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Thank you! 1st gen rider here and I'm doing this all by myself which is hard, having a video specifically on this bike was incredible, thank you for creating it!
I would first open the filler cap, then drain out the old oil by removing the draining bolt, giving it a better outflow possibility. The rest as shown in the video is just perfect. Thank you.
Thanks, Tripp. Changing your own oil is a way to get to know your bike (or car) better and possibly spot something wrong. Everyone should do it at least once, just for the satisfaction of doing it yourself.
I just bought a 2015 Vulcan S last November. I like doing things myself but haven't really worked on anything myself...today I did my own oil change thanks to your video. Thanks for making it so easy to understand and including all the need to know information.
Great to hear my video helped! Thanks for letting me know. Congrats on your getting a Vulcan S. I’ve got a few accessories for the bike I’m thinking about selling. If you’d like to hear more, let me know! -Tripp
Makes you feel like a man huh....smug smile, you earned it!!!! Now eye ball tighten your chain and see if it's dead center.....that's when you know you earned your bike 🏍 😏
Great informative and entertaining video! Wish more of the many "how to's" were half this good. I'd only add wiping the mating surfaces of the drain bolt and the filter.
apart from the arduous process of converting imperial to metric, this is a solid tutorial and made it super easy! My Vulcan S is purring like a kitten.
Sorry I'm a year late commenting!! I am about to do the first oil change by myself on my Vulcan S (my brother did the first one) and I have been dreading it! But this has helped me tremendously to not be scared of it! I also died laughing at your photo additions in this video mainly when you said "pure hell." Thank you again!! Also grateful to work at a dealership where I can bring my old oil!
Sorry but I just saw your comment. Would you be up for being interviewed for a TH-cam video? I’m considering doing some pieces on women in motorcycling. Would love to make contact. Thx! -Tripp
high quality video & audio very good explanations all details are there to do the oil replacement of my wife's bike 90% of the job is done after watching this video still 5% to get the best price for material on Internet then just 5% for my job now :-) need now to find a similar good video for mine (VN1700 classic) Thanks a lot from a guy from French Brittany for the time you spent for community ;-)
@trippontwowheels very, 2018 vulcan s 650 for 5600. Got it from a 65 year old dude, thought a 650 would be a good starter bike....nope. his mistake is my new love. 1 week later she is at 768 miles lol 😆 all I had to do is replace all fluids (of course) and tighten the chain a bit. She is good to go untill 1000 mark, gonna get her tuned up then. :) may be just tiny below msrp but this dude did not even break the chain or engine in so I was willing to pay! Ya find a good used motorcycle gotta go for it!!!!
I dont even own a Vulcan 650 and I just watched this entire video, but I am planning to buy one in the next few months so just getting myself ready for my first new bike :). Thanks for the video.
Wise move Omar! You’re going to love your Vulcan S. Best of luck and let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for you comment, I hope you subscribe! -Tripp
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
I've experienced the same but don't currently with an Arrow Rebel and booster plug on the bike. Thanks P J! Hoping you're subscribed, I can't remember. -Tripp
1.9 quarts oil 4stroke sae 10w40 (check manual), vulcan oil filter, 65x14 oil filter wrench, quarter inch and 17mm socket drivers, pliers and soft cloth, funnel, drain pan, drain container, 1/4 cup, crush washer. oil filler cap, oil glass, oil filter, oil drain bolt. run engine 3 mins to soften oil, 5 mins off to cool. drain oil. remove filter. fill 1/4 qts cup and lube new filter. wipe old oil and replace filter. replace oil. oil glass should read half. let bike idle for 4 or so minutes. check for oil leaks. take oil to an auto store for disposal
David Rubinger Glad to be back. It’s been a unique cocktail of Covid, financial woes and the attitude that comes along with it that’s the culprit. Hopefully all will change soon.
Great video. Your bike reminds me of my old 1982 Kawasaki KZ440 belt drive. Wish I still had that bike but looks like the 650 is newer and better version from Kawasaki. Enjoyed the clips too, two thumbs up on the post.
Glad your back, as usual very clear & concise 👏. However I am chompin at the bit for your sportster update. I think we all dream of that abandoned, extremly low mile $1000 sportser*****
Thanks much Paul. Basically my business has tanked and I've got to conserve every penny. Buying parts and fluids, cleaners, etc. for the Sporty are on the back burner for now.... But not forgotten! :)
@@trippontwowheels completely understand tripp, but Im of the opinion that good things happen to good people...so I will keep your current situation in my prayers brother🙏
Good idea but a little tough to do. Different service intervals depending on which oil you decide to go with and that's going to be the subject of a follow-up video. Thanks for your comment, hope you subscribe! -Tripp
No need for the shop IMO. Change oil, check all fluids, adjust and clean chain, check/tighten all key bolts with torque wrench, inspect tires for any usual wear and you’re good to go. Good luck and hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Hi, Trip, Kawasaki engine is compatible of most Nissan and Mazda oil filters. I got two oil filters of Nissan for my VS and it is cheaper than OEM filters.
You don't need to warm up the engine! When you shut the motor off the last time, all the hot oil drained to the bottom of the engine.Put as much oil in the new filter as you can without making to much of a mess to get instant oil pressure when starting.
Torque settings especially are extremely important, they are given by the manufacturer for a reason and to ignore them is asking for trouble. Crush washers are so named because that is exactly what they are designed to do. They cost very little and should always be changed otherwise you will have to exceed the torque setting to obtain a good seal, causing damage to threads. Apart from that it is a good instructional video, but if you are going to be a DIY mechanic please do it properly - your life may depend on it one day.
Torque settings I totally agree with you, crush washers are really the copper ones that do crush slightly and need to be changed each time, the aluminium ones seal ok at the correct torque so long as they are not deformed in any way including scoring.
Nicely detailed...BUT! Open the fill port before opening the drain plug...itll drain faster. Filters should be hand tight and a quarter turn(ish) so that wrench is overkill and takes longer than needed. Didn't notice the specifics on that oil, but if you truly love your bike and want it to get the best, amsoil has probably the best synthetic oil you can buy. If you don't want the most expensive, any full synthetic will be far superior to conventional oil.
Thank you for your video! Completed my first Vulcan 650 oil+ filter change today following your steps. Is your magic red measuring cup really a 1/2 cup = 4 oz (not a 1/4 cup)? Anyhow the trick about removing the .1 quart/.4 cups prior to pouring the oil in was excellent. About 10 of your views was probably from me alone :)
trying to get an oil change and all the machanics around me will only do it as part of a full service.... that over 300dollars coz the last one didnt change the oil, so yeah imma be changing my own oil from now on
I've now started doing most of it myself coz my mechanic that now works on my car works on bikes on the side, tho not professionally, so he is showing me how to do all the basic maintenance.
I have a question first let toss love at my Kawasaki ryders, but hey is synthetic oil good or bad for older bikes I ride an 07 1600 nomad, I heard someone say don’t run synthetic in a hydraulic clutch bike
Something I just thought of, why hasn't anyone come up with some sort of oil filter protector? To deflect rocks or other road debris that can puncture that filter.
Just4Fun Good question. To be honest I’d never thought about it. I think it would take a pretty sharp/sizable rock to do that sort of damage. Maybe insurance is cheaper than the guard? 🙂
Very clear and easy to follow video and explanation. I just did my first (1,000 mile) oil change on my new 2020 Vulcan S. I used fully synthetic oil, 10W 40 so I can ride about 7,000 additional miles before my 2nd oil change?
Hi Rob! Thanks for your kind words and question. Hope you subscribe! Yes, you should be good for 7,000-10,000 miles with full synthetic oil although I wouldn't push it much past the 7K mark as the 650 engine is a smaller, higher revving engine which should cause the oil to break down a bit faster than a larger, lower revving engine would. Congrats on your new bike! You chose well. -Tripp
This is just my opinion: You should get the first oil change done at 600 miles and then change it again for the second time at 1,200 miles. By this time the engine is and should be fully broken in and it is good to use full synthetic oil for the third time oil change.
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
P J Very good points PJ, and all spot on. By adding a Booster Plug and Arrow Rebel, I changed a good bit of that and decreased the engine braking and throttle twitchiness quite a bit. Thanks for your comment! -Tripp
5,000 miles or once a year with semi-synthetic is my preference for the 650cc engine. Other regular maintenance includes coolant change, chain cleaning and adjustment, brake fluid, tire pressure, and a routine inspection of everything on the bike at least weekly.
Out of curiosity I bought a motorcycle lift from HB. One that goes underneath the motorcycle and balances the bike on top of it. Can you make a video of how to properly lift the 650s for idiots like me with one? Or do you have a brand rear wheel lift that can reach the rear spokes? I just want to clean my chain and it’s turning out to be more difficult than I expected.
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Thanks!
@@ravendon You’re very welcome!
Thank you! 1st gen rider here and I'm doing this all by myself which is hard, having a video specifically on this bike was incredible, thank you for creating it!
I would first open the filler cap, then drain out the old oil by removing the draining bolt, giving it a better outflow possibility. The rest as shown in the video is just perfect. Thank you.
Fairly certain every like is someone who has successfully changed their oil courtesy of this video. Thank you sir!
Thanks man! I really appreciate it.
Thanks, Tripp. Changing your own oil is a way to get to know your bike (or car) better and possibly spot something wrong. Everyone should do it at least once, just for the satisfaction of doing it yourself.
Thanks Shags!
What I was thinking was…
Just finished changing my oil with the help of your video. Thanks.
Hope it helped! Thanks for your comment.
My first video on how to care for my bike myself and I can't thank you enough. Very detailed and so very entertaining :)
You’re very welcome Rita! How long have you had your KVS and where are you from?
Never in my life have I attempted to work on my bike, this video gave me the courage to and I loved it!
Now we’re talkin!! Glad I could help Michael and hope you enjoy your Vulcan for a long time!
I just bought a 2015 Vulcan S last November. I like doing things myself but haven't really worked on anything myself...today I did my own oil change thanks to your video. Thanks for making it so easy to understand and including all the need to know information.
Great to hear my video helped! Thanks for letting me know. Congrats on your getting a Vulcan S. I’ve got a few accessories for the bike I’m thinking about selling. If you’d like to hear more, let me know! -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels interested to know what you have that won't be going with the bike.
Glad your taping again clear content with fun sprinkled in!
Daniel Menendez Thanks Juggle Man!
Hey man. Using your video as a template I changed my oil for the first time. Awesome work and guidance from 2 year later
Glad I could help man! Hope you’re enjoying your Vulcan. Great bike.
Makes you feel like a man huh....smug smile, you earned it!!!! Now eye ball tighten your chain and see if it's dead center.....that's when you know you earned your bike 🏍 😏
As usual, another excellent video where you’ve explained everything so well that it looks easy.
Thanks Mike!
I've just changed my oil thanks to your video. Thanks to you sir! 🤝
Excellent! Glad I could help.
Great informative and entertaining video! Wish more of the many "how to's" were half this good. I'd only add wiping the mating surfaces of the drain bolt and the filter.
apart from the arduous process of converting imperial to metric, this is a solid tutorial and made it super easy! My Vulcan S is purring like a kitten.
Glad to know I could be of help!
This was entertaining and informative, I love SpongeBob cuts! Good work dude!
Thanks for watching and your comment Steven! I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Your video just saved me about 30 bucks. So, thank you.
Glad I could help! Ride safe.
Please consider subscribing to my channel. Every little bit helps and I'd really appreciate it. Ride safe and ride often! -Tripp
Loved the video. Didn't even feel like it was a 'lesson' on something. thank you
Thank you!
Just did this to my girlfriend vulcan, video was very helpful!
Good to see your video after a long long time. Glad to know you’re still holding on to the Metric Cruiser !
Never say never, but I doubt I'll ever get rid of the the Vulcan S. Love it too much. Good to see you too Sathish!
Thank you for the video and placing links to everything needed!
Old school vibes. Well done sir.
Thanks Zac!
Sorry I'm a year late commenting!! I am about to do the first oil change by myself on my Vulcan S (my brother did the first one) and I have been dreading it! But this has helped me tremendously to not be scared of it! I also died laughing at your photo additions in this video mainly when you said "pure hell." Thank you again!! Also grateful to work at a dealership where I can bring my old oil!
Sorry but I just saw your comment. Would you be up for being interviewed for a TH-cam video? I’m considering doing some pieces on women in motorcycling. Would love to make contact. Thx! -Tripp
Love your videos. You explain everything and talk super clearly. My Vulcan S 650 is my first bike so your content helps me a ton! Thanks!
You’re very welcome Eric. Where are you from?
And any suggestion for future Vulcan S videos?
@@trippontwowheels I'm from Central Texas.
So am I! Which city?
@@trippontwowheels Once I get through the rest of your videos, I'll let you know if I think of anything. You've just got so much covered already!
Great video and I love the added humor!
Thanks for your kind words harpriffer! Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
high quality video & audio
very good explanations
all details are there to do
the oil replacement of my wife's bike
90% of the job is done after watching this video
still 5% to get the best price for material on Internet
then just 5% for my job now :-)
need now to find a similar good video for mine (VN1700 classic)
Thanks a lot from a guy from French Brittany
for the time you spent for community ;-)
Thank you so much Rougou!
Thx 4 this funny video, easy to understand!
Best regards from germany
Thanks from Germany!
Got her with no owners manual.....worth it to have a bike that had 223 miles on it when I bought it :) thanks for the video
You’re welcome! Sounds like you got a good deal?
@trippontwowheels very, 2018 vulcan s 650 for 5600. Got it from a 65 year old dude, thought a 650 would be a good starter bike....nope. his mistake is my new love. 1 week later she is at 768 miles lol 😆 all I had to do is replace all fluids (of course) and tighten the chain a bit. She is good to go untill 1000 mark, gonna get her tuned up then. :) may be just tiny below msrp but this dude did not even break the chain or engine in so I was willing to pay! Ya find a good used motorcycle gotta go for it!!!!
I dont even own a Vulcan 650 and I just watched this entire video, but I am planning to buy one in the next few months so just getting myself ready for my first new bike :). Thanks for the video.
Wise move Omar! You’re going to love your Vulcan S. Best of luck and let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for you comment, I hope you subscribe! -Tripp
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
Try adding a Booster Plug to the bike.... You ought to be pleasantly surprised!
Thank you Dad! 🖤😆
You’re welcome young lady.
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
I've experienced the same but don't currently with an Arrow Rebel and booster plug on the bike. Thanks P J! Hoping you're subscribed, I can't remember. -Tripp
1.9 quarts oil 4stroke sae 10w40 (check manual), vulcan oil filter, 65x14 oil filter wrench, quarter inch and 17mm socket drivers, pliers and soft cloth, funnel, drain pan, drain container, 1/4 cup, crush washer. oil filler cap, oil glass, oil filter, oil drain bolt. run engine 3 mins to soften oil, 5 mins off to cool. drain oil. remove filter. fill 1/4 qts cup and lube new filter. wipe old oil and replace filter. replace oil. oil glass should read half. let bike idle for 4 or so minutes. check for oil leaks. take oil to an auto store for disposal
20,000 years later... 🤣🤣🤣 still drippen. Love the video!
And it was!
Great video! Just inherited a Vulcan 650s and am doing some routine work on it so it's nice to have a brief rundown to save myself some time.
Congrats! You’re going to love the bike. Welcome and hope you subscribe. -Tripp
This video is great dude, liked the images!
Haven't seen a video from you in a long time. Started to think you gave up. Glad to see you again.
David Rubinger Glad to be back. It’s been a unique cocktail of Covid, financial woes and the attitude that comes along with it that’s the culprit. Hopefully all will change soon.
LOL love the humor with the memes and Spongebob clips. Keep that up :)
Thanks Paul!
Sometimes, I'll use a really long Harbor Freight flat-headed screwdriver for hard to reach filters and a little tap with a hammer.
Thank you old man 🫡
You’re welcome Mr. Fighter.
He lives! Glad your back man, hope you and yours have been okay.
Thanks Luis. The last two months have been very tough. Better times down the road hopefully.
You definitely keep things entertaining and informative thanks for the help
Thanks for your kind words Ray! Glad I could be of help. Ride safe and hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Great video. Your bike reminds me of my old 1982 Kawasaki KZ440 belt drive.
Wish I still had that bike but looks like the 650 is newer and better version from Kawasaki.
Enjoyed the clips too, two thumbs up on the post.
Dan Singletary Thanks Dan! I hope you subscribe! -Tripp
Glad your back, as usual very clear & concise 👏. However I am chompin at the bit for your sportster update. I think we all dream of that abandoned, extremly low mile $1000 sportser*****
Thanks much Paul. Basically my business has tanked and I've got to conserve every penny. Buying parts and fluids, cleaners, etc. for the Sporty are on the back burner for now.... But not forgotten! :)
@@trippontwowheels completely understand tripp, but Im of the opinion that good things happen to good people...so I will keep your current situation in my prayers brother🙏
Thanks for your kind words Paul! Sportster videos delayed due to lack of money at the moment... Thank you Corona Virus!
To the point and gave some great advice. Great work on the vid
Thanks much Thomas!
Loved the vid and the jokes sprinkled in
Thank you!
Great video Tripp :) I am looking at buying a Vulcan next year, your videos have helped me to choose this bike, so thanks :)
Very happy to hear it SinKadian! The Vulcan S really is a terrific bike. You are going to love it. Even more with a few mods.
@@trippontwowheels Yeah your mod videos were a big factor in my decision 👌
Excellent tutorial! Thank you👍🏻
You’re welcome!
This video is awesome! The best of all would be 1 detailed service video per interval (1000,6000,12000 etc.) :) awesome
Good idea but a little tough to do. Different service intervals depending on which oil you decide to go with and that's going to be the subject of a follow-up video. Thanks for your comment, hope you subscribe! -Tripp
I did
Great tutorial, thanks!
Great video thank you very much!
You’re welcome! Ride safe.
Well done tutorial.
Muchas gracias Senor Tramp!
Love ur style, earned a sub!
Thanks man! Ride safe my friend.
Very helpful. Thanks
EXCELLENT, INFORMATIVE VIDEO!
Glad you like it iniakpmarc! Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
I chose 10w-40SJ by honda (non synthetic)
Lol...this was both helpful and funny!
I’m glad you thought so! Thanks for your comment jtellinghuisen, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
This came across my feed just in time. 600 miles on the bike but the shop can’t get to my bike for 2 months.
No need for the shop IMO. Change oil, check all fluids, adjust and clean chain, check/tighten all key bolts with torque wrench, inspect tires for any usual wear and you’re good to go. Good luck and hope you subscribe. -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels
Oh the mess I made...but I learned and next time will be better
Great video
Thanks Gas! Appreciate it much. Nice to get your comment.
Hi, Trip, Kawasaki engine is compatible of most Nissan and Mazda oil filters. I got two oil filters of Nissan for my VS and it is cheaper than OEM filters.
Bo Zhao That’s a great tip. I’ll have to look at those. I’m mostly using Hi-Flo these days. Thanks! -Tripp
Good to know thanks its helps
You don't need to warm up the engine! When you shut the motor off the last time, all the hot oil drained to the bottom of the engine.Put as much oil in the new filter as you can without making to much of a mess to get instant oil pressure when starting.
The purpose of warming up the engine is to warm the oil, making it less viscous and allowing it drain faster and more completely.
Nice! You are upping your production values with the spliced in content for humor. Didn't understand the 2 minute countdown???
Grant Huguenin Thanks Grant! Two minute countdown? Not sure what you’re refereeing to.
@@trippontwowheels Hmmm. First time I watched it there was a 2 minute timer count down. Now it is gone. Odd.
Grant Huguenin Yes you watched it during the video premier. It was a timer unifications how much longer it was before the premier showing began.
Just to note: 1/2 cup is 4 fl oz; I believe the video said use 1/4 cup and fill it up 3/4. Great video though!
Yeahhhhhh, I just learned this the hard way. Currently siphoning out the excess oil. Lol
Thanks :D
Torque settings especially are extremely important, they are given by the manufacturer for a reason and to ignore them is asking for trouble. Crush washers are so named because that is exactly what they are designed to do. They cost very little and should always be changed otherwise you will have to exceed the torque setting to obtain a good seal, causing damage to threads.
Apart from that it is a good instructional video, but if you are going to be a DIY mechanic please do it properly - your life may depend on it one day.
Torque settings I totally agree with you, crush washers are really the copper ones that do crush slightly and need to be changed each time, the aluminium ones seal ok at the correct torque so long as they are not deformed in any way including scoring.
2:39 thats a heck of damage
@@mr.officer06 Damage?
Good video
Thanks James! Glad you liked it and hope it was helpful. -Tripp
Yo, good vid fam.
Vid fam? Time to clue me in... Video familiarization maybe?
Nicely detailed...BUT! Open the fill port before opening the drain plug...itll drain faster. Filters should be hand tight and a quarter turn(ish) so that wrench is overkill and takes longer than needed. Didn't notice the specifics on that oil, but if you truly love your bike and want it to get the best, amsoil has probably the best synthetic oil you can buy. If you don't want the most expensive, any full synthetic will be far superior to conventional oil.
True indeed!
U might have been joking and it went over my dumb head but N-m is Newton meters incase someone actually wants to know
A great vid Tripp. Say...what make of aftermarket exhaust is that? Thanks
Thank you sir.
I'm subscribing. And this is my first cruiser. A little nervous. I've been procrastinating. But here it goes
You’re very welcome Matthew!
Thanks for your support! How long have you had your Vulcan S and where are you from?
Thank you for your video! Completed my first Vulcan 650 oil+ filter change today following your steps. Is your magic red measuring cup really a 1/2 cup = 4 oz (not a 1/4 cup)? Anyhow the trick about removing the .1 quart/.4 cups prior to pouring the oil in was excellent. About 10 of your views was probably from me alone :)
Glad I could be of some help! Good luck and hope you subscribe… along with 10,000 of your closest friends! 🙂
Legend
Thanks Tom!
thanks man!
You’re very welcome! Thanks for your comment shay ben david, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels I will..
25 minutes and 2000 hrs))
Thanks for this video and the secret weapon haha!
You’re very welcome Kilo! Ride safe and hope you subscribe. -Tripp
trying to get an oil change and all the machanics around me will only do it as part of a full service.... that over 300dollars coz the last one didnt change the oil, so yeah imma be changing my own oil from now on
It’s sooo easy to do it yourself! Good luck. -Tripp
I agree. I was scared to do it but finally did it today. Idk why I was pushing it for so long
I've now started doing most of it myself coz my mechanic that now works on my car works on bikes on the side, tho not professionally, so he is showing me how to do all the basic maintenance.
TY!
Daniel Pierce You’re very welcome Daniel! Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
That's an awesome pipe, did you had a remap after changing your pipe?
Have never had it mapped.
hows your engine so far?@@trippontwowheels
How to fix the louder of put in the 1st. geer .
Good Stuff
Glad you enjoyed it!
The vulcan s owners manual doesn’t tell you what oil filter it needs.
What kind of battery tender do you use. I have a 2024 model
I have a question first let toss love at my Kawasaki ryders, but hey is synthetic oil good or bad for older bikes I ride an 07 1600 nomad, I heard someone say don’t run synthetic in a hydraulic clutch bike
Sigfried and the sea monsters!
Sure, why not?
Something I just thought of, why hasn't anyone come up with some sort of oil filter protector? To deflect rocks or other road debris that can puncture that filter.
Just4Fun Good question. To be honest I’d never thought about it. I think it would take a pretty sharp/sizable rock to do that sort of damage. Maybe insurance is cheaper than the guard? 🙂
Good question. They must not get hit much. Now if it were an adventure bike....
A cup is 8ounces, so a quarter cup measuring cup holds 2ounces not 4 ounces.
Very clear and easy to follow video and explanation. I just did my first (1,000 mile) oil change on my new 2020 Vulcan S. I used fully synthetic oil, 10W 40 so I can ride about 7,000 additional miles before my 2nd oil change?
Hi Rob! Thanks for your kind words and question. Hope you subscribe! Yes, you should be good for 7,000-10,000 miles with full synthetic oil although I wouldn't push it much past the 7K mark as the 650 engine is a smaller, higher revving engine which should cause the oil to break down a bit faster than a larger, lower revving engine would. Congrats on your new bike! You chose well. -Tripp
Tripp On Two Wheels Thanks for your reply. Yes, I subscribed two days ago.
This is just my opinion: You should get the first oil change done at 600 miles and then change it again for the second time at 1,200 miles. By this time the engine is and should be fully broken in and it is good to use full synthetic oil for the third time oil change.
It is worth mentioning that Vulcan S has a parallel-twin engine instead of a V-twin design, and therefore, it has very different control riding characteristics. When I go to very light throttle, it gets a slight vibration/shudder. Not really lugging motor and it will accelerate fine. The Vulcan S simply doesn’t like “light throttle “. It likes to be wound out and shifted around 5000 rpm. I wanted to shift at 2000 rpm and ride at 2500 to 3000 rpm and Vulcan S engine doesn’t like that (shudder and vibrate). I now shift at 4500 to 5000 rpm and cruise around 5000 rpm. It just takes some getting used to (for those who used to ride a V-twin bike).
P J Very good points PJ, and all spot on. By adding a Booster Plug and Arrow Rebel, I changed a good bit of that and decreased the engine braking and throttle twitchiness quite a bit. Thanks for your comment! -Tripp
What ever happened to the Sportster?
randall mcwilliams is you pause the video at 6:53 I think I can see it in his storage box.
Still have it. No money for parts right now. Thank you Covid 19.
Sharp eye my friend.
Tripp On Two Wheels
Did you ever crank it?
I can’t even get my oil catch can under cause the stand is in the way
How often do you have to change it and what's are the other types of maintenance this bike needs?
5,000 miles or once a year with semi-synthetic is my preference for the 650cc engine. Other regular maintenance includes coolant change, chain cleaning and adjustment, brake fluid, tire pressure, and a routine inspection of everything on the bike at least weekly.
@@trippontwowheels and how much does it cost yearly to own this bike?
Gigatless Totally dependent on how much you ride and what you pay for insurance.
@@trippontwowheels no idea dude never rode a bike in my life
Just a swag then - $1,250-$1,500 if you ride 12K a year for maintenance, tires, gas and insurance. Doesn’t include payment. Much less than a car.
Is that a gear indicator on the bike?
I had to add a gear indicator. The 2015 model didn’t come with one. Added in 2016 or 2017.
Out of curiosity I bought a motorcycle lift from HB. One that goes underneath the motorcycle and balances the bike on top of it. Can you make a video of how to properly lift the 650s for idiots like me with one? Or do you have a brand rear wheel lift that can reach the rear spokes? I just want to clean my chain and it’s turning out to be more difficult than I expected.
That's a great idea, I may just have to do that. I do have an HB lift myself. Thanks for your idea KingFluffy, I hope you subscribe! -Tripp
Should I get a Vulcan ?
No way I can answer that without knowing more about you and what you want to do with it. It is a great bike though.
Do you recommend using only semi-synthetic for the vulcan s?
video on air filter change?
Another good idea. I will do when I change the air filter. Thanks again! -Tripp
How could it be either one of the 2 oil weights? What does the manual say? I don't have one and they're expensive
There’s only one oil weight. You can choose between three types of that weight however.