Top 20 2003 kawasaki VN 1500 Vulcan Classic - Page 2 Questions & Answers

Hi check the ignition switch and kill switch first also the side stand switch. After this check if there is power at the coils. These are all the simple cheap steps. Best of luck.

It had carbs

check carb float levels and fuel supply and spark plugs

with a cold engine, it should be half way up the window

A single dual throat throttle body (fuel injection) http://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts/2000-kawasaki-vulcan-1500-classic-fi-vn1500n-throttle/o/m149531sch65727

make sure fuses are setted tight check for signal bulbs could be bad. i had a case where filiment in bulb had come into. it was shorting the bulb out

Best money you'll ever spend is getting a service manual from for example amazon, it'll walk you right through it. A person has to be careful following prescribed methods so everything inside doesn't come spilling out onto your bench.

Sounds like the switch is broken, try replacing the switch.

hi could be a bad thermo switch have u tried putting direct power to the fan motor its a good way to test that the fan mtr has not burnt out

See the HOW-TO in the wiki section of the site www.ex-500.com

Could be your ignition but really your starter could be sticking in the on position I would have your starter checked If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jonathan_8c3144e908769d21

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maybe sucking air

Sounds like a fueling problem - either have the fuel injection looked at and maybe new injectors- or have the carbs checked - you haven't really gone into any detail about the bike , the mods to the bike , the year model are you at sea lvl? If you have added a set of pipes or a new free flow air filter it will change the jetting/air fuel mix.

I would replace it with an eBay guaranteed working unit with similar mileage reading, and replace the speedo cable for good measure. All the best!

you have alot of options,emco are a good aftermarket company,or just stay with stock brake parts if they are resonably priced.

Sounds like the seals for the disc caliper pistons are shot, and need replacing. HOWEVER, you didn't say if it was the Front or Rear brake! So, rear brake: http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/2001-kawasaki-vulcan-1500-classic-vn1500e-rear-brake-vn1500-e4/o/m149443sch78489 Front brake: http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/2001-kawasaki-vulcan-1500-classic-vn1500e-front-brake/o/m149443sch77742 Items Items # 43049 & 43049A for both. Shop it around on Ebay

This is normal for Kawasaki's...2nd won't engage until the gearbox output shaft is turning fast enough to locate the centrifugal lockout bearing. This is to make it easier to find neutral at a standstill...

new plugs , air cleaner , drain carby bowls look for dirt , fuel filter ?

yes it can, check the tps with a volt/ohm meter , voltage should change smoothly with throttle opening.