So, I now have suffered this issue at 38k, and now at 62k miles on my Vulcan Classic. I watched a few additional online videos, which some touched on the tips that you have provided. This is not a simple job, but doable in the home workshop. Again, greatly appreciate that you have done such a great job of providing video, and talking thru the situation.
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts hey man I got a 08 Vulcan Classic 1500 with the shaft drive. Got a vibration feels like it's under the seat rear wheel area, when I pull in the clutch going down the road about 80-90% of it goes away. Do you think it would be the u joint on the driveshaft? If so what would it cost to do this job? Appreciate a response if you got time. Thanks in advance bro.
Great video. I went thru this experience about 3 years ago. Exactly the same situation. This video fully supported what my experience was. Appreciate the time you have taken to explain and document this procedure. Key thing here is that you do not have to pull the motor, simply remove 3 of he 4 motor mounts and then slide the motor over far enough to get the Bezel Gear Cover off.
Great video, really enjoyed it. I'm looking for part 2 ?? I've subscribed to your channel and hope you have part 2 somewhere or at least how reassembly went.
What are the symptoms of a worn out bevel gear ? I have a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad. 45000 miles. I haven't rode it yet due to not having it tagged yet. And I need tires. Its coming on winter, so I was going to repair everything for spring. Got the bike on a trade, runs great. Great video.
Thanks, and congrats on the new to you bike. It's easier to say listen to the video again. We explain the symptoms I believe in the beginning/middle of the video. Hope that helps. Good luck with servicing it and thanks again 👍
this is a great informative video thank so much man.i think this bearing has gone out on my 1600 nomad. its showing most of the symptoms .i feel its either a bad u joint or this bad front bevel bearing.right now im stuck trying to decide whether to tackle this myself or just take it to the shop and fork over the money ha
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts thanks for the encouragement man . im decently mechanically inclined,my dad is a mechanic whos worked on cars his whole life but not really on motorcycles much and hes willing to help ,id definitely try it myself if i knew for sure this was the problem and not something else
Thanks, sorry we didn't make a part 2. We just put it all back together with out recording it. If we get another job in, we will do a start to finish. Thanks
Good evening! I wanted to ask if you have a list of the parts you ordered. I have to go though this asap and wanted to order the parts I need. You showed a bunch of baggies with different parts to change since it's all opened up. I appreciate it!
Hey, sorry we don't have a list. Its been so long we honestly would have to take a little time to create a list but it might not be %100 everything that's needed. Might want to check with your local dealer to get a list for the repair. However, the question has been asked a few times before so we will work on the list of parts and add it to the description. Thanks and good luck 👍
Please start doing cruiser repair videos. I know they not as glamorous as the sport bikes , but some of us old guys could use some helpful videos like this on metric cruisers. There's plenty of videos on Harley's,just not much on metrics. Thanks and I'll sub just in case you decide to.
cl roberts thanks, we plan on it. This was the 1st and only crusier bike we have ever worked on other than tire installation. We welcome all 2 wheel machines, we would love to learn them all as well. Since then, we purchased a tripod to hold the camera so we will definately get start to finish videos now. If you're on Facebook, like and follow us at Gordon Cycle Parts. We have a few videos on there as well. Thanks again.
dakadr4250 wow I didn't expect a reply. Thanks. I'm having a problem with my Kawasaki Vulcan 1500. Intermittent vibration. Feels like it in the handlebar. Removed the wheel and checked the wheel bearings and they are fine. Going to replace anyways while the wheel is off , and the brake pads also. Hopefully my problem lies within one of those two. I'll keep you posted. Sorry I don't have book face .
cl roberts you're welcome, ok and good luck. Pay close attention to what the bike is doing when the vibrations starts. If during deceleration, its likely from worn parts. Be sure to check the oil drain plug screen for metal shavings to determine if its internal wear. Again, good luck
I know this is old video, but I’m having trouble with my 96 when you’re going and you get into the throttle it acts like it skips with this cause it like you pulled the clutch real fast and let it go real fast already replaced everything on the clutch side
I just watched those videos of that old dude you were talking that just talks about it but doesn't show anything. Ugh I just wasn't sure which bearing it was, thanks
Hey, ive got a 2003 meanstreak 1500 that has a locked up drivetrain, is it possible that the bevel gear bearing can wear to the point of seizing up the drivetrain? or maybe even creating enough play between the gears to bind them up?
I have the same problem. Is there a video actually showing how you broke it down and put it back together? Can you provide a parts list with part numbers?
Sorry, this was the 1 and only time we did a job ime this. But, I will look up part #s and share them with you. Absolutely no special tools are required doing this job.
M Robinson sorry, this is the only video I posted of this job. Sorry, but I thought show after i got it all about, which is still more than what I found before I started this job. Sorry if it's not detailed enuf. This video shows everything that came off so i really hope that helps.
what's up buddy? I'm from Brazil, I have a question, I have the same bike and since I bought it in reduced gear it makes a sound as if it were going in reverse, it even sounds like gears making noise in the engine brake, when I accelerate or press the clutch in motion it doesn't make a noise. reverse gear, it only does it when the engine uses its opposite driving force, do you think it could be this bearing?
Hey, from what I can remember, it's likely that's what it is. As soon as the load is off the bike, it can sounds rough, vibrate, grind sound, whistling sound etc. Hope that helps. Good luck 👍
Because i dont wanna buy extra parts i don't need, How'd you remove that copper cap from the assembly cover that houses the nut for the front bevel gear and that bad bearing. Did you pry it out of punch it out? Figured it be better to ask, i know the bearing is bad but i could figure out how to remove that little cover to get to the nut to free the bevel gear.
You're welcome, no it went back together just fine. Actually it went faster since everything was labeled. Sure hope this video helps you get back on the road soon 👍🏍
Gary M. Pollitt PhD hello, this was a customer's bike that I only replaced the bevel bearing on. So I would recommend using the manufacturer recommendation on mileage for oil changes. However, we used rotela t4 15w-40 and a standard filter to run it a few miles to flush it, then we went back with Castrol synthetic blend with a K&N filter. Hope this was helpful. Good luck 🏍
dakadr4250 thanks for the quick reply on the oil question you really are good with the Vulcans. I have one last question. Are you replacing the old bearing with the exact same part new part new bearing and expecting it to get any more life out of it, Or did Kawasaki upgrade the replacement bearing for better life? Thanks chief you're a stout fellow 😎
You should had removed the right side of the frame, and push back the engine a bit, then you have easy access to everything...no need to removw the swing arm etc. for this job. Now you know. Greetings from México
Hello, I would say it was about 12 hours total. I took my time going back up. Making sure all parts was clean and torqued and double checking everything.
So, I now have suffered this issue at 38k, and now at 62k miles on my Vulcan Classic. I watched a few additional online videos, which some touched on the tips that you have provided. This is not a simple job, but doable in the home workshop. Again, greatly appreciate that you have done such a great job of providing video, and talking thru the situation.
Thank you, Glad we can help. Good luck to you on the repair. 👍
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts hey man I got a 08 Vulcan Classic 1500 with the shaft drive. Got a vibration feels like it's under the seat rear wheel area, when I pull in the clutch going down the road about 80-90% of it goes away. Do you think it would be the u joint on the driveshaft? If so what would it cost to do this job? Appreciate a response if you got time. Thanks in advance bro.
@@natesv04 Hey, Thanks for reaching out. I'm not to familiar with those bikes. However, I can do so research and get back with you on it. Thanks
I have been looking for a video for this for a year! Finally found this posted on a forum
Hope it helps 👍
Great video. I went thru this experience about 3 years ago. Exactly the same situation. This video fully supported what my experience was. Appreciate the time you have taken to explain and document this procedure. Key thing here is that you do not have to pull the motor, simply remove 3 of he 4 motor mounts and then slide the motor over far enough to get the Bezel Gear Cover off.
You're very welcome 👍
Damn man you are a life saver. Definitely did a great job. Found some simple steps myself. But you lead the way.big thumbs up
Great video, really enjoyed it. I'm looking for part 2 ?? I've subscribed to your channel and hope you have part 2 somewhere or at least how reassembly went.
Very informative. Convinced me to take mine to the shop, if mine goes bad.
Glad we could help. Enjoy the ride and ride safe 👍
What are the symptoms of a worn out bevel gear ? I have a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad. 45000 miles. I haven't rode it yet due to not having it tagged yet. And I need tires. Its coming on winter, so I was going to repair everything for spring. Got the bike on a trade, runs great. Great video.
Thanks, and congrats on the new to you bike. It's easier to say listen to the video again. We explain the symptoms I believe in the beginning/middle of the video. Hope that helps. Good luck with servicing it and thanks again 👍
this is a great informative video thank so much man.i think this bearing has gone out on my 1600 nomad. its showing most of the symptoms .i feel its either a bad u joint or this bad front bevel bearing.right now im stuck trying to decide whether to tackle this myself or just take it to the shop and fork over the money ha
You're welcome. Give it a shot, your wallet will thank you for it 👍😁
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts thanks for the encouragement man . im decently mechanically inclined,my dad is a mechanic whos worked on cars his whole life but not really on motorcycles much and hes willing to help ,id definitely try it myself if i knew for sure this was the problem and not something else
You're welcome, you got this 👍👍
@@matthewgentry4275 What were your symptoms ?
Awesome video very informative thanks for the details
Thx just about to take mine apart for same thing thx for the video
You're welcome. Good luck 👍
Dude!
Thank You !
You interested in doing another one on an ‘07?
You're welcome, sure. Email to get phone or look us up on Facebook and we can get you scheduled in. Thanks
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts
Thanks
Roger that
Will do
I’m in Lavon, TX.
~660 miles…
Thinking I might make the trip.
What’s your schedule look like and $$ estimate (understanding it’s an estimate)?
Great video! How can I find part 2? Anyone have a link? I have searched and can't find it.
Thanks, sorry we didn't make a part 2. We just put it all back together with out recording it. If we get another job in, we will do a start to finish. Thanks
Good evening! I wanted to ask if you have a list of the parts you ordered. I have to go though this asap and wanted to order the parts I need. You showed a bunch of baggies with different parts to change since it's all opened up. I appreciate it!
Hey, sorry we don't have a list. Its been so long we honestly would have to take a little time to create a list but it might not be %100 everything that's needed. Might want to check with your local dealer to get a list for the repair. However, the question has been asked a few times before so we will work on the list of parts and add it to the description. Thanks and good luck 👍
Please start doing cruiser repair videos. I know they not as glamorous as the sport bikes , but some of us old guys could use some helpful videos like this on metric cruisers. There's plenty of videos on Harley's,just not much on metrics. Thanks and I'll sub just in case you decide to.
cl roberts thanks, we plan on it. This was the 1st and only crusier bike we have ever worked on other than tire installation. We welcome all 2 wheel machines, we would love to learn them all as well. Since then, we purchased a tripod to hold the camera so we will definately get start to finish videos now. If you're on Facebook, like and follow us at Gordon Cycle Parts. We have a few videos on there as well. Thanks again.
dakadr4250 wow I didn't expect a reply. Thanks. I'm having a problem with my Kawasaki Vulcan 1500. Intermittent vibration. Feels like it in the handlebar. Removed the wheel and checked the wheel bearings and they are fine. Going to replace anyways while the wheel is off , and the brake pads also. Hopefully my problem lies within one of those two. I'll keep you posted. Sorry I don't have book face .
cl roberts you're welcome, ok and good luck. Pay close attention to what the bike is doing when the vibrations starts. If during deceleration, its likely from worn parts. Be sure to check the oil drain plug screen for metal shavings to determine if its internal wear. Again, good luck
Good informative video
I know this is old video, but I’m having trouble with my 96 when you’re going and you get into the throttle it acts like it skips with this cause it like you pulled the clutch real fast and let it go real fast already replaced everything on the clutch side
I just watched those videos of that old dude you were talking that just talks about it but doesn't show anything. Ugh I just wasn't sure which bearing it was, thanks
You're welcome, good luck
How did you get the cap for the bevel gear off? what did you do to hold the gear in place when undoing the nut?
Sorry but I don't recall the cap removal. I used an impact gun on the nut removal so I held the gear with my hand
Hey Gordon. I got the same year. Bike goes into a fslse neutral in 2nd gear . Any recommendations?
Hey man I'm having the same issue was it bevel related? Thanks
Hey, ive got a 2003 meanstreak 1500 that has a locked up drivetrain, is it possible that the bevel gear bearing can wear to the point of seizing up the drivetrain? or maybe even creating enough play between the gears to bind them up?
krisbajorski with bearings thats possible but I likely doubt that's your issue though. Do the engine still start and run ?
Great video! God bless!
Thank you. #RideSafe 🏍
Where is the other videos on this subject?? You said there would be more but I can’t find them. Really need a detailed video. Great video though.
My apologies. We never uploaded the video the 2nd half of the video.
I have the same problem. Is there a video actually showing how you broke it down and put it back together? Can you provide a parts list with part numbers?
Sorry, this was the 1 and only time we did a job ime this. But, I will look up part #s and share them with you. Absolutely no special tools are required doing this job.
I'm in Whittier, CA
M Robinson sorry, this is the only video I posted of this job. Sorry, but I thought show after i got it all about, which is still more than what I found before I started this job. Sorry if it's not detailed enuf. This video shows everything that came off so i really hope that helps.
Thnx but I took it in for repair
what's up buddy? I'm from Brazil, I have a question, I have the same bike and since I bought it in reduced gear it makes a sound as if it were going in reverse, it even sounds like gears making noise in the engine brake, when I accelerate or press the clutch in motion it doesn't make a noise. reverse gear, it only does it when the engine uses its opposite driving force, do you think it could be this bearing?
Hey, from what I can remember, it's likely that's what it is. As soon as the load is off the bike, it can sounds rough, vibrate, grind sound, whistling sound etc. Hope that helps. Good luck 👍
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts obrigado amigo!! 🤜🤛
@@JMS289 De nada, boa sorte
Because i dont wanna buy extra parts i don't need, How'd you remove that copper cap from the assembly cover that houses the nut for the front bevel gear and that bad bearing. Did you pry it out of punch it out? Figured it be better to ask, i know the bearing is bad but i could figure out how to remove that little cover to get to the nut to free the bevel gear.
Sorry, but I don't recall exactly but I believe it I used a flat edge around the seal. Hope that helps. Good luck 👍
Gordon, Did you ever finish replacing that bevel gear bearing? I am about to do the same job on my 1500 Mean Streak.
Yes, I did but my apologies for not updating and posting a part 2. I got into putting it back together and was just going going going. Sorry
@@Gordons-Cycle-Parts Thank you for responding. And thanks for the part 1 video. Any problems putting it back together?
You're welcome, no it went back together just fine. Actually it went faster since everything was labeled. Sure hope this video helps you get back on the road soon 👍🏍
Gordon, quick question.....how in the world did you get the shifter linkage off the shaft? I am stuck.
never mind bud. I got it
Great content sir. How can I contact you with a couple questions?
Thanks, you can email us through here or contact us through Facebook or Instagram under Gordons Cycle Parts. Thanks
High guy can you tell me what kind of oil you use and how often you changed it thanks for the video very helpful 😉
Gary M. Pollitt PhD hello, this was a customer's bike that I only replaced the bevel bearing on. So I would recommend using the manufacturer recommendation on mileage for oil changes. However, we used rotela t4 15w-40 and a standard filter to run it a few miles to flush it, then we went back with Castrol synthetic blend with a K&N filter. Hope this was helpful. Good luck 🏍
dakadr4250 thanks for the quick reply on the oil question you really are good with the Vulcans. I have one last question. Are you replacing the old bearing with the exact same part new part new bearing and expecting it to get any more life out of it, Or did Kawasaki upgrade the replacement bearing for better life? Thanks chief you're a stout fellow 😎
What is the best way to get the clutch seal out of there or am I gonna have to take it apart like this
Sorry, I'm not sure. This was the 1 and only time we worked on a bike like this, so I'm not sure. Good luck
You should had removed the right side of the frame, and push back the engine a bit, then you have easy access to everything...no need to removw the swing arm etc. for this job. Now you know. Greetings from México
@@patstaffer1331 👍
Hello.. you were about 4.5 hours in the teardown. Was it about the same going back together? So, about a 10 hour job for you?
Hello, I would say it was about 12 hours total. I took my time going back up. Making sure all parts was clean and torqued and double checking everything.
i heard the reason this bearing goes bad is the wear washer is wrong one don' know for sure
How did you get the nut off the bevel gear.
With an half inch Impact
Hi guy what's to keep the new bearing from failing like the old one thanks man?
dont buy one like that one buy a new bearing , its a nsk bearing no.7305B as in boy
Seeing how long ago this was I guess you don't have the part number on the bearing.
@tee19880703 sure don't. But if you watch the whole video, I show it in the package I believe so you might see it.
@tee19880703 part # for the bearing is 92045-1165
Bearing Ball, 6305C2
Need a nother video
Why do americans talk so much ffs.Get on with the job mate.
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