Why is my cam chain tensioner not working on my Vulcan?
Tim (Snake) Acree (RIP) The reason is mysterious but it seems one of the first things to give any trouble on Vulcan 1500/1600 engines is the cam chain tensioner.
How do you check a cam chain tensioner?
Before ordering the extender, there isa way to check the cam chain tensioner without removing the entire tensioner and having to reset everything. Remove the tensioner’s cap by first loosening the small 8mm lockbolt on the side of the tensioner body then removing the 12mm bolt on the end of the tensioner body.
When to change drive pulley on Kawasaki Vulcan?
Drive pulley problems usually occur between 2,000 miles and 9,000 miles on the Vulcan 900. Swapping out the belt for a new one can work, but the tension must be just right when installing the new drive belt. So it is recommended to have a mechanic or dealership deal with the installation.
Why does my Vulcan make an odd noise?
This particular page and fix actually seems to have created more paranoia than comfort among many Vulcan owners with many suspecting every odd noise might be caused by a loose cam chain so again, if you have a tap or a knock it isn’t the cam chain.
Tim (Snake) Acree (RIP) The reason is mysterious but it seems one of the first things to give any trouble on Vulcan 1500/1600 engines is the cam chain tensioner.
Before ordering the extender, there isa way to check the cam chain tensioner without removing the entire tensioner and having to reset everything. Remove the tensioner’s cap by first loosening the small 8mm lockbolt on the side of the tensioner body then removing the 12mm bolt on the end of the tensioner body.
When did the first Vulcan 500 come out?
In 1990 the first Vulcan 500 (EN500A) evolved from the Kawasaki 454 LTD. The 454 LTD also gave rise to the Ninja 500 (EX500). In 1996 the current Vulcan 500 LTD (EN500C) was introduced. During this year both models were available. The camshafts and pistons were changed for more lower end torque. Think “more cruiser like characteristics.”
This particular page and fix actually seems to have created more paranoia than comfort among many Vulcan owners with many suspecting every odd noise might be caused by a loose cam chain so again, if you have a tap or a knock it isn’t the cam chain.