CB Plug?

0DDJ0B · 06-21-2016, 09:51 PM

I just picked up my new to me Vaquero.
It has a huge clear windshield (not crazy about), a sirius puck and a plus that hangs out from the left side of the seat (CB perhaps).
Where can I check to see what type, if any, communications it might have?

recumbentbob · 06-22-2016, 07:12 AM

Kawasaki web site or owner's manual

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mike07nad · 06-22-2016, 07:13 AM

Windshield - you have options - Purchase a new one or cut the old one. If you are adventurous to cut the old one. "Cut off the Bottom and use the cut off portions as a template to drill new holes." If you cut off the bottom any sawing marks will be hidden by the windshield mounting strip.

https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories/Vehicle/VN1700JDFL (Choose Windshield option.)

Plug left side of bike - this is more than likely a Kawasaki Communications connections for the OEM headset. Used for Rider / Passenger communications and also the CB if it is equipped. How many antennas does it have? 1 (no CB) 2 (May have CB.)

https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories/Vehicle/VN1700JDFL (Choose Audio option)

Sirius Puck - I would assume that it has the Sirius XM option.
https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories...0KEF/K10400047
Try cycling through the input options (AM/ FM / Aux...etc) and see if Siruis/XM is there. (probably will require a subscription)

Hope that helps.
Mike
AKA Red_VGR

0DDJ0B · 06-22-2016, 09:53 AM

Thanks a lot bro for the links and info.
Only one plug and only the radio antena. I'll more than likely just end up chasing the cable and see what's on the bike.
I'll probably just look for a used short factory windshield.

napom · 06-23-2016, 10:14 AM

Easiest way to check if you have CB - The COMM button on the stereo - push it 2x to bring up CB - use the tune button to turn it off/on (if it's there) and change the channel . . . It could have a hidden antenna in the fairing - so this would be the way I would check it . . . If you can turn it off and on and change the channel and adjust squelch - I would say you have a CB on the Bike . . .

0DDJ0B · 06-23-2016, 11:56 AM

You rock, that's some very useful info.
I'm gonna try it after work.

napom · 06-24-2016, 08:20 AM

As an FYI: You need to have the headset plugged in to see if you are breaking squelch . . . The only CB output on these is through the headset, not the bike speakers . . .

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0DDJ0B Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 15	CB Plug? I just picked up my new to me Vaquero. It has a huge clear windshield (not crazy about), a sirius puck and a plus that hangs out from the left side of the seat (CB perhaps). Where can I check to see what type, if any, communications it might have? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-22-2016, 07:13 AM	#3
mike07nad Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Palmyra, Pa - Near Hershey Posts: 426	Welcome to the world of Voyager/Vaquero Windshield - you have options - Purchase a new one or cut the old one. If you are adventurous to cut the old one. "Cut off the Bottom and use the cut off portions as a template to drill new holes." If you cut off the bottom any sawing marks will be hidden by the windshield mounting strip. https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories/Vehicle/VN1700JDFL (Choose Windshield option.) Plug left side of bike - this is more than likely a Kawasaki Communications connections for the OEM headset. Used for Rider / Passenger communications and also the CB if it is equipped. How many antennas does it have? 1 (no CB) 2 (May have CB.) https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories/Vehicle/VN1700JDFL (Choose Audio option) Sirius Puck - I would assume that it has the Sirius XM option. https://www.kawasaki.com/Accessories...0KEF/K10400047 Try cycling through the input options (AM/ FM / Aux...etc) and see if Siruis/XM is there. (probably will require a subscription) Hope that helps. Mike AKA Red_VGR
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06-23-2016, 10:14 AM	#5
napom Advanced Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: VA Posts: 566	Easiest way to check if you have CB - The COMM button on the stereo - push it 2x to bring up CB - use the tune button to turn it off/on (if it's there) and change the channel . . . It could have a hidden antenna in the fairing - so this would be the way I would check it . . . If you can turn it off and on and change the channel and adjust squelch - I would say you have a CB on the Bike . . . __________________ 2011 Voyager ABS Thunder Air Kit Power Pro Cobra Tri-Ovals Wrapped Header Pipes Heat Deflectors (from ebay) CB/Rear Speakers Avon grips with Throttle Magic by RACNRAY Shiny Chrome stuff Michelin Commander IIs Kury T/S Mirrors Sagebrush Design tank bib w/pouch Russell Day Long Seat w/Backrest Lots of Miles and Many More Smiles! Blue Knights - Virginia II Ride With Pride Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-24-2016, 08:20 AM	#7
napom Advanced Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: VA Posts: 566	As an FYI: You need to have the headset plugged in to see if you are breaking squelch . . . The only CB output on these is through the headset, not the bike speakers . . . __________________ 2011 Voyager ABS Thunder Air Kit Power Pro Cobra Tri-Ovals Wrapped Header Pipes Heat Deflectors (from ebay) CB/Rear Speakers Avon grips with Throttle Magic by RACNRAY Shiny Chrome stuff Michelin Commander IIs Kury T/S Mirrors Sagebrush Design tank bib w/pouch Russell Day Long Seat w/Backrest Lots of Miles and Many More Smiles! Blue Knights - Virginia II Ride With Pride
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06-22-2016, 09:53 AM	#4
0DDJ0B Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 15	Thanks a lot bro for the links and info. Only one plug and only the radio antena. I'll more than likely just end up chasing the cable and see what's on the bike. I'll probably just look for a used short factory windshield.
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06-23-2016, 11:56 AM	#6
0DDJ0B Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 15	You rock, that's some very useful info. I'm gonna try it after work.
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