted recently and now I’m struggling to get it put back together. The two fuel lines I think one is a vent hose, that run off of the left side of the tank are unmarked. I see a blue dot next to one of the ports on the tank but idk which hose connects there. One hose is real long and runs down by the kickstand the other looks like it’s a lot shorter and maybe runs under the seat. I’m just not sure which port to connect them to on the tank and I’m sure if it’s wrong can mess something up. If you can help that would be awesome. Thank you
@@BobbiWorley-rs1zz thanks for the comment! Sorry I don't know which hose is correct. Best bet would be to check the bikes manual and also just email Kawasaki customer service I'm sure they would know. Another option is to ask a Kawasaki dealer or even just go there and see how the hoses are connected on a stock bike in the dealership. Good luck bro and ride safe!
Your bike looks so clean! Love what you’ve done with it. Been watching since you out on the rear tail light! Never knew about the deer whistle. I’ve hit 9 deer in 9 years with my car. Great idea
Thanks! Yea I definitely want larger rear tires thanks for the recommendation! Did you have to change anything on the swing arm to fit the larger tire?
I can't believe you would say a malfunctioning turn signal on a motorcycle is no big deal. You should make a sticky at the top to change your thought on this. If you can save one life out of millions then you've done a good deed. Still a helpful video!
I guess I don't see the hyper flash as a huge deal because its still blinking. But yes safety first in all aspects. I am getting the relay to fix the hyper flash issue!
Yes it makes the throttle much smoother and less jerky. Also when you release the throttle you won't feel the hard engine braking as much. It's also a pretty easy install to do it yourself?
@@Kamdorian Thanks ;) also I just watched video about Vulcan S ECU flash, so there is a factory setting : "Deceleration Fuel cut" which can be disabled. Basically it doesn't turn off fuel injectors when you release the throttle, also you get some bangs from your exhaust :)
@@Kamdorian Seen they (yt channel: Moore Mafia) using "woolich racing software" but you need a cable which cost ~$350, maybe there is a cheaper options. They say you can send them your ECU to remap, but I'm from Europe so it's not an option for me :(
the headlight, taillight, and indicators all work without the new relay however I am getting some hyper flash so I will be installing the relay soon. Hopefully it will also fix the integration between the headlight and indicators to blink together.
@@Kamdorian Did you install the relay? I have the same problem with the headlight indicators. I have done all the mods you have, just waiting for the CS Racing exhaust now:) Production time was around 35 days they said. So about 20 days left, hopefully.
@@TrezlySnipes no I'm ok with no cowl. I like the open look. I might just get a small cover plate to close the gap between the head light and gauge cluster. I am not a fan of the look of any windshields.
Hey buddy hope this finds you well. Love the videos and the details you give about the parts you install. But I have a question. When it comes to the booster plug I know it makes a world of a difference once it's first installed but has your bike reverted back to the factory settings after a certain time.? There are a lot of mixed reviews about how the ECU overtime makes corrections and essentially the booster plug is not effective anymore. Thanks.
Thanks man I appreciate it. I have not noticed the booster plug reverting back at all. Still works fine after 3+ years. There may be something else wrong with the bike or the way the plug was installed if that is happening. Would probably be best to ask booster plug customer service. Good luck and ride safe buddy!
Thanks.. I did send them an email this morning hopefully I will hear back in a few days. Just curious as some of the people on the forum's regardless of the year of their bike claim it reverts back to factory. Which would make sense because the bike has an O2 sensor. The o2 is trying to correct for open and closed loop. The ECU makes adjustments to calculate the fuel change...... You know what makes you a great UA-camr? Is that you answer every question that is asked. Keep up the great work and content.
@@natedionne20 that's interesting..my bike has a cs racing exhaust which includes a muffler so maybe that is counter balancing the 02 sensor issue or somehow preventing the factory reset? CS racing claims that no booster plug or power commander are needed for their exhaust since it has the muffler. When they say return to factory do they mean they feel the stock jerkiness in the throttle and heavy engine braking? I love the feedback and engaging with you all in the comments, just glad the videos help people and I get to be a part of this community!
Could be a fully modded bike or a completely stock bike. Booster plug will only attend to throttle response and engine braking. So there is a wide range of aftermarket exhausts and intakes and power commanders that control or alter the air fuel ratios. That being said the booster plugs job is to only address the throttle scratchiness/lag/response and engine braking. From reading some articles once the booster plug has been installed people say it is a night and day difference with no issues... But a few people have also said that after the booster plug installed and going for a ride with their bikes a few times and/or going on trips its great however after they start their bike the third or fourth time it's been shut off... it has reverted back to the scratchy/laggy throttle response and back to the original engine braking. All have doubled checked for disconnected plugs or pinched line and even repositioned the sensor to different spots with no change for the better. one guy even said he had his bike serviced at the dealer for regular maintenance and once he got it back he noticed how bad it was. So he checked to make sure the dealer didn't disconnect or break anything and everything looks fine. He even called them and asked them exactly what they did and it appears they were nowhere near the booster plug. Another person said it will always start slowly reverting back to stock gradually even with the booster plug because the ecu's job is to calculate and readjust to where the factory has put the settings. He said it's not noticeable right away because it's slowly reverts back and you don't notice it happening all at once.
Response Directly from Booster plug "The discussion about the Fuel Injection ECU's ability to update its own basic fuel map (adaption) is a long term rumor that pops up once in a while. But the common narrow band lambda sensor that is found in all road approved vehicles is not able to update the fuel map, so the BoosterPlug is not cancelled out over time. And it’s actually quite simple to prove the adaption theory wrong: If you look at the millions of motorcycles with aftermarket exhausts installed, you will see (hear) that most of them have some degree of backfire or popping in the exhaust when the rider close the throttle. The aftermarket exhaust will flow a bit more air than the stock exhaust, and more air means that the air/fuel ratio (AFR) changes to the lean side - which causes the backfire on deceleration. If the adaption theory was right, the lambda sensor would sense the change in AFR, and the ECU would update it’s basic fuel map - and then the problem would be solved and there would be no more popping or backfire in the exhaust. But we all know that these bikes does not cure themself and the backfire stays the same over time - so there is no adaption proces taking place !!! And it is the same thing with the BoosterPlug: Our device is changing the AFR (This time to the better), but the Lambda sensor and he ECU will not be able to reverse the changes. We have sold more than 80.000 units since we founded the BoosterPlug company in 2009, and our customers are as happy with the BoosterPlug in year 2-3-4 as they were on day one. And we have lots of returning customers purchasing their second or third BoosterPlug when they get a new bike. Fancy sales talk can usually fool a few people, but we would never have seen this massive support for our device if it stopped working after some time.
@@KhiSuff phone mount is quadlock. Use this link for 10% discount when you but it. quadlock.refr.cc/kamdorian. Turn signals will work without relay but you may get hyper flash so relay is needed to prevent that. I still have to get the relay and install it but works without it
@@Kamdorian I will! I love the bike. but you know, just need to change some things to make it perfect, hehe, i also bought break o clutch to black. will look realy nice.
Awesome vids man. Huge help over the last year. 2 questions. 1. Since you installed the bar end mirrors, did you figure out how to "fill the gap" between them and the bar end? I got the same mirrors (round ones) and because the threading of the handlebar sticks out, the mirror doesn't fit flush. I could cut off the bit of the handlebar that sticks out but that seems excessive. 2. Once you installed the BoosterPlug, did you notice an increase in your idle RPMs? I installed it last summer and dont recall it happening then but now, whenever I am sitting at a stop light/sign, I hover around 2-2.25k RPM.
Thanks man appreciate it! Check out this video on how I installed mine. I am not sure if the gap exists? ua-cam.com/video/MnQjeLdtQIg/v-deo.html. For idle speed wait until your bike warms up and see if the idle rpm drops. If not then you can easily adjust the idle by turning the idle adjustment screw per the user manual. The normal idle is 1250-1350 rpm. I have not had any rpm issues with the booster plug. Also make sure your air sensor is properly situated pointing towards the front of the bike. Let me know how it goes, good luck and ride safe!
It's not a deer whistle. It's a walrus whistle, and it's 100% effective. With that little device, you will never hit a walrus.
Lmao 🤣😂
You need to replace the flasher to an led flasher because leds don’t draw enough power for the regular flasher
Good to know, any idea where the regular flasher is located?
@@Kamdorian ua-cam.com/video/U1S-_udO8Yg/v-deo.html&ab_channel=BudRyser
@@Revan8888 perfect thanks man!
I have that same fender eliminator on my vulcan. I went with the smoked out look. I'd check out a custom corbin seat, I have one and its super comfortable.
Cool I was debating on getting the smoked out one. Definitely need an upgraded seat one day, they are just so expensive.
Did you guys wind up getting hyper flash after installing?
@@seraph329 yes there is hyper flash however a relay from Amazon fixes it easily.
if it wasn't already mentioned, the turn signals: when you had the stock ones on, they use a filament bulb, which adds resistance and is how the bike knows the signal is working. Changing over to all LED, doesn't have the resistance and the bike thinks the bulb is burned out, that's why it wont blink. There's a resister you buy or make, to put in the wiring, that fixes this. search turn signal resistor.
thanks for the info..i have a flash relay that I am going to install to hopefully fix the hyperflash issue. My turn signals blink on and off but just too fast 😅
Did changing the relay fix the turn signal in your headlamp?
@@neallooker I haven't had a chance to install it yet but I know others have used the same headlight and installed the relay and it fixed it
If you haven't already found a solution for your hyper flash problem, all you need is an LED conversion resistor. You can buy them at any parts store dirt cheap. You just wire the resistor in parallel (bridge the +/- wires going to your turn signals with the wires on the resistor) with your signal wiring. You'll need one for each turn signal.
Awesome thanks for the info I got a flash relay from Amazon just haven't installed yet. If that doesn't fix it I'll surely use your method. Thanks again!
They run away..in a instinctual direction that we should pray isn't the street we are on lol, it is a relevant thing to consider, because as they say, leave sleeping dogs lye, a deer grazing in a field hears that where they might have just kept grazing, now they are startled and running on instinct
Great video, what kind of handlebar do u have? Original or the easy reach?
Thank you! They are the original stock handle bars. Not reduced reach. I wish I had reduced reach!
@@Kamdorian Me too 😅 However, your handlbar Is taller than mine, maybe i must rotate it to have a better position
@@AmaTechBlog oh yea for sure you can just loosen the bolts and rotate them up or down!
@@Kamdorian thanks a lot, if i’m 165cm (so not tall 😂) better rotate up or down the handlebar?
@@AmaTechBlog same as me! It depends on where it is currently positioned. I would say loosen the bolts and adjust the bars and see what is comfortable than tighten the bolts.
What is the little device on the front fender? Can you have more information about it?
It's a deer whistle. So deers run away from me when riding. I almost hit one so had to get it. Here's one option from Amazon amzn.to/3QvouS9 just search deer whistle
This video it beautiful and thank you. i finally found some foot boards. couldnt find any prior.
I will mention about the seats, the Extended for anyone wondering if you are 6ft+ it is worth getting and EXTREMELY more comfortable than both the standard and mid reach seat. longer rides are more gentle on the tushie.
Thank you! Glad you found good foot boards. I agree the extended seat is the most comfortable seat Kawa offers. It actually had a gel pad inside. But if you are a shorter rider like me then the extended seat puts you too far back in the saddle. I wish they made the mid reach and standard seats with gel pad inside too. Ride safe bro!
That are all off the shelf parts that straight bold on. I don't call that mods, rater accesoires.
Really love your mod bro, you keep it simple but still look freaking awesome
Thanks man I appreciate that!
I actually just did the mirrors last night, the hardest part was removing that bolt with loctite. Your vid made it super quick and easy!
Awesome glad it helped! Yea that pesky loctite is all over the bike lol
what a beautiful bike.
Thank you!
Your mirror hole is unplugged lol
Yea you right it was unplugged during this video. I got plugs from Amazon now and it looks cleaaaaaan!
Great video and mods btw. Can the USB adaptor be left plugged in to the 12v DC power outlet without draining the battery as long as nothing is attached?
Thanks! Yes you can leave it plugged in. It doesn't draw power unless you plug in your phone or device to charge.
@Michael Bigdongovic good idea, however I don't ride in the rain and have not been hit by a rain storm yet! I guess I am lucky haha
Do you still have this bike? If so we have a set of Road Trip Saddlebags for you... If you want to give them a spin. Let us know. Kyle at Nelson Rigg
@@Nelsonriggusa yes I still have the bike. Would love to try the saddlebags out!
What are the model #s for your floorboards and adapters? I’m having trouble finding them for my 2019 cafe abs.
Floor boards here www.amazon.com/dp/B00XA9H6J6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_3K3EBKBZDJY9492YBEZK and the adapters here amzn.to/3v5Dut6
What are the model #s for your floorboards and adaptors? I’m having trouble finding those for my 2019 cafe abs.
Floor boards here www.amazon.com/dp/B00XA9H6J6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_3K3EBKBZDJY9492YBEZK and the adapters here amzn.to/3v5Dut6
I'm surprised the booster plug removed your throttle jerkiness. I installed one on my Vulcan S and it still feels as horrifically twitchy as it was before. If the booster plug was installed on my bike without me knowing, I wouldn't be able to tell the difference. I wonder if it's because I have a California-model bike and something about the CARB equipment or ECU tuning is preventing the booster plug from being effective.
Hmm that's interesting. Is the air sensor mounted in a good open position without any pinch points? I wonder if it's a combination of my exhaust and the booster plug that makes it smoother. You could also check your throttle free play. My throttle free play was too loose before so that added some jerkiness. After tightening it got better. Good luck and ride safe!
@@Kamdorian Yeah, the air sensor is mounted in the same place you have yours, no pinches in the wire. I'll check my throttle freeplay: that's an easy and free adjustment I can do.
@Ducati Monster cool ill check it out thanks!
I have a 2022 Vulcan S 650.I purchased the same mini boards.I cannot find the correct adapter to fit.The one I have is to small.Lot of play between adapter and mount. Do you have a part number for the adapters? Your videos have been very helpful. THANKS!
Awesome glad the videos help. Here is the link for the adapters I used. I also have a video on the install of the boards with these adapters amzn.to/3ZJeyam
Hi where can I get it in Johannesburg? Am interested.
Hello, what are you trying to get? All the bike mods have Amazon links in the video description.
yes the front light is must have. who is the mfg/ supplier ?
Made by sktyants bought on Amazon, can also find on ebay and Alibaba.
sad---- some countries only bring in one configuration when tall persons need the extended seat; and reduced handlebars; but; can't get !!! I must order extra outside; if in Asia. One config in Thailand; How unhelpful is that ! Must find these to rebuild. or .... just get a honda. ??
Ahh sorry to hear that yea they should offer all seat types. I have a stock and extended reach seat. The extended reach is the most comfortable but it puts me too far from handlebars so I am leaning forward a little bit. I also want to change the handlebars one day so they are closer to me. I want a very laid back relaxed seating position.
Floor boards are on the wrong sides, square edge to the rear.
good to know, thanks for the tip. I will switch mine.
I'm not too sure about the logic of a brighter headlight being better than stock. I've had people flash their car bright lights at me because they thought my high beam was on and they literally blinded me for a split second. If someone can't see a standard headlight (of course you should use high beams on occasions when necessary) then there's nothing you can buy to protect yourself from that individual.
I agree it all depends on how bright it is and yes too bright can be dangerous for on coming traffic. I did a test with my wife driving her car coming towards me at night and she said the headlight was not blindingly bright but good brightness for visibility.
@@Kamdorian I will add that I do drive with my bright on during the daytime because I feel it would be difficult to blind someone during the day.
Wow ! The only common mods between my Vulcan and yours are those levers (which I’ve not installed), Air seat and Booster Plug..
I think you’ve already watched my short video : ua-cam.com/video/hckEN90IqEU/v-deo.html
Curious to know how effective that Deer 🦌 repellent is.. This is one of the most overrated mods according to Ryan F9..
I have seen your video! Wow I have to watch the ryan F9 video haha, so far I have not run into any deer but that could just be pure luck.
Hi, I have holes in my stock exhaust (drilled by previous owner) and it has failed a WOF. I’m hoping to get an exhaust like yours, but I’m not sure it’ll pass a WOF because of the decibels. Is yours compliant?
This exhaust is definitely louder than the stock exhaust with holes drilled so I assume it would also fail the WOF. I live in a state that doesn't require motorcycle inspection and no limit on noise.
Excellent summary of your mods and I shall be implementing some of them. Thanks.
Thank you! Good luck with the mods, ride safe!
Saw a video of one of these on the dyno. With the booster plug the bike was getting less HP and burning through a LOT more fuel. When they tuned the bike they reduced the fuel by 15% compared to the booster plug.
That's interesting. How did the tuning impact the hp? I bought my bike used and it came with the booster plug.
Hi did you end up swapping to tje extended seat? I've got the standard and my backside goes dead after 20 minutes of sitting in it. On the softest suspension setting and its rubbish so am looking to upgrade that too if you have any suggestions
I have the mid range standard seat and I added a cheap cushion from Amazon. It definitely helps with comfort to allow me to ride for 45min-1hr before it gets uncomfortable. I have a extended reach stock seat as well which is way more comfortable it has a gel insert in it but that seat puts me too far back so I have to reach farther to grab the handle bars. There are tons of custom aftermarket seats out there but can get expensive in the $600+ range. Or you can just buy a cheap air filled cushion from Amazon! Good luck and ride safe!
Anyone have any experience putting on a windscreen w this headlight mod? Wondering which one I can install bc idk if the Vulcan a specific ones will fit
See my other reply on your comment on my other video
Is there a reason why you can't remove the old mirror holders on the vulcan? Just ordered the 2023 and get it in January. Got the same mirrors you have, so curious
On the 2017 model that I have the mirror holders are actually part of the clamp that holds the brake and clutch lever assemblies onto the handle bars so removing the mirror holders means nothing holding the lever assemblies. there may be after market clamps that can replace the stock ones so then the mirror holders would be gone but I haven't looked into it yet. I'll do some research and let you know. If you find anything let me know. Congrats on the bike ride safe!
It sucks. I got those same mirrors, got them where I like them, turned to the left not thinking and the mirror hit the tank and scratched it. I smacked myself so hard after that…
Sorry to hear that definitely feels bad to scratch up the tank. When I installed mine I slowly turned fully both ways to make sure the mirrors didn't hit the tank. A lot of companies sell paint touch up kits that could easily fix the scratches or at least make them less visible.
@@Kamdorian I’ll have to look into those. Thanks for the tip.
You know you can apparently get your ecu flashed to remove the jerky motor issue (instead of using the booster plug).
Other than that, with these modifications you made, it's my dream bike!
Yea I heard of the ecu flash but I think you need a bike shop to do it. Booster plug is easy diy install. Thanks it's my dream bike too!
Awsome! Thanks these mods and the show tour! Nice tipp that muffler solution at 11:01 I wouldn't have thought so on it. My options was may a change a cushions to airfoam's type, and put a secondary WiDE seat on the back, and those rest pedals, and something analog guages instead of digital blindness meters. Fabolous the rear led method too. I don't know what I would do without them. Maybe a one metallic blue motorcycle? - Hilarious. - I think so the vinyl body sticker will solves that too.
thanks for watching my friend. Sounds like you have many mods to do for your bike as well! What bike do you have?
Idk what it is about the Vulcan s, I've had bigger bikes before, and I find this one to be more fun. I was hesitant at first about the smaller size. But I love it
Totally agree, I have had and ridden bigger bikes too and they just feel clunky compared to the Vulcan. It's the perfect balance of light weight and agile. Love this bike. Only other bike I want in my collection is a Harley or another v twin, miss that exhaust sound.
@@Kamdorian the Indian chieftain is a beautiful bike as well
@@Kamdorian I had a 14 HD breakout, sounded great but a snail compared to the R6 and this Vulcan 650
Nice 650, and video! I wish you started it though. I have those rear spools, I'm leaving them green, green is good luck for Kawasaki's
Thanks man! Check out my other videos I have lots of them showing the bike starting and running and riding. I agree the green looks good.
Does your motorcycle has abs?
No abs on mine
Good looking VS. The blinkers are awesome! Did It come with 4 or just the two?
Thanks! It came in a 2 pack but I'm pretty sure you can buy in 4 pack to cover the rear turn signals.
Hey, lets put a round headlight on and make it look like almost every other bike on the roads!
Yessir
Hi Sir, this is Marco from Taipei Taiwan, your bike was so great, could you give me "cruise control" sale link, I had Vulcan 650s, too.
Sorry I don't have a discount link for the cruise control. It is called atlas throttle lock you can Google search it.
@@Kamdorian tks！
Sorry another question can you provide more info on the booster plug for the jerkiness?
The booster plug reduces the jerkiness. You can buy it here www.boosterplug.com/shop/boosterplug-kawasaki-584p.html. Pretty easy to install.
lmao you have good taste bro, I have same bike and car as you haha (live in NJ too)
Haha nice man where in NJ? We should meet up for a ride
all y our extras should have been std; along with passenger seat; back rest; tail rest for a top box
I agree haha, I do have a passenger seat, back rest, and tail rack but I removed them because I like the cleaner aggressive look without them.
Do have a link for where I can buy those swing arm spools??
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Where those handlebars aftermarket? Really interesred in them.
No they are stock handlebars. Just pulled down little bit in the reduced reach position
@@Kamdorian appreciate it brother, safe riding 👍🏻✌🏻
@@dmitriciccarelli4082 you too man ride safe
i may be missing it. but i didnt see a link for the booster plug. Or does that come with the exhaust?
I forgot to add it to the description. Just added it. Also here is the link www.boosterplug.com/shop/boosterplug-kawasaki-584p.html
Dude, can you show in some next video how the bar end mirrors stay close to the tank when you turn left/right?
Will show in future video soon! But you can mount them and angle in such a way that it will not hit the tank at full turn, however it will hit your legs. I will probably switch to mounting above the bars at some point.
I have after market exhaust do I need booster plug and where do I find one
Which exhaust do you have? The cs racing exhaust does not require booster plug because it has a muffler built in. I do have booster plug though because it improves throttle response and less engine braking. Just search booster plug in Google you can buy directly from their website. Installation is fairly easy too.
I am about to spend so much money on mods thanks to you!! I cannot wait!!!
Haha that's awesome, moding is tons of fun. You will love it, let me know if you have any questions. Enjoy and ride safe!
Only a back rest is missing. I really loved that back rest in Sathish Ji's vulcan. 😅
Haha yea I need a better seat first!
sliders, crash bars, fog lights, windshield; tall etc. no protection now for the exhaust !!!
That is true! I might get crash bars one day but they need to be very low profile to keep the tight clean look!! I have a windshield but haven't installed yet.
@@Kamdorian Just interested in how the windscreen (vertical style I hope) is going to fit with the LED headlight. Hope to see the video of that installation soon :)
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Brazil in the house wooo thank you!!
That bike looks absolutely t1ts.
Thanks haha t1ts indeed!
@@Kamdorian not many better bikes I’ve seen
Ever thought of changing handlebar ?
Yea would like some mini ape hangers one day but a lot of work to change them
Hi bro where did you buy foot pegs please share a link to buy thanks
Check the end of the video description there are Amazon links for kuryakan floorboard and adapter for floorboard that you will need. Let me know if are unable to find it.
Nice exhaust may give u 10 h.p more. ❤
Thanks! I am not sure how much HP boost is given but most likely less than 5 HP gain.
I changed my mirrors with exactly the same you have. Earlier, in the video you explain how to do it, I read that this cause some vibrations. In my case, I had some vibrations before change the mirrors, and after I did it, I do not have absolutely any. I didn't add back the wights too.
Whatever :) I like how your Vulcan looks like, and I'm going to almost copy it :) Great job! And thank you for the videos, and additional information!
Awesome man glad the mirrors reduced the vibration and also thank you for watching the videos! You can surely copy all my mods!! Let me know if you have any questions.
no startup?
Check my other videos many startups on them!
The radiator cover makes sense. I would guess the company didn't want the extra expense to make it standard on every bike.
Yea totally needed. It was relatively cheap as far as mods go. Kawa should have made it standard it's just a piece of metal, im sure they could make it in house or outsource for very cheap.
That front light makes this bike look finally nice.
I agree it's a must have upgrade!
Would you go wider on rear tire I know a 180-55-17 will fit.
Yeaaaaaa I definitely want to go wider, do you know if the 180 is the widest that will fit without modifications to the frame?
@@Kamdorian yes no mods needed check this vid ua-cam.com/video/6PVGej6FFaE/v-deo.html
Really clean bike, love from France bro 🤙
Thanks man appreciate it! Would love to visit France again.
You must freak out a lot of dogs with that deer whistle.
Haha as long as the dogs run away from me then I am fine! Before I got the whistle a few times dogs actually ran towards me while I was riding way too many close calls lol
handle bars mirror; never . put them out on a new widieshield like the Forza or Tmax.
I don't like the look of windshields. I may get one just for blocking the wind but prefer the naked look.
best mod by far is a booster plug
Experts say accidents happen further ahead. Look in the distance...Seems a mirror above the grip helps keeping the focus on traffic.
Yea I heard the same. I may one day switch the mirrors to be above the bars. Safety first!
The mirrors are on opposite sides
Hey man, did you paint the panels on the desires or get blacked out panels? If you painted them what did you use?
Which panels are you referring to? I haven't painted anything on the bike. This is the 2017 model that came in this awesome matte black color.
@@Kamdorian OH snap. OK. The semi-shiney black metal panels on the side are like a brushed aluminum color on mine. I'm probably going to plastidip them or something. Your bike looks sweet as heck.
@@ZeeroDubs thanks yea plastidip or spray paint will work. I want to black it out even more by painting the engine plates and a few other areas.
Bro please drop More Videos with the Vulcan
Working on it bud! Any particular type of videos you want to see?
I appreciate you too
Just missed some demostration for the lights
Check out my other videos on when I installed the lights have lots of demonstrations in them.
Would those headlights fit with my visor that came with the cafe racer edition?
It depends on how the visor is mounted. If it has mounts on the forks next to the current headlight then it won't fit because the new headlight brackets take up the space on the forks.
@@Kamdorian thank man, i sent u a message on IG too btw
Did you paint your clutch cover?
Nope it came like that
Does it really take 40 days for it to ship out?
Which mod are you asking about?
Nice bike but also like your tesla 😍😁👍🏻😉
Thank you!!
talking 2 much -but its a nice 2wheeler - love u . when i dont hate u 2 much
would have been nice to see the lights working... but never the less nice mods!
Check me other videos on the light installs they show the lights working.
Clean bike... Nice mods
@@RamtinBadihi thanks appreciate that!
Great bike, great videos. Do you know by chance the correct way to run the vent hoses that run off the left side of the fuel tank? I had my Vulcan s painted recently and now I’m struggling to get it put back together. The two fuel lines I think one is a vent hose, that run off of the left side of the tank are unmarked. I see a blue dot next to one of the ports on the tank but idk which hose connects there. One hose is real long and runs down by the kickstand the other looks like it’s a lot shorter and maybe runs under the seat. I’m just not sure which port to connect them to on the tank and I’m sure if it’s wrong can mess something up. If you can help that would be awesome. Thank you
@@BobbiWorley-rs1zz thanks for the comment! Sorry I don't know which hose is correct. Best bet would be to check the bikes manual and also just email Kawasaki customer service I'm sure they would know. Another option is to ask a Kawasaki dealer or even just go there and see how the hoses are connected on a stock bike in the dealership. Good luck bro and ride safe!
@@Kamdorian thanks for the info. I was able to find a fuel line diagram I got it sorted. Great videos btw.
Just got a 2015 Vulcan. Thanks for the video
Awesome congrats man! Enjoy the bike and ride safe!!
Your bike looks so clean!
Love what you’ve done with it.
Been watching since you out on the rear tail light!
Never knew about the deer whistle.
I’ve hit 9 deer in 9 years with my car.
Great idea
Thanks man appreciate it! Yea deer are everywhere here in NJ gotta be safe with that whistle, I just hope it actually works 😂
Yeah great idea on deer whistle. I live in NC and they are all over. Definitely weighs on my mind more now that I’m riding the motorcycle.
@@kyles5836 for sure, they are cheap on Amazon definitely worth getting. Ride safe!!
Those whistles have been out forever they don't do jack.
@@christopherbarker942 ~ 😂😂😂
Are the turn signals sequential?
What do you mean sequential?
Nice turn signals tho. keep it up. may i recommend larger rear tires, 190/55/17s works well to me.
Thanks! Yea I definitely want larger rear tires thanks for the recommendation! Did you have to change anything on the swing arm to fit the larger tire?
@@Kamdorian u dont need to change the swing arm. It fits well
missing front crash bars /!
Yes maybe one day will add it if I find nice ones that look sharp and not too bulky
I can't believe you would say a malfunctioning turn signal on a motorcycle is no big deal. You should make a sticky at the top to change your thought on this. If you can save one life out of millions then you've done a good deed. Still a helpful video!
I guess I don't see the hyper flash as a huge deal because its still blinking. But yes safety first in all aspects. I am getting the relay to fix the hyper flash issue!
Where can we buy this round headlight
Great Video! THANKS MATE! 🤓
Thanks bro!
This bike is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks man!
Could you tell more about the Booster plug? does it eliminates throttle action feeling like it only has two positions: on or off :D
Yes it makes the throttle much smoother and less jerky. Also when you release the throttle you won't feel the hard engine braking as much. It's also a pretty easy install to do it yourself?
@@Kamdorian Thanks ;) also I just watched video about Vulcan S ECU flash, so there is a factory setting : "Deceleration Fuel cut" which can be disabled. Basically it doesn't turn off fuel injectors when you release the throttle, also you get some bangs from your exhaust :)
@@Svendrys wow that's very interesting, I wonder if there is a way to change the default setting
@@Kamdorian Seen they (yt channel: Moore Mafia) using "woolich racing software" but you need a cable which cost ~$350, maybe there is a cheaper options. They say you can send them your ECU to remap, but I'm from Europe so it's not an option for me :(
You got it looking good and functional
Thanks!
Did you need a new relay for the front indicators? Or for the fender delete?
the headlight, taillight, and indicators all work without the new relay however I am getting some hyper flash so I will be installing the relay soon. Hopefully it will also fix the integration between the headlight and indicators to blink together.
@@Kamdorian Did you install the relay? I have the same problem with the headlight indicators. I have done all the mods you have, just waiting for the CS Racing exhaust now:) Production time was around 35 days they said. So about 20 days left, hopefully.
I just installed the relay and it fixed the headlight indicators...
So awesome. I loved that deer whistle. It's safe for both, the deer and the driver as well. I thought you will blink on that headlight section.Lol
Thanks! The blinking is shown in other videos 😎
Deer whistles don't work
Beautifull bike😊
Thanks!
This is dope. I wanna get one so bad!!!
Thanks yea I love this bike. You should get one!
@@Kamdorian I’m really considering it. I reeallly like the way that exhaust system makes the bike look. It’s super sleek. How does it sound?
@@CarlosSanchez-jy2vd sounds amazing check my other videos to hear it! I have few that are just for the exhaust sound
Just ordered one man thank you
Awesome thank you! Ride safe!!
Can you not fit the cafe cowl with the LED headlight?
It should fit but the mounting location is taken by the led headlight brackets. You would need a new mounting system for either the cowl or headlight.
@@Kamdorian ah that sucks. You planning on getting a different one?
@@TrezlySnipes no I'm ok with no cowl. I like the open look. I might just get a small cover plate to close the gap between the head light and gauge cluster. I am not a fan of the look of any windshields.
@@Kamdorian I have a 19 cafe and I like the cowl. I am considering changing the look to mine and getting that dark night fairing from CustomAcces.
very useful Tks
Thank you!
doesn't kuryakin make fold up pedal boards for this ?
Yes these are folding but not much
Hey buddy hope this finds you well. Love the videos and the details you give about the parts you install. But I have a question. When it comes to the booster plug I know it makes a world of a difference once it's first installed but has your bike reverted back to the factory settings after a certain time.? There are a lot of mixed reviews about how the ECU overtime makes corrections and essentially the booster plug is not effective anymore.
Thanks.
Thanks man I appreciate it. I have not noticed the booster plug reverting back at all. Still works fine after 3+ years. There may be something else wrong with the bike or the way the plug was installed if that is happening. Would probably be best to ask booster plug customer service. Good luck and ride safe buddy!
Thanks.. I did send them an email this morning hopefully I will hear back in a few days. Just curious as some of the people on the forum's regardless of the year of their bike claim it reverts back to factory. Which would make sense because the bike has an O2 sensor. The o2 is trying to correct for open and closed loop. The ECU makes adjustments to calculate the fuel change...... You know what makes you a great UA-camr? Is that you answer every question that is asked. Keep up the great work and content.
@@natedionne20 that's interesting..my bike has a cs racing exhaust which includes a muffler so maybe that is counter balancing the 02 sensor issue or somehow preventing the factory reset? CS racing claims that no booster plug or power commander are needed for their exhaust since it has the muffler. When they say return to factory do they mean they feel the stock jerkiness in the throttle and heavy engine braking? I love the feedback and engaging with you all in the comments, just glad the videos help people and I get to be a part of this community!
Could be a fully modded bike or a completely stock bike. Booster plug will only attend to throttle response and engine braking. So there is a wide range of aftermarket exhausts and intakes and power commanders that control or alter the air fuel ratios. That being said the booster plugs job is to only address the throttle scratchiness/lag/response and engine braking. From reading some articles once the booster plug has been installed people say it is a night and day difference with no issues... But a few people have also said that after the booster plug installed and going for a ride with their bikes a few times and/or going on trips its great however after they start their bike the third or fourth time it's been shut off... it has reverted back to the scratchy/laggy throttle response and back to the original engine braking.
All have doubled checked for disconnected plugs or pinched line and even repositioned the sensor to different spots with no change for the better.
one guy even said he had his bike serviced at the dealer for regular maintenance and once he got it back he noticed how bad it was. So he checked to make sure the dealer didn't disconnect or break anything and everything looks fine. He even called them and asked them exactly what they did and it appears they were nowhere near the booster plug.
Another person said it will always start slowly reverting back to stock gradually even with the booster plug because the ecu's job is to calculate and readjust to where the factory has put the settings. He said it's not noticeable right away because it's slowly reverts back and you don't notice it happening all at once.
Response Directly from Booster plug
"The discussion about the Fuel Injection ECU's ability to update its own basic fuel map (adaption) is a long term rumor that pops up once in a while.
But the common narrow band lambda sensor that is found in all road approved vehicles is not able to update the fuel map, so the BoosterPlug is not cancelled out over time.
And it’s actually quite simple to prove the adaption theory wrong:
If you look at the millions of motorcycles with aftermarket exhausts installed, you will see (hear) that most of them have some degree of backfire or popping in the exhaust when the rider close the throttle.
The aftermarket exhaust will flow a bit more air than the stock exhaust, and more air means that the air/fuel ratio (AFR) changes to the lean side - which causes the backfire on deceleration.
If the adaption theory was right, the lambda sensor would sense the change in AFR, and the ECU would update it’s basic fuel map - and then the problem would be solved and there would be no more popping or backfire in the exhaust.
But we all know that these bikes does not cure themself and the backfire stays the same over time - so there is no adaption proces taking place !!!
And it is the same thing with the BoosterPlug: Our device is changing the AFR (This time to the better), but the Lambda sensor and he ECU will not be able to reverse the changes.
We have sold more than 80.000 units since we founded the BoosterPlug company in 2009, and our customers are as happy with the BoosterPlug in year 2-3-4 as they were on day one. And we have lots of returning customers purchasing their second or third BoosterPlug when they get a new bike. Fancy sales talk can usually fool a few people, but we would never have seen this massive support for our device if it stopped working after some time.
Have a nice day 🏍
Best Regards"
What is the phone mount
And do I need the electric relay for the aftermarket turn signals
@@KhiSuff phone mount is quadlock. Use this link for 10% discount when you but it. quadlock.refr.cc/kamdorian. Turn signals will work without relay but you may get hyper flash so relay is needed to prevent that. I still have to get the relay and install it but works without it
@@Kamdorian ok great thank you
I just used the discount code for the exhaust system. 35 usa money off. THX!
Awesome thank you I appreciate it!! Enjoy your exhaust and ride safe!!!
@@Kamdorian I will! I love the bike. but you know, just need to change some things to make it perfect, hehe, i also bought break o clutch to black. will look realy nice.
@@killenmac that's awesome! it's fun changing the bike and making it your own style
Awesome vids man. Huge help over the last year. 2 questions.
1. Since you installed the bar end mirrors, did you figure out how to "fill the gap" between them and the bar end? I got the same mirrors (round ones) and because the threading of the handlebar sticks out, the mirror doesn't fit flush. I could cut off the bit of the handlebar that sticks out but that seems excessive.
2. Once you installed the BoosterPlug, did you notice an increase in your idle RPMs? I installed it last summer and dont recall it happening then but now, whenever I am sitting at a stop light/sign, I hover around 2-2.25k RPM.
Thanks man appreciate it! Check out this video on how I installed mine. I am not sure if the gap exists? ua-cam.com/video/MnQjeLdtQIg/v-deo.html.
For idle speed wait until your bike warms up and see if the idle rpm drops. If not then you can easily adjust the idle by turning the idle adjustment screw per the user manual. The normal idle is 1250-1350 rpm. I have not had any rpm issues with the booster plug. Also make sure your air sensor is properly situated pointing towards the front of the bike. Let me know how it goes, good luck and ride safe!