20 Most Recent 2008 kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad Questions & Answers

Sounds like a cam bearing but you should pull the right side cover and check your clutch assembly

Generally, pipes turning blue from too much heat will be caused by improper fuel/air mixture or timing. If the bike exhibited no problems before changing the pipes, my guess would be that you need to readjust your carburetor. This would not be an uncommon step necessary when changing pipes. Might as well check your timing at the same time though.

Clutch worn or dirty plates. Wrong oil.

Instructions

1. • 1 Unscrew the passenger seat\'s mounting bolt, positioned on the rear of the seat, using a socket wrench and a 10 mm socket. Lift the passenger seat up and away from the rider\'s seat.
   • 2 Flip the passenger seat upside down and place it on a clean work area. Pry out the seat cover\'s staples from the bottom of the seat pan with a small pry bar or staple puller. Pull off the vinyl cover and remove the foam from the seat pan.
   • 3 Flip the seat pan over. Place the Utopia back rest bar over the top of the seat pan, following the contours of seat pan. Center the bar in the middle of the pan, then mark the location of the bar\'s mounting holes on the seat pan with a permanent marker. Remove the back rest bar.
   • 4 Drill two holes into the seat pan at the marked locations, using an electric drill and a 9/32-inch drill bit. Place the back rest bar onto the seat pan. Screw the kit\'s bolts and lock washers through the bottom of the pan and into the back rest bar. Tighten the bolts with a 10 mm socket and a socket wrench.
   • 5 Lay the seat\'s foam next to the seat pan. Mark the approximate location of the back rest bar\'s protruding neck at the front of the seat onto the foam with a permanent marker. Cut a slit into the foam at the marked area, using a sharp knife. Place the foam over the seat pan and push the bar\'s neck through the foam\'s newly cut slit.
   • 6 Place the vinyl cover over the seat foam and pan. Pull the cover tight around the sides of the seat and staple it into place, using a heavy-duty staple gun. Cut a slit into the seat cover with a razor to allow the back rest bar\'s neck to extend outward. Remove the paper backing from the plastic boot included with the back rest kit. Slide the boot over the bar\'s neck and hold it firmly in place for 30 seconds.
   • 7 Reinstall the passenger seat on the motorcycle and tighten its bolt with a 10 mm socket. Place the back rest over the bar\'s neck on the passenger seat. Slip a bolt through the backrest\'s mounting holes and into the tube on the bar\'s neck. Loosely screw a nut onto the end of the bolt. Adjust the angle of the back rest, then tighten the bolt and nut using a 10 mm socket and a 10 mm wrench.

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check to make sure there is not a ground short somewhere. the kill switch is the first place to look.

Synthetic oil is bad for motorcycles. It makes the clutch slip. After changing back to regular oil I would start it, drop it in gear, release the clutch and just wait and see if its able to "wear" off the bad part of the clutch disks. This might take a short bit and be ready for it to suddenly grab and go. If not you might have to have the clutch disks replaced.

Tach red wire to the red/blue stripe (turn signal side) tach black wire goes to black/yellow stripe (accessory ground) in the headlight and the tach green goes to the black coil wire (should have a piggy back connector with your tach to use). -------------- Black with yellow stripe is ground wire.--------- ------------ What are the color of opposite side wires, where this "Blue, Red, Green, White and Black with a Yellow stripe"-------- Wire connects.------ Keep updated.Thanks.Helpmech.

Check all the connections make sure they aren't loose. Check the ignitor module and make sure it is plugged in correctly. Your rectifier might be dead or dying.
Might even be your side stand lockout switch. If that is dead you won't be going anywhere.

check the floater or wire connected from the tank all thru to the gauge meter.might have some loosen parts...as well as the current running coming from the battery too.

or might your gauge is damage or needs a replacement

try cleaning your starter button. The starter button is a two position switch. First it turns off the headlight , then, it activates the starter solenoid. take apart the switch and try cleaning the contacts with alcohol. If the the button is broken you will have to replace the right switch assembly to fix a button issue. If the button checks out then open the headlight bucket and check the wire connections. A loose wire plug in or an internally broken wire could also be the culprit. Check the button first then go after the wiring.

It is is firing out of the carb and the exhaust, the timing must be off, but also slipping. Is the flywheel tight? https://www.google.com/search?q=1984+kawasaki+klt+250+backfiring+problem ..

Not mentioned anywhere https://www.google.com/search?q=kawasaki+eliminator+%22EL+175%22+carburetor+size Lots of information for the bigger ones, 'Eliminator' is a whole range of models 125cc to 900cc https://www.google.com/search?q=kawasaki+eliminator+%22EL+175%22+carburetor+replacement ..

Absolutely, the rectifier on your Kawasaki Mean Streak 1500 can be repositioned during a customization project. The rectifier is a crucial part of the motorcycle's electrical system, converting alternating current (AC) from the stator into direct current (DC) to charge the battery and power the bike's electrical components. While relocating the rectifier, it's important to consider a few key factors:

1. Space and Mounting: Assess the available space on the motorcycle to find a suitable location for the rectifier. Ensure that the new position allows for proper mounting and secure attachment without interfering with other components or the bike's functionality.
2. Heat Dissipation: The rectifier generates heat during operation, so it's essential to relocate it to an area with adequate airflow for cooling. Mounting it in a well-ventilated area helps prevent overheating issues.
3. Wiring and Connections: When moving the rectifier, ensure that the wiring can be appropriately rerouted to reach its new location. Take care to maintain proper electrical connections and ensure a secure, stable wiring setup.
4. Protection: Consider adding protective measures, such as shields or guards, to safeguard the relocated rectifier from road debris, water, or other potential hazards.

Modifying the placement of the rectifier may require custom brackets, mounts, or fabrication work to secure it in the desired location. It's crucial to execute the relocation carefully, maintaining proper electrical connections and ensuring the rectifier's safety and functionality. If you're not confident in performing these modifications yourself, consulting a professional motorcycle mechanic or technician with experience in customizations can be highly beneficial. They can offer guidance, expertise, and ensure that the modifications are carried out safely and effectively.

eBay is the only place and there is only one. https://www.ebay.com/itm/266382749570 Or direct from China https://power-tool-batteries.en.made-in-china.com/product/tqRnSCOglNhK/China-Kawasaki-Power-Tool-Batteries-21-6V-Replacement.html Or you can open it up and solder in the individual NiCad cells. Better to replace with NiMH. This is probably why they don't exist, RECALL on the charger. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/alltrade-tools-recalls-power-tool-battery-chargers-due-to-burn-and-laceration-hazards ..

IGNITION SYSTEM for Kawasaki GT750 1992 # KAWASAKI - Online Genuine Spare Parts Catalogue (bike-parts-kawa.com)

We are in North America, so this link might work better for you than it does for me. I can only find a Parts Catalogue and an Owner Manual. https://www.google.com/search?q=kawasaki+kaze+zx130+service+manual ..