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Posted by Kawi636lex
- July 10, 2013, 00:44:21 AMThanks for the info guys.
So... This afternoon I found out the battery was dead. I jump started it with my truck ad she fired up. I heard the knock the PO described and it actually drowned out the stock exhaust and the sound of the motor itself. After a few seconds, I went to rev it hard to listen in and the engine shut off. I'm not sure if this is a carb'd or FI. Maybe the carbs need adjusting? From what I found in specs, these are FI. 15000 mi on a compete bike and everything works, I think i got a good base to work with.
Anyone know what type of engine knock might cause it to shut off?
Posted by John Hopkins
- July 09, 2013, 12:41:26 PMQuote from: Kawi636lex on July 09, 2013, 09:52:46 AMGet a large screwdriver, push the blade against the outside of the engine and the other end against the bone above your ear, then move it to another part of the engine and you will soon locate the engine noise..I haven't had it checked out yet.
Total cost..nothing...
Time taken..five minutes..
John.
Posted by Troll
- July 09, 2013, 12:17:12 PMThe trans is part of the engine assy. What is going to be more important is what will connect to the injection system.
Posted by Kawi636lex
- July 09, 2013, 09:52:46 AMI haven't had it checked out yet. I was told by a dealer service department it could cost at least 2400 in parts to do a full rebuild not including labor. I afraid if they open it up at a dealer shop, I'm going to be shelling out some dough.
I'm hoping to find a bike that has an engine that uses the same motor (ie Vulcan, nomad, or meanstreak) or something that bolts up to transmission and drop it in.
What bikes models and years would work? I'm constantly searching for parts bikes or project bike for cheap but not too sure what will work?
Posted by DC
- July 09, 2013, 07:01:07 AMDid you have anyone look at the engine to see what is causing the loud banging? Maybe if it's simple, it can be fixed for a reasonable price.
Posted by John Hopkins
- July 09, 2013, 03:55:57 AMTo find an exact swap just look up the part numbers for the two years..
Google kawasaki vn1500 spare parts.
John.
Posted by Troll
- July 08, 2013, 14:22:53 PMAny of the injected 1500s should fit. I read somewhere about a guy who bolted in a mean streak engine with no issues. The older engines are NOT going to work There are usually a couple of engines on eBay. One of the newer members here works for a cycle salvage company...Starfruit Bongwater .....He might be able to provide some insight, as well as a source for parts.
Posted by Kawi636lex
- July 08, 2013, 14:12:28 PMCan anyone recommend where to look for a replacement motor?
Posted by Kawi636lex
- July 08, 2013, 14:03:55 PMHi everyone. I just aquired my 99 Drifter 1500. I'm excited and a new proud owner of what I hope to be something I can get on the road asap. I hope you guys can help. I'm looking to have the engine replaced due to a loud knocking sound. I bought the bike as is. Everything works, so all I need to do is replace the engine and I'm good to go... I hope.
What motors are interchangable between the Vulcans? I have a chance to purchase a 92 1500A motor for fairly cheap. Will this swap work? Its my understanding that it should bolt up to the transmission fine. Also, I am aware that the earlier models only had a 4 speed and mine has a 5spd. Will this be an issue? I fairly mechanical but I've never tackled anything more then changing brakes, shocks, valve adjustments and axle swaps on my car projects. I might be in over my head but I'm ready for the challenge. To be honest, I've always wanted a drifter once I got rid of my Kawasaki 636 sport bike. What other engines are simple enough to swap in with out modification?
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Alex