13 Must Have Accessories for the Kawasaki Vulcan S 650
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- 11 Must Have Accessories for the Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 + 2 Extra’s that are nice to have
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Below are the links to everything I purchased aside from the radiator cover
Power Relay Kit
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DC Power Outlet
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Tollefe 45 Watt Car Adapter
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PUIG WIndshield/WIndscreen
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Auxito H4 LED Bulb
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Marsauto 194 LED Bulb
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10 Piece LED Lighting Kit
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Nelson Rigg Commuter Tour Motorcycle Tail Bag
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Kemimoto Cup Holder
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Rokform Motorcycle Mount
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Rokform Motorcycle Mount Stabilizer
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Passenger Seat
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Passenger Pegs
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As much as LED mods are associated with “ricer” in the car community, I feel like it’s definitely a must have for bikes as a safety precaution to stand out in traffic at night.
I second this
I just want to say that I really appreciate this video.
Thank you!
Perfeito! Na medida certa para essa moto. 👏👏👏👏
Thanks man for the great video! As if I wasn't excited enough to pick up my Vulcan S next week, having all these ideas is incredible. I just ordered the relay, car adapter, tail bag, and all the bulbs. You are a huge help.
You’re welcome and thanks for the appreciation. When my channel starts picking up, I’ll re-create CTG and do more bike and car stuff again. I hope you enjoy the ride
How do you like your bike?!
I love mine. So quick and handles beautifully for a cruiser
You've just earned yourself a new subscriber 😊
I don’t get notified each time someone subscribes, but thank you! Videos were pretty consistent.. but slowed down now that winter is upon us, and transitioning to car. Car stuff is stupid $$$$
6’1” Vulcan S rider here and I have that same windscreen, Puig Sport New Gen or something like that. I actually felt a BIG different in the amount of pressure on my stomach/chest area. I tried the Puig taller windscreen first, that one blocked ALL the air from my torso but put the main wind blast right in my face. It was very exhausting very quickly. The shorter screen still takes some pressure off my chest above 70mph, and I can tuck down to reduce air even more if I’m really trying to hustle. But it does NOT put the huge amount of turbulence on my face. I start to feel air right around my sternum or collar bone. I think the short screen splits the difference and makes a very nice improvement…. the only other option for long high speed highway runs would be a super tall screen which I don’t know if one exists but I know it would be ugly as heck….
That screen only took the pressure off part of my chest. That was about it, but mine wasn’t the tall one. Sorry for such a late reply
@@Kodyssey no worries! I still haven't decided on the best solution .... I realized the short screen was increasing the wind noise in my helmet quite a bit. I'm currently back to normal screen.
@@bca5251 I think they make a windscreen fairing kit for that bike. Don’t hold me to it.
id put on the shad top box and panniers !
Maybe on my next bike
Good video. Great information.
Thank you. It’s all good stuff I wouldn’t want to go without
I've owned my 2015 Vulcan S since 2017 - bought it with 845 original km on it.
I've since added a Madstad windshield. Had the tall Puig; hated it.
Added LED signals, a tail tidy, custom foot boards (bad tendonitis in my arch, so necessary), custom paint (original owner is a bodyman and he did custom red & blue, sparkly Easy Rider paint; wasn't my style), bar risers, viking saddlebags & it came with a custom seat cover that I quite like.
I still plan on adding a charging port for my phone & go-pro, under glow, a tail bag & LED headlights. Will probably add to my list as I go, but for not, that's it.
Definitely get the charging port.. you will want it lol. And a phone mount with shock absorber. Sounds like you’ve got a nice bike! Safe riding
For those of you who are new to my channel, currently my uploads are on the weekends only. On the occasion I can do it through the week however my job requires me to be out of town most of the time. For those of you who have subscribed already, I very much appreciate you and your patience for my channel. It is a work in progress but it is something that I hopefully can start doing full-time sooner than later
a start; crash bars, top box; center stand, sae charging cable.
Didn't think about a charging cable. Only reason I'd get crash bars is to hook speakers on them
You could go to a craft store and make a double sided male connection for the bag straps, and just connect them together when not carrying the bag
Late reply here! I probably could have. No longer have that bike though
Cause the vulcan is a beast vroom ,I also like klr and the boss.
I’m gonna revive CTG soon. Currently saving for a new bike. It will eat the Vulcan for breakfast lunch and dinner 😂
@@Kodyssey I have yamaha bikes ,but I appreciate all the different brands. I'm a fan of muscle cruisers I have a vmax 1200 ,a vmax 1700 a truimph rocket 3 and a Ducati diavel, I want the vrod and moto guzzi California ,although I don't need them I'm pretty happy with what I have lol. Can't wait to see the new bike ,hope you enjoy it I've had a few I regret lol 😆 one was a harely the suspension wasn't the best.
@@thedood4713 you have a hell of a collection. I’d love to say what the bike is, but I’m currently in beginner stage of trying to save for it.. and it’s quite pricey. Planning another trip out west, and I wanted something with plenty of power, top speed, and comfort. Obviously.. a Vulcan S fits none of those lol.
Feel free to sub to the CTG channel (clutch throttle go). Currently no content yet, as I kept all the motorcycle content on this channel, but when I do upload, you’ll know
@@Kodyssey oh cool ,I hope it's a touring bike I haven't seen a lot of people cover those well except my friend he tried to use a Hayabusa as a touring bike lol ,we stopped alot and I was driving a 1987 fazer with no issues he was usually 30 to 40 miles ahead but had to rest his legs and butt so I caught up with no issues and his gas mileage wasn't the best. I'll definitely sub ,hope to see new content I'll probably make a video on the vmax 1200 soon I'm going to switch from carbs to racing carbs then on my second one I'll switch it to fuel injection then see which works better.
@@thedood4713 well I may be getting the very same bike as your friend lol. I’m drooling over the 2023 model right now. But I want to get all upgrades possible to make it as comfortable as possible. I’m also like 5’5”. And I’ve ridden 2 Busa’s so far. Didn’t seem too bad. I have been looking at Indian, Harley and a few other sport touring bikes.. but honestly, I feel like that 23 Busa just might be a winner.
And I was incorrect, guess there are a few vids on the CTG channel. Oops. I was gonna make it my gaming channel, but didn’t want to lose the subs 😂 so I kept everything on here and changed the name.
Kawi makes a medium and tall windscreen for it. Looking for this bike as a second bike. Cafe version.
Yeah, not a fan of windshields in general on cruiser bikes. Got this just to keeps some bugs off really. Though I have thought about getting the cafe screen instead
Yeah if you don't mind sending clothes to 500 Dollars for brickest shied mounting hardware. No me I'll find something in the after market.
The first thing I did to my 2018 Vulcan S was to get rid ofvthe ugly factory exhaust system and install a CS Racing exhaust system like the one shown in the video. The bike looks and sounds much better now, and the CS Racing exhaust is half the weight.
Yeah I’m sure.. next bike I get is gonna be rowdy lol. Working towards getting it now
I don’t know about the plastic, but you can buff out the paint scratches with a nice wax. A specific “black paint” was will hide those scratches
If I still had the bike, I would. I plan to get another soon
@@Kodyssey ~ the “Black paint” wax works for any black paint, not just the Vulcan 😂!
Have you fitted a Power Commander. If so has it made a difference to the "snappiness" of the throttle?
No, I never installed one. I didn’t feel like the throttle was too snappy
Shad top box needed. ; i sat on one and was most UNcomfy. i need both extended seats. for wide arses !
Just got a Vulcan. Love your videos. What camera do you use for your videos?
Thank you! I use GoPro Hero 10 when riding. iPhone 13 Pro Max for everything else. Starting tomorrow, will be iPhone 14 Pro Max.
Hi there....on your fender...is that paint or stickers?
That is a good question. If memory serves me, it may have been decals with a clearcoat over top. But I don’t remember 100%.
how is the performance when riding with a passenger ?
It went smooth. No issues. Your passenger may want a back rest
What does the power relay do? I know zero about this stuff.
It is required in order to install the DC power outlet. In other words it has to be installed to be able to charge your phone or other things
@@Kodyssey thank you. I’m an old biker from years ago, a lot of new stuff to learn. I have the same Vulcan as you, I like it , but it’s not like my old KZ1000 was. Lol. I appreciate your channel, hope you prosper.
I appreciate that and you’re welcome. It’s been about 5 years or so since I’ve owned a bike, so it’s been a learning experience for me as well
great video watching from Turkiye unfortunately some of you accessories are forbidden here
No clue what I bought that would be forbidden anywhere. Strange. And thank you. More updates on the Mustang soon. I’ve transitioned my videos to the car
What is your passenger seat?
It’s the OEM passenger seat from Kawasaki
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Engine guards, floorboards, taller windshield, lose the passenger seat unless you're going to ride passengers. Get a backrest and travel rack.
True, but I do ride a passenger at times
@@Kodyssey I put viking saddlebags on yesterday
@@LuciferMorningstar-wk8qu awesome. I don’t have my bike anymore, but I’m going to be getting another one soon.
You planning to get another vulcan 650?
Nah, it was a fun bike, but it wasn’t quite my style. I plan to eventually have 3 bikes. Cruiser, rocket and touring. Starting with either rocket or touring I think
@@Kodysseyokay so I've been riding cbr 600rrs and have never rode a cruiser but I don't want to lose that rocket feel(power). Is this a good bike? Or would you recommend something else. Please don't say scout lol I would love to buy a scout but the funds don't add up for that 😭
@@KodysseyI've been looking into these and shadow. I love the easy maintenance I've seen so far on these bikes though. Super easy and reliable I feel
@@daltonmast9982 the way I see it.. don’t get the Vulcan if you want a “cruiser”. The Vulcan is a cross breed between a Ninja 650 and a cruiser body. Has too much spirit of the get and go, while being held back by cruiser style limitations. Go try and ride one.
I’d recommend a shadow.. they are cheaper and great bikes. It’s what I’m considering.. either a shadow or a Suzuki Boulevard. For a rocket, I’m unsure.. but leaning towards a ZX6R/10R or the Yamaha. For touring, 100% Busa gen 3
12:02 *Sweating like a PIG? Do PIGS, HOGS (pork) SWEAT?*
That’s a good question lol
Nice video. Something people need to realize however is: Don't waste your time on a relay. JUST DON'T. Whoever started this relay craze needs to be slapped. We all want to do the right thing however we've been seriously misinformed about this subject. A relay is designed to open an electrical circuit when the key is off. Here's an interesting fact: 12 volt sockets are ALWAYS open. As long as the phone charger is NOT plugged, in there will be absolutely no current going through the socket. Keep the charger out of the outlet when you're not charging something, powering your dash cam or whatever. Again, the relay is a serious waste of time and money... just don't do it.
Well, it would seem I learned something new today. Lol, getting another bike soon hopefully, can’t wait
I thought the power relay was for adjusting the engine timing when you change the muffler.
Damn. What am I thinking of?
Southern accent...maga!
Yep, lol.
Bro. You need a replacement seat. I can't sit in mine longer than 30mins without my cheeks screaming.
This is way late, but yeah.. the seat never bothered me much. But I’m a light person
If you LED lamp is not a special pricey Philips with a proper form of beam you most likely will end up blinding coming traffic. Nothing to brag about.
I keep it on low 99% of the time. I rarely get flashed by anyone..and rarely ride at night
Zero content in first 90 seconds - just filler and "brand." Not the way to engage a viewer, especially a first timer. Recommend lessons for TH-camrs by TH-camrs. Thanks.
Yep, been working on that. Vids have gotten better. Thank you for feedback
@@Kodyssey "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat." - Teddy Roosevelt, 1910
just so you know, your music is incredibly loud compared to your voice
All gear has been upgraded since this video. Also, when I get another bike, I’ll be using a tascam. But thank you for your feedback! Hopefully future videos will be more enjoyable. We’ve switched to gaming content at the moment.
@@Kodyssey all good, just wanted to let you know. good video though
@@GreenKiwi149 thank you!
Dude, what the hell is wrong with you, i think you're the problem and not the bike, You definitely got the wrong bike. It's a beginner bike your bashing an entry level cruiser is an excellent bike. I hope you know reputable reviews disagree with you.
Bashing wasn’t my intention. It’s an excellent bike for what you pay for and get. If reputable reviews disagree, that’s fine. It’s my own opinion. It’s a beautiful bike and I’ve enjoyed the hell out of it. Did you watch the full video?
Keep in mind, I do own this bike. It is currently my daily as my car is down at the moment. I’ve taken it out to the national parks, and very much enjoyed it. It’s exciting and super fun to ride.
I think that if some people feel the same as you, a new video is necessary to elaborate how great it truly is.
not a beginner bike; a perfect commuter around town and for trips for two. There is no other cruiser in Asia that is small enough to part and still ride where you like.
The loud music makes your videos unpleasant
Yeah.. that was in my starting times lol. Sorry about that, and sorry for such a late reply