Great Video. It makes such a great difference. Engine braking is so smooth once you remove the restrictions. Well done on giving everyone a great description. :)
So glad you had a 2nd half of this video with you testing it out. I just purchased a Vulcan and did notice the jerking at the lower speeds. So good to see this can be resolved.Great vid!! Thanks so much.
No worries 😁 Glad you enjoyed it. Unfortunately it doesn't completely eliminate the low speed jerkiness... but it certainly makes a big difference! Congrats on your new vulcan!! 🥳
@@michaelmason5562 you have to be so perfect with the throttle, it's ridiculous try revving it out more before fully engaging the clutch and ride it like a JAPANESE bike
I'm in America and mine came unrestricted and it is still jerky to a point where the ride can be thoroughly unenjoyable if you are not perfect on your throttle. To be completely honest, this bike annoys the holy shit out of me.
Great video. Thanks so much! Will be de-restricting mine as soon as I’m on my full licence next year. By the way I have installed a booster plug to try to reduce the ‘jerkiness’ of the throttle. Pretty much a waste of money. Very minimal difference. I hope this is improved with de-restricting the bike. You seem to have got some good improvement so that’s something to look forward to. Thanks heaps for all your great vids!!
Thanks for watching! 😁 Yeah the booster plug doesn't seem to do much haha. Hopefully you will find a similar improvement after derestricting it. Its a new bike! Woot woot! Ride safe
Fabulous! Can't wait to derestrict but only passed licence yesterday so have 3 years on PS before I can do it (Vic,). Great that it looks like my bike may last me longer than I thought. Thanx for great vid.
Really good vid, we have basically the same restriction laws over here in the UK, This was really useful to find a bike that I could ride on my A2(restricted 35kw).
I bought my vulcan used and was already unrestricted so happy days .didn't know and was riding on my learner's totally unaware . Love the videos mate your a legend
Thanks Richard! 😁 I bought mine second hand as well and the previous owner had unrestricted it. I noticed the plug in the extras he gave me. Put it back on straight away because I was petrified hahaha. You're braver than me! Although in my defence you had no idea haha. Man it's a great bike isn't it 🤘
Thanks for watching 🙂 Although the vulcan has the same engine as the ninja... they're tuned a little differently. So hopefully you also experience some improvement with the throttle 🤞🤞
Guess things down in aus r way difrent here in states I live in a strict state and its just a 16 hour class over 2 days with parking lot test then you can buy what ever
Stacey, I unrestricted on the weekend up at the farm, both the limiter screw and drag plug, a remarkable difference...goes like a rocket! Got some pics that my help...how do I attached them?
Oh that's awesome John! Well done on releasing the beast! Haha! Feel free to send your pics through to my email address... thevschick@hotmail.com Ride safe!!
Hey! watched a ton of videos on the same subject; you are the only one who bothered to make a reference to the service manual! awosome video! very informative! Gusstaf!
Thanks for the videos, just found your channel and subscribed. now I gotta run outside and check my 22 vulcan for that plug. Lol. Can u post a link for the seat. Maybe it's in another video but I just ordered a seat cushion for mine. I'd rather just have a replacement seat that's more comfy. Thanks again, I can't wait to watch more of your great videos.
Haha glad you found the channel 😊😊 Hopefully you find some of my other vids helpful too. I actually had my seat redone by a local guy. He reshaped it and added foam to it. I think it looks awesome but still wish it was more comfortable. Here's a link to the vid ua-cam.com/video/ZdNaMyQIHXU/v-deo.html I've heard the Corbin seats are good so that might be an option for you if you don't mind spending a little money.
Great Vid, cheers, 2017 'S' just bought with 890kms (3 years in storage)...de-restrict scheduled for next weekend. Throttle limiter screw to be removed a restrict/diag plug as well....great to see vids and comments/suggestions with an Aus base...keep it up!
Awesome thanks John. I always love hearing good things about the channel! 🇦🇺 Sounds like you've got yourself a great set of wheels! You'll have those kms clocking up pretty quick I reckon 😉 Ride safe!
Thanks heaps Eric! Seems you guys are a little spoilt over there haha! Cheers for the honourable mention in your latest vid too. Very kind of you. That was great fun on Smittys Live. He's a good bloke.
I'm in the US also. I look at mine to be nosey and it has a cap on it but no wires. The cap that's plugged in has something that looks like Magnets on it..???
Yep so yours just has a dust cover on it. I think the little black things are just grommets to plug up where the wires come out. 🙂 Thanks for being nosey haha 😄
I know whole different market, but my girlfriend just picked up a 22 Vulcan S in the US. No restrictions here, but I noticed riding it home from the dealership and doing a test ride after swapping out the ergo fit footpegs, that the throttle is very jerky on/off throttle and on/off clutch. The bike is basically new with only 350 miles on it(~600 kms). I just checked the cover on her bike and no plug or loop on it.
Very interesting. There is no restriction here in this country. Brasil. I believe you are British, not American, but your accent is quiet a personal. Great video. Cruiser here is a difficult task due to bumps and small holes in the tarmac. Brasil Afterwards I understood you live in Australia. Happy New Year.
Thanks for watching 🙂 Yep I'm Australian. 🇦🇺 I always find it interesting learning the varrying rules and regulations in different countries. Even state to state in Australia can be different.
@@TheVSChickYour videos are very good, good recorded, good quality, they are sincere and informative. Here in Brasil there is the same law everywhere. Brasil is a Federation of states (Republica Federativa do Brasil) only formally. In practice, it is a centralist empire of law (in the past it was much more federative like the USA are). I had all types of motorcycles in the past. But today I only have a KTM390 to urban use. This is a small bike with a supermotard position to pilot it, low seat (this is the last model made 2017 before discontinuation, the last old short KTM with lateral stubby exhaust with special Brazilian government imposed dbkiller inside the original stubby and low seat), it has a very interesting frame and handlebar and also a short gasoline reservoir (made of plastic like BMW) to strongly control the front wheel. Very light motorcycle and agile. Beautiful too. Good acceleration and easy to manoeuvre, nimble, without need to maintain the motor on (when parking). Not good to travel to faraway. Good new year!! I have experience with your two cylinder motor in full throttle (Versys old model, Z650 new model). Maybe or not I buy a kawa cruiser (I had only one cruiser in the past, Honda shadow 750 with carburetor. Good bike). Brasil
@@TheVSChick Very safe... I am a survivor. Motorcycle is dangerous by its own nature. You need to be the best guy to survive. It is not car. I began with horses (less than 10 years old) after bicycle after motorbycicle after Yamaha RD 2 strokes 50cc after the same bike with 75cc after FBM150 (rare motorcycle partially made in Argentina and Brasil, all fiber glass, 2 strokes, Minarelli inspired), after a Honda 125, after Agrale 27.0 (Brazilian, 2 strokes with a mix of italian and spanish mechanics) after another Agrale 30.0, after Yamaha 200cc (light trail, liquid cooling, 2 stroke) nickname Van Gogh (due to the lack of one hear, asymmetric lateral fair), after Honda XLX 350cc (nickname foot crasher due to its infernaly hard foot kick starter which came from the Japanese Hell... I know it) And after... Well... Many others. Australia is better to motorcycle. It is plain good and has good tarmac. Bye
Good video, Stacey. Great information you passed on to others. Good work, I'm please it achieved what you were after, I could hear that in your voice when powering on. Cheers👍👍
Thank you for telling everyone the actual truth. Im in an Australian vulcan group on Facebook and im sick of nearly everyone saying the plug does nothing. I know it does restrict it. My jack daniels vulcan is modified a heap. I kill any 96 cube harley. Not bad when the 40 cube vulcan kills things double its size.
@@TheVSChick in lower gear ie first or second the engine breaking is very strong like you explained in the video lol. I've just ordered front fairing for vully. Thinking next will be floorboards
Oh there's so much that you could do. The thing you'll probably notice first is that the seat is super uncomfortable on long trips. An exhaust... floorboards... tailtidy... the list goes on!
Derestricting this bike does not exceed the LAMS power to weight ratio. Restricted it is 111kw/T, unrestricted it is 142kw/T. The way they get you is by adding the statement about not being allowed to perform modifications that increase the ratio.
True, my counter statement would be, “I’m removing a modification that decreased my ratio.” Since this is technically what the bike should’ve been at stock to begin with.
In Victoria you need to let Vicroads know then after that the bike can’t be resold as a LAMS bike but you will probably get more $$$$ when you sell it as a full power version.
@@TheVSChick I think you have to be careful as if you don’t tell your road authority you may find yourself unregistered and therefore uninsured at least no coverage from the TAC. So that will mean you get to pay for your medical expenses.
Yep always good to be aware of that info before doing any kind of modification to the bike. Can be frustrating when the laws and regulations differ state to state/ country to country too.
The gears are still a little clunky... but significantly better after removing the restrictor plug. I saw your comment on another vid about the windscreen. 🙂 It was already on the bike when I bought it... but after a quick search, I found one that looks pretty similar... www.ebay.com.au/itm/Windscreen-Windshield-Screen-w-Bracket-For-Kawasaki-Vulcan-S-EN-650-2015-2018-/265106111403?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0
Question. Did you notice any fuel consumption difference when unrestricted. I find it that I average 240 "mix of local and freeway" riding while it is restricted.
Heya 👋 I actually got my seat done by a local guy. Waaaay cheaper than the corbin or core brands... and you can customise the stitching/colours/fabric. It's still not a lounge chair but it certainly made a huge difference!
Oh the stock seat is shocking isn't it!! Haha! I got mine reshaped, extra cushion added and nice stitching design done by a local guy. Paid $200 AUD. A lot of people recommend the Corbin seat though and I've heard that the CORE seat is quite good too. Both brands are quite expensive so it depends how much you value your butt!!?? Lol!! Here are links to both brands 😎 (You might be able to find online stores based closer to where you live though) Corbin www.corbin.com/kawasaki/kvs15g.shtml CORE www.coremotorcycle.uk/collections/comfort-seats
Thanks Stacey, yeah Ive seen both and they are both pretty Exxy (and OS too)...looks like Ill search for a local who can do with what you've done (padding and stitching)...I dont think Ive spent so much time and effort on my derriere....heheheh LOL
Haha yeah you've gotta look after your toosh!! The guy that did my seat also scooped and shaped it. I would have liked it to be even softer but... (butt 😉)... its still waaaay comfier than the stock.
Mine has that plug but it doesn’t have any wires coming off it doesn’t even have a loop it just looks like four black circles where wires could be coming out of so basically it’s just a cap off , I’m guessing that’s what the nonrestricted looks like I’ll try to take a picture and send it to you in a bit my messages
Hey stace; mine seems to be the case also in terms of it just being a empty plug to cover it. But like you I’m in OZ (plus this is for the Versys model but it’s the same thing). Therefore does that mean I should suspect that the actual restriction may in fact be within the ECU mapping itself now?
Yeah possibly. My bike is a 2016 so things may have changed in the newer models so that may play a part depending on what year your bike is. I don't know much about the versys though sorry. Does it have the bolt restriction too?
@@TheVSChick Yep also has the throttle stop which based on the vids I've seen might be more than sufficient in the future as it still opens the engine up.
Wait i'm just curios becouse i have the 2023 model and it has been restricted to 35kw for the A2 license, so i Just need to do this to unlock full Power? Without any type of problems with the engine?
To be honest, I'm not sure with the later models. You'd have to have a look and see. Also... make sure you check the legalities when unrestricting it. I wouldn't want to get you into trouble! Im on my R licence so it doesn have to be a LAMs bike. Lucky you though! 2023 model!! 🙌 Woot woot!!!
Looking at all the confusions and ambiguities around unrestriction, I’m happy that we don’t have restrictions here in India even though our not-too-great road conditions don’t quite require the bikes to have 61 horses ! Do you have or planning on getting a Booster plug ?
Lol yeah it would be a lot easier to have no restrictions... but I guess it means learner riders are less likely to get themselves into trouble. 61 horses is heaps hey! Haha I actually already have a booster plug. I'm not sure on the difference it makes though as it was already on the bike when I bought it. 🙂
Did it have the little loop on the top? There is another plug that is literally just a cover which wouldn't have had any impact at all. Other than that... not sure??
So how is this policed? If the police pull you over, do they look for that restrictor plug? In my day we had to have under 250cc and display P or L plates and stay under 80. (Which was annoying and dangerous when trucks etc over took you.)
Hey Pete! I've actually NEVER been pulled over by the police... on any bike. So I literally have no idea. I can't imagine they would request to check the existence of a plug but I honestly dont know. Having to stay under 80km would have been dangerous on the highway. 😬 Glad the rules have changed around that!!
I'm not sure if it's the same on the mainland, but in Tasmania the police and Serve Tas have a list of what is considered a LAMS approved bike so if it's on the list then you are fine. It also shows up in your registration details as well.
It’s not really policed as such but it’s a legal thing. If you are involved in an accident and they check the LAMS compliance of your bike you will be in a legal mess if you are not yet on a full license. And it will also void your insurance. Take care! Don’t de-restrict your bike until you’re on your full licence.
Any idea for the 2023 model? I really want to do it because i really don't like how it runs in 1st and 2nd. I checked on the Internet and i can't find shit
Yeah in QLD, Australia we have two levels of license. Those who are on their RE licence have to ride LAMS approved (Learner Approved Motorcylces) motorbikes which are bikes generally under 650. Although the vulcan is a 650, the power to weight ratio exceeds that of the LAMS requirements. So in Australia it is restricted to allow it to fit into the LAMS category.
That's where the Vulcan is good but with my mt gotta go through a whole heap of stuff to derestrict it. I'm in the mt 07 group and have had someone derestrict there bike coz he was on R class licence and got into trouble
Oh thats so weird because I didn't think the MT07 was a LAMS approved bike anyway because it was one of the bikes that we could use at the R course. Interesting. 🤷♀️ And yeah super important to check all the rules and regulations around it so you don't get yourself into trouble unknowingly.
@@TheVSChick this particular guy who done the derestrict went the wrong way about it coz the lams approved mt07 has the restrictor late so it met adr rules etc but you can actually get it taken off which you might have to do with the vulcan
How many kilometres does your Vulcan have at the moment? Mines just done 40,000km service. Does yours tap and rattle? I can't get a straight answer for this.
I got my seat done by a local guy. He did a pretty good job. Not 100% comfy but still a massive improvement. These vids may help... Seat cushion ua-cam.com/video/6KtWp9ImCUo/v-deo.html Custom seat ua-cam.com/video/ZdNaMyQIHXU/v-deo.html
Yeah we're a bit weird over here in AUS haha. It's all about the power to weight ratio... they are not keen to have the RE class ride bikes with too much power. The vulcan sits just over that power to weight ratio limit. I bet you have some absolutely stunning roads over in Canada!
Ok. Those restrictions make the bike power like a 400cc bike here. Crappy. Yes Canada has some beautiful highways to ride. Especially the mountains in Alberta and British Columbia.
It's more about the power to rate ratio. Some 250s aren't LAMS approved. You can find a list of LAMS bikes on the Department of transport website if ever you want to check it out further 😉
@@TheVSChick Ahhh i get it. Nah i jumpes onto a Indian FTR for my first bike. My wife is quite scared so i was looking for a tame bike but still fun. I knew how to ride as i rode motorcross for years so i ws confident to go onto a higher power bike, i just needed 20 mins woth the FTR to get a feel for its clutch and power
havent purchased yet but will likely get the vulcan s, spoke to mechanic and he said same as you, but they are not allowed to remove the plug by law apparently, even when selling to full licence rider. @@TheVSChick
ive actually put a depost down since then. will pick it up monday. i will definitely be unrestricting it. thanks for the videos, you were a real help with my decision.@@TheVSChick
The plug is confirmed to be a Kawasaki diagnostic plug. Does nothing for power. I confirmed it myself also by riding my vulcan and playing around with it
@@snappy-T with the loop wire attached it actually sends a signal back to the ECU that slightly changes the mapping, hence decreasing power. Removing the loop wire removes the return signal that causes the change.
Guys that is Kawasaki diagnostic port. By removing it, it makes NO deference other than exposing the port to debris and humidity. I work at a motorcycle dealer.
For anyone that wants to know does this really work???? No it doesn’t it has nothing to do with the power it’s a simple diagnostic plug the only thing that removing the plug may do is effect the rev limitations
Great Video. It makes such a great difference. Engine braking is so smooth once you remove the restrictions. Well done on giving everyone a great description. :)
Thanks Ian. 🙂 Yeah I'm loving it hey! So much smoother!
So glad you had a 2nd half of this video with you testing it out. I just purchased a Vulcan and did notice the jerking at the lower speeds. So good to see this can be resolved.Great vid!! Thanks so much.
No worries 😁 Glad you enjoyed it. Unfortunately it doesn't completely eliminate the low speed jerkiness... but it certainly makes a big difference! Congrats on your new vulcan!! 🥳
was it jerking in first gear going like 6 mph to 14 mph? mine is doing that and its aNNOYING
@@michaelmason5562 you have to be so perfect with the throttle, it's ridiculous
try revving it out more before fully engaging the clutch and ride it like a JAPANESE bike
I'm in America and mine came unrestricted and it is still jerky to a point where the ride can be thoroughly unenjoyable if you are not perfect on your throttle. To be completely honest, this bike annoys the holy shit out of me.
Great video. Thanks so much! Will be de-restricting mine as soon as I’m on my full licence next year.
By the way I have installed a booster plug to try to reduce the ‘jerkiness’ of the throttle. Pretty much a waste of money. Very minimal difference. I hope this is improved with de-restricting the bike. You seem to have got some good improvement so that’s something to look forward to.
Thanks heaps for all your great vids!!
Thanks for watching! 😁 Yeah the booster plug doesn't seem to do much haha. Hopefully you will find a similar improvement after derestricting it. Its a new bike! Woot woot! Ride safe
Fabulous! Can't wait to derestrict but only passed licence yesterday so have 3 years on PS before I can do it (Vic,). Great that it looks like my bike may last me longer than I thought. Thanx for great vid.
Congratulations Steff!!! Well done!!! You've got yourself a great bike hey! And in 3 years... you can put an extra bit of life into it. Ride safe!!!
Really good vid, we have basically the same restriction laws over here in the UK, This was really useful to find a bike that I could ride on my A2(restricted 35kw).
I bought my vulcan used and was already unrestricted so happy days .didn't know and was riding on my learner's totally unaware . Love the videos mate your a legend
Thanks Richard! 😁 I bought mine second hand as well and the previous owner had unrestricted it. I noticed the plug in the extras he gave me. Put it back on straight away because I was petrified hahaha. You're braver than me! Although in my defence you had no idea haha. Man it's a great bike isn't it 🤘
@@TheVSChick I love it it's great in the corners . I just need a new exhaust the stock one is pretty lame .
@@richardtreloar4423 Yeah it is extremely quiet 😬 I can recommend the delkevic. Great sound in my opinion 👌
Rad video Stacey! So glad it's given you a bit more wiggle room to enjoy!
Spencerrrrrrr!! 🤘 I'm super super pumped with it hey. 😊
This is so good to know as I mate of mine just got a new Vulcan 650 and is on his L's so I will be sending this vid to him....awesome
Awesome Roland. 👌 I love hearing that other people are into the vulcan. Such a great bike! Woot woot!
Great vid, so good to know pulling that plug is gonna fix the fueling, my bike is so damn lean, the on off throttle is so harsh on my ninja650
Thanks for watching 🙂 Although the vulcan has the same engine as the ninja... they're tuned a little differently. So hopefully you also experience some improvement with the throttle 🤞🤞
@@TheVSChick I've just tried it and yeah its so much better even shifting feels so much better, its like a new bike around town
Success! Woot woot!!
So good to be able to de restrict and get full power. Stacey this was a great video
Thanks Rob. Not a bad way to celebrate passing my R license hey! 😉
Cheers , was gonna remove them but best I don't - it's my wife's bike and she's only just started riding
Great easy tutorial - ride safe
Yeah best to leave it for the moment 😉 Safe riding!
Guess things down in aus r way difrent here in states I live in a strict state and its just a 16 hour class over 2 days with parking lot test then you can buy what ever
Damn! You've got it good!
Stacey, I unrestricted on the weekend up at the farm, both the limiter screw and drag plug, a remarkable difference...goes like a rocket! Got some pics that my help...how do I attached them?
Oh that's awesome John! Well done on releasing the beast! Haha! Feel free to send your pics through to my email address... thevschick@hotmail.com
Ride safe!!
Hey! watched a ton of videos on the same subject; you are the only one who bothered to make a reference to the service manual! awosome video! very informative! Gusstaf!
Oh cool thanks! 😊 It's quite a debated topic
Thanks for the videos, just found your channel and subscribed. now I gotta run outside and check my 22 vulcan for that plug. Lol. Can u post a link for the seat. Maybe it's in another video but I just ordered a seat cushion for mine. I'd rather just have a replacement seat that's more comfy. Thanks again, I can't wait to watch more of your great videos.
Haha glad you found the channel 😊😊 Hopefully you find some of my other vids helpful too. I actually had my seat redone by a local guy. He reshaped it and added foam to it. I think it looks awesome but still wish it was more comfortable.
Here's a link to the vid ua-cam.com/video/ZdNaMyQIHXU/v-deo.html
I've heard the Corbin seats are good so that might be an option for you if you don't mind spending a little money.
Great Vid, cheers, 2017 'S' just bought with 890kms (3 years in storage)...de-restrict scheduled for next weekend. Throttle limiter screw to be removed a restrict/diag plug as well....great to see vids and comments/suggestions with an Aus base...keep it up!
Awesome thanks John. I always love hearing good things about the channel! 🇦🇺 Sounds like you've got yourself a great set of wheels! You'll have those kms clocking up pretty quick I reckon 😉 Ride safe!
A really well done video on how to derestrict your bike. Here in the US I don't think any of the states have this type of governor. Great upload! Eric
Thanks heaps Eric! Seems you guys are a little spoilt over there haha! Cheers for the honourable mention in your latest vid too. Very kind of you. That was great fun on Smittys Live. He's a good bloke.
@@TheVSChickyou're on my list to give a proper shoutout to your channel. I'm chipping sway at them. Onya mate 😉
Oh awesome. Thanks man! I'm feeling the love 😁
I'm in the US also. I look at mine to be nosey and it has a cap on it but no wires. The cap that's plugged in has something that looks like Magnets on it..???
Yep so yours just has a dust cover on it. I think the little black things are just grommets to plug up where the wires come out. 🙂 Thanks for being nosey haha 😄
I know whole different market, but my girlfriend just picked up a 22 Vulcan S in the US. No restrictions here, but I noticed riding it home from the dealership and doing a test ride after swapping out the ergo fit footpegs, that the throttle is very jerky on/off throttle and on/off clutch. The bike is basically new with only 350 miles on it(~600 kms). I just checked the cover on her bike and no plug or loop on it.
Ooo congrats to your girlfriend. 🥳 The jerkiness does take a little getting used to. I barely notice it anymore.
Very interesting. There is no restriction here in this country. Brasil. I believe you are British, not American, but your accent is quiet a personal. Great video. Cruiser here is a difficult task due to bumps and small holes in the tarmac.
Brasil
Afterwards I understood you live in Australia. Happy New Year.
Thanks for watching 🙂 Yep I'm Australian. 🇦🇺 I always find it interesting learning the varrying rules and regulations in different countries. Even state to state in Australia can be different.
@@TheVSChickYour videos are very good, good recorded, good quality, they are sincere and informative. Here in Brasil there is the same law everywhere. Brasil is a Federation of states (Republica Federativa do Brasil) only formally. In practice, it is a centralist empire of law (in the past it was much more federative like the USA are). I had all types of motorcycles in the past. But today I only have a KTM390 to urban use. This is a small bike with a supermotard position to pilot it, low seat (this is the last model made 2017 before discontinuation, the last old short KTM with lateral stubby exhaust with special Brazilian government imposed dbkiller inside the original stubby and low seat), it has a very interesting frame and handlebar and also a short gasoline reservoir (made of plastic like BMW) to strongly control the front wheel. Very light motorcycle and agile. Beautiful too. Good acceleration and easy to manoeuvre, nimble, without need to maintain the motor on (when parking). Not good to travel to faraway.
Good new year!! I have experience with your two cylinder motor in full throttle (Versys old model, Z650 new model). Maybe or not I buy a kawa cruiser (I had only one cruiser in the past, Honda shadow 750 with carburetor. Good bike).
Brasil
I like the look of the KTM390. I've never had the opportunity to ride it though. Ride safe!!
@@TheVSChick Very safe... I am a survivor. Motorcycle is dangerous by its own nature. You need to be the best guy to survive. It is not car. I began with horses (less than 10 years old) after bicycle after motorbycicle after Yamaha RD 2 strokes 50cc after the same bike with 75cc after FBM150 (rare motorcycle partially made in Argentina and Brasil, all fiber glass, 2 strokes, Minarelli inspired), after a Honda 125, after Agrale 27.0 (Brazilian, 2 strokes with a mix of italian and spanish mechanics) after another Agrale 30.0, after Yamaha 200cc (light trail, liquid cooling, 2 stroke) nickname Van Gogh (due to the lack of one hear, asymmetric lateral fair), after Honda XLX 350cc (nickname foot crasher due to its infernaly hard foot kick starter which came from the Japanese Hell... I know it) And after... Well... Many others.
Australia is better to motorcycle. It is plain good and has good tarmac. Bye
Obrigado pelo coração!!!
I checked my bike it’s already been done . Thank you for the help .
No worries! 😎🤘
Good video, Stacey. Great information you passed on to others. Good work, I'm please it achieved what you were after, I could hear that in your voice when powering on. Cheers👍👍
Thanks Moz! Yeah there are a few different viewpoints on it so I wanted to be as thorough as I could. 🙂
Excellent. Just what I needed.
Glad to help 😊
Thank you for telling everyone the actual truth. Im in an Australian vulcan group on Facebook and im sick of nearly everyone saying the plug does nothing. I know it does restrict it. My jack daniels vulcan is modified a heap. I kill any 96 cube harley. Not bad when the 40 cube vulcan kills things double its size.
No worries! Thanks for the feedback. 🙂 It's a frikkin awesome bike hey... and unrestricting makes it even better. 🙌
@@TheVSChick unrestricted and front and rear sprocket change. Plus many more mods. I love my vulcan
Oh I haven't done the sprocket change. I might need to put that on the to do list.
39 tooth rear will drop your rpm from around 5000 to around 4000. It makes all the difference
That's awesome. Does it affect the lower speeds much??
Nice looking seat and hope it’s comfy on a longer rides.
Thanks 😊 Yeah it's better than the stock. Not a lounge chair but a huge improvement
...and I can 'hear' the smile on your face when you twist that throttle.... :)
Hahaha hell yeah!! 🤘🤘🤘
Awesome video Stacey 👌. I can't wait for the feeling of having an unrestricted bike. 4 months and 1 week to go 😍🏍️.
Thanks Ebony 😁 That's not long to go at all! Woot woot!
Great video as always amigo , my gear indicator is plugged into that white plug not sure if bolt there
Thank you! You should go have a look and see if the bolts still there. I'm going to have a guess and say it's not. 🙂
@@TheVSChick in lower gear ie first or second the engine breaking is very strong like you explained in the video lol.
I've just ordered front fairing for vully. Thinking next will be floorboards
Oooo good one! 🙂 I'm almost running out of mods lol
@@TheVSChick no way has to be more lol did you see the full leather covers for vulcan gas tank ??
Yeah I've seen those. They look alright hey 🙂
Thanks for the detailed explanation. 👍
No worries 😊
Go the full power...unleash the beast 🤘 nice one VS
Hell yeah!! Haha thanks Frank 😊
Great work Stacey. Congratulations on the open licence 😎👍🏼
Thanks Big Bert! 😎
What's the exhaust you put on your vulcan? Doesn't sound like stock.
after watched your vid, I ordered new 2023. so excited @.@
That's so cool!! Congratulations! You'll love it! Such a great bike 😎
What do you recommend that mod installation?
Oh there's so much that you could do. The thing you'll probably notice first is that the seat is super uncomfortable on long trips. An exhaust... floorboards... tailtidy... the list goes on!
Great video VS
Thank you!! 😁
Derestricting this bike does not exceed the LAMS power to weight ratio. Restricted it is 111kw/T, unrestricted it is 142kw/T. The way they get you is by adding the statement about not being allowed to perform modifications that increase the ratio.
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing 🙌
True, my counter statement would be, “I’m removing a modification that decreased my ratio.” Since this is technically what the bike should’ve been at stock to begin with.
Hope you have oiled your chain by now. Good video and very informative, not applicable in the UK though.
Thanks so much for the feedback. 🙂 And yep my chain is all sorted 👌
In Victoria you need to let Vicroads know then after that the bike can’t be resold as a LAMS bike but you will probably get more $$$$ when you sell it as a full power version.
Yeah that's the same here 🙂
@@TheVSChick I think you have to be careful as if you don’t tell your road authority you may find yourself unregistered and therefore uninsured at least no coverage from the TAC. So that will mean you get to pay for your medical expenses.
Yep always good to be aware of that info before doing any kind of modification to the bike. Can be frustrating when the laws and regulations differ state to state/ country to country too.
If this smooths out changing gears that’s great. Where did you get your windshield from and what size and does it make a difference? Thanks paul.
The gears are still a little clunky... but significantly better after removing the restrictor plug.
I saw your comment on another vid about the windscreen. 🙂 It was already on the bike when I bought it... but after a quick search, I found one that looks pretty similar... www.ebay.com.au/itm/Windscreen-Windshield-Screen-w-Bracket-For-Kawasaki-Vulcan-S-EN-650-2015-2018-/265106111403?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0
Question.
Did you notice any fuel consumption difference when unrestricted. I find it that I average 240 "mix of local and freeway" riding while it is restricted.
Good question. I can't say that I've noticed really.
Cool I have a lady friend that has a Vulcan 🖖. I’m going to share this with her. Thanks Stacey 👊✊👍
Oh thats awesome thanks! Love hearing that other vulcan riders are cruisin the streets! 🖖
Hi...where did you get your seat from?? Looks good! Just got my 2019 model and I think I need to change the seat!!
Heya 👋 I actually got my seat done by a local guy. Waaaay cheaper than the corbin or core brands... and you can customise the stitching/colours/fabric. It's still not a lounge chair but it certainly made a huge difference!
Stacey, any clues on getting a replacement driver seat for my 17 Vulcan S...sore butt !!! appreciate your view/recommendations? JB
Oh the stock seat is shocking isn't it!! Haha! I got mine reshaped, extra cushion added and nice stitching design done by a local guy. Paid $200 AUD. A lot of people recommend the Corbin seat though and I've heard that the CORE seat is quite good too. Both brands are quite expensive so it depends how much you value your butt!!?? Lol!!
Here are links to both brands 😎 (You might be able to find online stores based closer to where you live though)
Corbin
www.corbin.com/kawasaki/kvs15g.shtml
CORE
www.coremotorcycle.uk/collections/comfort-seats
Thanks Stacey, yeah Ive seen both and they are both pretty Exxy (and OS too)...looks like Ill search for a local who can do with what you've done (padding and stitching)...I dont think Ive spent so much time and effort on my derriere....heheheh LOL
Haha yeah you've gotta look after your toosh!! The guy that did my seat also scooped and shaped it. I would have liked it to be even softer but... (butt 😉)... its still waaaay comfier than the stock.
Do they bikes have the clutch assist,slipper clutch to make gear change eazy
Well to be completely honest... I have no idea. 🤷♀️
Is this only for Australian market models? I am in the U.S.
Yep Aussies only 👍 You should be right.
Mine has that plug but it doesn’t have any wires coming off it doesn’t even have a loop it just looks like four black circles where wires could be coming out of so basically it’s just a cap off , I’m guessing that’s what the nonrestricted looks like I’ll try to take a picture and send it to you in a bit my messages
Yeah you're 100% right. If it doesn't have the loop... its just a cap. 👍
Hey stace; mine seems to be the case also in terms of it just being a empty plug to cover it. But like you I’m in OZ (plus this is for the Versys model but it’s the same thing). Therefore does that mean I should suspect that the actual restriction may in fact be within the ECU mapping itself now?
Yeah possibly. My bike is a 2016 so things may have changed in the newer models so that may play a part depending on what year your bike is. I don't know much about the versys though sorry. Does it have the bolt restriction too?
@@TheVSChick Yep also has the throttle stop which based on the vids I've seen might be more than sufficient in the future as it still opens the engine up.
Wait i'm just curios becouse i have the 2023 model and it has been restricted to 35kw for the A2 license, so i Just need to do this to unlock full Power? Without any type of problems with the engine?
To be honest, I'm not sure with the later models. You'd have to have a look and see. Also... make sure you check the legalities when unrestricting it. I wouldn't want to get you into trouble! Im on my R licence so it doesn have to be a LAMs bike. Lucky you though! 2023 model!! 🙌 Woot woot!!!
Well explained
Thanks for the feedback. 😊
Side note. The Ninja 650L also has the same looped plug that does the same thing.
Oh cool cool. That good to know 👍👍👍
Looking at all the confusions and ambiguities around unrestriction, I’m happy that we don’t have restrictions here in India even though our not-too-great road conditions don’t quite require the bikes to have 61 horses !
Do you have or planning on getting a Booster plug ?
Lol yeah it would be a lot easier to have no restrictions... but I guess it means learner riders are less likely to get themselves into trouble. 61 horses is heaps hey! Haha I actually already have a booster plug. I'm not sure on the difference it makes though as it was already on the bike when I bought it. 🙂
@@TheVSChick Yes.. I didn’t find much difference after I had the plug installed at least not as much as what the reviews claimed !
Did it have the little loop on the top? There is another plug that is literally just a cover which wouldn't have had any impact at all. Other than that... not sure??
@@TheVSChick I believe it’s the former one I.e., It’s the standard Boosterplug from the Denmark company and the only one that I’m aware of !
Oooohhhh sorry I thought you were still talking about the restrictor plug haha!
SOOO is the plug the ristrictor and the bolt or just the bolt? or just the plug?
You just have to check your bike for both. 👍
So how is this policed? If the police pull you over, do they look for that restrictor plug?
In my day we had to have under 250cc and display P or L plates and stay under 80. (Which was annoying and dangerous when trucks etc over took you.)
Hey Pete! I've actually NEVER been pulled over by the police... on any bike. So I literally have no idea. I can't imagine they would request to check the existence of a plug but I honestly dont know.
Having to stay under 80km would have been dangerous on the highway. 😬 Glad the rules have changed around that!!
I'm not sure if it's the same on the mainland, but in Tasmania the police and Serve Tas have a list of what is considered a LAMS approved bike so if it's on the list then you are fine. It also shows up in your registration details as well.
It’s not really policed as such but it’s a legal thing. If you are involved in an accident and they check the LAMS compliance of your bike you will be in a legal mess if you are not yet on a full license. And it will also void your insurance. Take care! Don’t de-restrict your bike until you’re on your full licence.
@@careful1234-v1 so are you saying once you're on your full license in NSW and you take off the restrictions it's no longer an issue for insurance?
Great video ride safe
Cheers Dyna! You too! 😎
Any idea for the 2023 model? I really want to do it because i really don't like how it runs in 1st and 2nd. I checked on the Internet and i can't find shit
I'm not really sure to be honest. You could always have a look and see. It's super easy to do.
You find something?
@@mhmadmjadly7199 nope. From what i've seen it's done via computer. But i'm not sure...I gave up
Is this a country thing? I have no idea what you are talking about. I'm in the US and really want to understand this restriction more. Thank you.
Yeah in QLD, Australia we have two levels of license. Those who are on their RE licence have to ride LAMS approved (Learner Approved Motorcylces) motorbikes which are bikes generally under 650. Although the vulcan is a 650, the power to weight ratio exceeds that of the LAMS requirements. So in Australia it is restricted to allow it to fit into the LAMS category.
@@TheVSChick That is really interesting. Thank you for explaining.
@@StitchJones no worries!
That's where the Vulcan is good but with my mt gotta go through a whole heap of stuff to derestrict it. I'm in the mt 07 group and have had someone derestrict there bike coz he was on R class licence and got into trouble
Oh thats so weird because I didn't think the MT07 was a LAMS approved bike anyway because it was one of the bikes that we could use at the R course. Interesting. 🤷♀️ And yeah super important to check all the rules and regulations around it so you don't get yourself into trouble unknowingly.
@@TheVSChick yeah there us 2 types of mt07 you have the mt07 lams approved and the mt07 ho
@@TheVSChick this particular guy who done the derestrict went the wrong way about it coz the lams approved mt07 has the restrictor late so it met adr rules etc but you can actually get it taken off which you might have to do with the vulcan
@@chrissheehan8400 Good one. Thanks Chris 👍
Top stuff. Unrestricted heaven! Boom!
Hell yeah! Boom! 👊
Unleash the beast ✊
Hell yeah ✊️✊️✊️✊️
How many kilometres does your Vulcan have at the moment? Mines just done 40,000km service. Does yours tap and rattle? I can't get a straight answer for this.
Heya 👋 My vulcan has done just over 35,000km and I have no tapping or rattling. Hope you can find the issue
Where did u get your seat made?
I got my seat done by a local guy. He did a pretty good job. Not 100% comfy but still a massive improvement. These vids may help...
Seat cushion ua-cam.com/video/6KtWp9ImCUo/v-deo.html
Custom seat ua-cam.com/video/ZdNaMyQIHXU/v-deo.html
@@TheVSChick thanks heaps! Got my Vulcan yesterday :)
Wooo hoooooo!!!! Do you love it!!??
@@TheVSChick so much fun already!
I have this bike. I'm in Canada. Why does the aussie government have this restriction? The bike isn't super powerful to begin with?
Yeah we're a bit weird over here in AUS haha. It's all about the power to weight ratio... they are not keen to have the RE class ride bikes with too much power. The vulcan sits just over that power to weight ratio limit. I bet you have some absolutely stunning roads over in Canada!
Ok. Those restrictions make the bike power like a 400cc bike here. Crappy. Yes Canada has some beautiful highways to ride. Especially the mountains in Alberta and British Columbia.
Yeah it was a noticeable difference taking the restrictions off the bike that's for sure. Completely changed the feel of the bike. Safe riding Harry
Bela❤❤
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its a big gain on any bike 14hp
more than a Grom
A pretty decent improvement isn't it
It LAMS allows 650 then why is a 650 restricted?
It's more about the power to rate ratio. Some 250s aren't LAMS approved. You can find a list of LAMS bikes on the Department of transport website if ever you want to check it out further 😉
@@TheVSChick Ahhh i get it.
Nah i jumpes onto a Indian FTR for my first bike. My wife is quite scared so i was looking for a tame bike but still fun. I knew how to ride as i rode motorcross for years so i ws confident to go onto a higher power bike, i just needed 20 mins woth the FTR to get a feel for its clutch and power
Daaaaaaammmnnnnnnn!! Now that's a bike! 🙌
Your awesome keep it up Beautiful !!!!!!
Thank you David!! 😊😊😊😊
Wow it's really that easy?
Sure is!
nice area
Yeah it was such a nice day hey
Controversial!
I know right! 😱
yooooooooooo… 👍🏽
Woot woot! 🤘😁🤘
Personally I'd take the female piece of the plug, de-pin it and then use it as the intended mounting point. Keep it a little more secure
Yep that's a good idea. I decided to just leave mine so I'd have the option to put it back on. 🙂
Or you could cut the wire and just tape it so you diag port stays protected
When somebody restricts the performance of a 650 motorcycle, that is a clear sign of way too much government.
Haha! 🤣
How can you get lost in Harvy Bay lol
Haha yeah you'd think I'd know my way around by now lol
Yo Wassup
Yooo
the dealer told me i had to buy a different model bike because restricted bike uses a different engine...facepalm
What did you end up getting??
havent purchased yet but will likely get the vulcan s, spoke to mechanic and he said same as you, but they are not allowed to remove the plug by law apparently, even when selling to full licence rider.
@@TheVSChick
Yeah lots of things to consider if deciding to take the plug off. Best to have all the information 👌
ive actually put a depost down since then. will pick it up monday. i will definitely be unrestricting it. thanks for the videos, you were a real help with my decision.@@TheVSChick
No worries at all. It's a great bike. You'll love it 🙂
Put a R6 quick turn on it
Haha
lol dont go anywhere ill be on the road just wait
I was so pumped with that transition lol
The plug is confirmed to be a Kawasaki diagnostic plug. Does nothing for power. I confirmed it myself also by riding my vulcan and playing around with it
That female plug end is a kawasaki 4 pin plug used to plug in an OBD2 compliant reader
@@snappy-T with the loop wire attached it actually sends a signal back to the ECU that slightly changes the mapping, hence decreasing power. Removing the loop wire removes the return signal that causes the change.
Exactly right 👍
Guys that is Kawasaki diagnostic port. By removing it, it makes NO deference other than exposing the port to debris and humidity. I work at a motorcycle dealer.
For anyone that wants to know does this really work???? No it doesn’t it has nothing to do with the power it’s a simple diagnostic plug the only thing that removing the plug may do is effect the rev limitations
Did you not see the schematic? It’s for lams. Are you in Oz?