Upgrades - Page 3

**smokier** · 02-04-2017, 07:57 AM

If memory serves correctly, 2015 is when the O2 showed up on the 1700's. Someone will correct me if I am wrong... Look on the right side pipe, directly below the side cover. On the pipe do you see a O2 sensor sticking out, underneath the bike towards the inside? A couple of wires, which run up towards the battery compartment?
The '12 Vaq does not have it, the '15 does.

Zkovach · 02-07-2017, 05:51 PM

Got the crazy Ivan reflash in today and went in easy with no issues!! On first start I noticed bike was going up and down in RPM's and then just idled well. I shut it off and it did not do that again. Bike does sound meaner and deeper. I'm interested in pipes now for sure! Thanks for the advice guys!!!!

MorganB · 02-07-2017, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by smokier

If memory serves correctly, 2015 is when the O2 showed up on the 1700's. Someone will correct me if I am wrong... Look on the right side pipe, directly below the side cover. On the pipe do you see a O2 sensor sticking out, underneath the bike towards the inside? A couple of wires, which run up towards the battery compartment?
The '12 Vaq does not have it, the '15 does.

2015 is when the O2 sensor showed up, correct. The sensor runs from the right side slip-on up under the right side cover.

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**JD Hog** · 02-08-2017, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Zkovach

Got the crazy Ivan reflash in today and went in easy with no issues!! On first start I noticed bike was going up and down in RPM's and then just idled well. I shut it off and it did not do that again. Bike does sound meaner and deeper. I'm interested in pipes now for sure! Thanks for the advice guys!!!!

I did the same as you are thinking about. My bike was stock and after the ECU reflash I put on Cobra Tri Flo slip ons. A few weeks later I put on Chuckster's BAK big air kit. Now the bike sound great and has way more power.

**PhDr** · 02-08-2017, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by swampoodle

I recently inherited a '12 Vaquero from my Dad who moved overseas. Here are a few things that I've found and upgraded/ordered. I just installed the ECU today back from Ivans and I know we've all heard it before, but the bike is no longer the same, it's frickin' awesome now.

http://www.ivansperformanceproducts.com/vn1700.htm
(must have! flash your ICU so the bike runs better)

https://www.freedomperform.com/kawas...mbat-2-into-1/
(my personal preference for aftermarket pipe)

http://chucksterscustoms.com/product-category/air-kits/
(big air kit lets her breathe, and I liked my dealings with Joe "Chuckster" Norris)

http://www.buynowroaringtoyz.com/Vul...p/vaqbar13.htm
(big fan of these bars)

http://www.buynowroaringtoyz.com/Kaw...p/vaq21kit.htm
(this is something I'm waiting to do, but plan to in the near future)

Hope your credit card is ready for a beating!

JUST saw these Apes...I want the extra arm length!
Lots of complaints of adjusted bars hit Cowl....yep!
Plug n Play !!!!!! STOCK CABLES!!
Anybody seen, heard, opine on these:
KAWASAKI VAQUERO 11" HELLBENT MONKEY CUSTOM HANDLEBAR MINI APE
http://www.meancycles.com/store/part...?partID=227657
Haven't piulled the trigger

Stereo upgrade a must.. don't waste money on better Stock Speakers.
Got this idea from another member:
https://www.amazon.com/Kenwood-Compa.../dp/B00UTXQL74
Bluetooth control mounted by Left mirror. ($150, i bought a used one for $90)
Running: Polk Audio AA2652-A MM651UM 6.5-Inch Coax Ultra Marine Speaker
SWEET, ($100 @sonic electronics.) Randy's Adapters !!

I read all the Amp hookup blogs.
In the end...I mounted the new amp as almost Stand alone!!
I don't play the radio, iPod (which I dont have) or Aux thru new amp.
Just bluetooth from my Phone, which is handlebar mounted and charging
(kenwood amp has a USB charge port !!!!)
I don't touch phone, just use new amp Control by Clutch handle
I use a GPS software on the Smartphone, CHANGES Volume as I speed up/down.

Very pleased.
4 Channel amp, could run rear speakers but not sure you could hear them while riding.

Just some thoughts

2012 Blue Vaquero
Ivan Flash
Open Intake w/Stock cover, KN filter....noisey

Drilled Stock Exhaust (little change)
Chrome Headlight ring
11" windshield
Alligator Vinyl Wrap Tank Bib

Shit eating grin

Zkovach · 02-08-2017, 09:45 PM

So the original owner has freedom racing true dual pipes that I'm gonna trade him for. As far as the mini apes I want to get comfortable riding this bike first. I'm a rather new rider so I'm guessing apes may take a while to get used too. The stereo I may mess with when it's warmer than 20 degrees! LOL

Zkovach · 02-08-2017, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by JD Hog

I did the same as you are thinking about. My bike was stock and after the ECU reflash I put on Cobra Tri Flo slip ons. A few weeks later I put on Chuckster's BAK big air kit. Now the bike sound great and has way more power.

After u added the BAK did u send in your ECU again?

**JD Hog** · 02-09-2017, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Zkovach

After u added the BAK did u send in your ECU again?

No, I just put it on and only rode the bike for one day. I had no problems but the temps were only in the high 50's. I need to wait for hotter temps to see if it pings. I'm a conservative rider so I don't think I will have any problems.

From what I have read Ivan will reflash for no extra charge if it doe ping after the BAK.

Zkovach · 02-09-2017, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JD Hog

No, I just put it on and only rode the bike for one day. I had no problems but the temps were only in the high 50's. I need to wait for hotter temps to see if it pings. I'm a conservative rider so I don't think I will have any problems.

From what I have read Ivan will reflash for no extra charge if it doe ping after the BAK.

What do u mean by pings? Like a noise? Let me know if u end up sending it in for reflashing or not.

recumbentbob · 02-09-2017, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Zkovach

What do u mean by pings? Like a noise? Let me know if u end up sending it in for reflashing or not.

This explains it better than I can. Pinging makes noise like marbles rolling around and bouncing in your engine.

http://www.mikuni.com/tg_detonation.html

Zkovach · 02-09-2017, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by recumbentbob

This explains it better than I can. Pinging makes noise like marbles rolling around and bouncing in your engine.

http://www.mikuni.com/tg_detonation.html

Well that doesn't sound good ... thanks for the info

Zkovach · 02-12-2017, 01:21 PM

Picked up the freedom performance true duals today from the old owner. They look sweet. I'll probably have my local shop install them given I've never done this and don't have the instructions.

Zkovach · 02-14-2017, 10:19 AM

So my local shop wants 320.00 for the labor to swap the pipes out. Said it's a 4 hour job. Is he right or does that seem a little high?

Hillhouse · 02-15-2017, 09:35 AM

I'd say it's on the high side. Takes me about 1/2 hr to remove all of the exhaust system from my Voyager.

I'm not familiar with those pipes to know if there is something special about the install, other than being duels. But from their website they just look like a simple install.

notmighty · 02-16-2017, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Zkovach

So my local shop wants 320.00 for the labor to swap the pipes out. Said it's a 4 hour job. Is he right or does that seem a little high?

it's not hard at all, I'd say do I yourself all you need is basic hand tools and new exhaust gaskets.

02-04-2017, 07:57 AM	#31
smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	If memory serves correctly, 2015 is when the O2 showed up on the 1700's. Someone will correct me if I am wrong... Look on the right side pipe, directly below the side cover. On the pipe do you see a O2 sensor sticking out, underneath the bike towards the inside? A couple of wires, which run up towards the battery compartment? The '12 Vaq does not have it, the '15 does. __________________ You only get one, so "Make it the best day ever!" 2014 Victory Cross County Tour Blue Fire Gloss (BFG) "Cruella" Brides Ride: 2012 Victory Crossroads in Sunset Red "Ruby" Previous Vulcans: '15 Vaquero, '12 Vaquero, '10 1700 Nomad, '04 1500 Classic, '01 1500 Classic, '88 Vulcan 750 VROC # 10967 \| VBA # 3115 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-15-2017, 09:35 AM	#44
Hillhouse Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Western MA Posts: 180	I'd say it's on the high side. Takes me about 1/2 hr to remove all of the exhaust system from my Voyager. I'm not familiar with those pipes to know if there is something special about the install, other than being duels. But from their website they just look like a simple install. __________________ Present rides 1983 Honda Shadow VT750 - Harley Killer 2005 Yamahe V-Star - Yarley 2012 Kawasaki Voyager - Weeping Angel http://tourofhonor.com/ #97 (2019) #128 (2018) #8 (2017) #458 (2016) IBA #50918 VBA #2296
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02-07-2017, 05:51 PM	#32
Zkovach Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 67	Got the crazy Ivan reflash in today and went in easy with no issues!! On first start I noticed bike was going up and down in RPM's and then just idled well. I shut it off and it did not do that again. Bike does sound meaner and deeper. I'm interested in pipes now for sure! Thanks for the advice guys!!!!
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02-08-2017, 09:45 PM	#36
Zkovach Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 67	So the original owner has freedom racing true dual pipes that I'm gonna trade him for. As far as the mini apes I want to get comfortable riding this bike first. I'm a rather new rider so I'm guessing apes may take a while to get used too. The stereo I may mess with when it's warmer than 20 degrees! LOL
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02-12-2017, 01:21 PM	#42
Zkovach Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 67	Picked up the freedom performance true duals today from the old owner. They look sweet. I'll probably have my local shop install them given I've never done this and don't have the instructions.
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02-14-2017, 10:19 AM	#43
Zkovach Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 67	So my local shop wants 320.00 for the labor to swap the pipes out. Said it's a 4 hour job. Is he right or does that seem a little high?
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