Kawasaki VN1700 Vulcan Vaquero - Performance Intro and Ivan's ECU Reflash

[@curtvick2892]

If you are still wondering if you should do the Ivans tune just STOP!!!!!!!! I just bought a brand new Vulcan voyager. I added the freedom slip ons a K&N filter and Ivans tune. This bike is now a beast!!! You can tell the difference immediatly. Power is better fuel mileage better and throttle response better. And it stays cool!!! It keeps up with any Harley you want to throw at it minus the crazy hopped up ones. All of this for still 10,000 bucks less than a comperable road glide. And that is with all the add ons. Just do it!!!!!!

[@ducewebber4561]

Well folks I just received my upgraded *** Ivan ECU Reflash*** for my 2017-Kawasaki-1700-Vulcan-voyager-abs. First and foremost let me tell you that I purchased the bike on the 15th of August, so only a few days ago. The dealership would not let me test drive the motorcycle (which in most cases I would not buy, however they sale was awesome) before I purchased. If I had test drove the motorcycle, I would not have purchased it. Well after I picked up the bike after the purchase, I was man this bike sucks from the heat it created, to what I felt was a turtle going as fast as it could but not getting anywhere coupled with the fact I live in Colorado at most of Colorado is above 6,000 feet in elevation which I'm sure reduces power and limits the air the machine can get. Long story long, I was like I'm sure most folks reading great things about Ivan's ECU reflash and all the problems it would fix, I was not 100% sure if I wanted to spend the $350 plus shipping both ways but this man knows his business. All my heat, power, backfire, etc., are gone. Example: I took it out right after installing Ivan's reflash and he was right on with same amount of power in every gear. I was in 6th gear going 35 miles per hour and it had no issues with throttle response or acceleration, a tad over 1,000 rpm which translates into more MPG. My after MPG on computer showed 49.7 MPG mostly highway and some city when I got back into town. I wrote down the miles before I left and then calculated when I filled up. I used 4 gallons of gas and got 200 miles... 50 MPG for this size of bike that is AWESOME coupled with the power, reduction of heat (my temperature gauge) before the Ivan reflash was always close to the red (far right), it now sits just right of the middle to include stop and go traffic in the city. I was very lucky that I came across Ivan's Reflash when researching how to resolve the bike issues I experienced after my Brand New Purchase a few days ago. I called Ivan's shop a few minutes ago to tell them how happy I am now love my bike. I really love the look, accessories, etc., but hated the performance, heat , etc. issues and was not sure if I would keep the bike..... I'm in Colorado and Ivan's shop is somewhere in NY so those reading this may think I'm getting something from Ivan to promote his ECU flash unit. They would be right on half of that I'm getting performance and love my bike and that's it. Oh and by the way, my bike is completely stock everything. The only thing added was Ivan's ECU reflash. Those folks still looking to resolve performance, heat or any other issues, don't spend a lot of time, money and frustration, call Ivan and get back to enjoying your ride......

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Duce Webber awesome, glad you're digging it. I would assume they don't allow people to test ride them because they blow so bad in stock form.

[@mrquicky]

Duce Webber I live in Texas close to sea level and currently ride a stock 2015 Kawasaki Vaquero. My previous bike was a 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan classic 1600 with custom exhaust, intake and a power commander. The 1600 was more powerful and more fun to drive in almost every way. Your post however, coupled with the video review convinced me to send my ECU to Ivan. My Vaquero had several issues. 1) It ran extremely hot 2) Throttle response due to the rev limiting was so sad that second gear made me want to cry. 3) Deceleration popping made the bike so unsettling to drive that I seriously considered reselling it. Ivan's ECU flash solved all of these issues. I cannot recommend this upgrade enough. Thanks Duce!

[@vulcantunes4776]

Yep, same here. Ivan's flash upgrade resulted in night and day performance improvements. Best part is he really takes all the time you need when talking to him over the phone. The only bummer is going without the bike for a week...but I'd totally spend that money all over again...every time. Engine heat was probably my biggest reason, but for sure being able to put on aftermarket pipes without decel pops was a close second. All of the other performance improvments are just gravy in my book.Oh yeah, throttle response and flat throttle control curve, VERY good. Seriously, Ivan knows these ECU's inside and out.If you're reading this comment and you have a Vaquero or Voyager and haven't had Ivan wave his magic wand over your ECU, do it ASAP.

[@baltsosser]

That kind of MPG was exactly what my question was going to be. Great information, thank you.

[@jtg870]

Got a 2023 Vaquero and all Ive been hearing is Ivan Ivan Ivan every video I see. Im gonna get a Ivans tune after I get some new exhaust installed. Great video man...thank you.

[@mraycgz]

Man this whole bike looks fantastic. I’d ride one.

[@akabigo135]

Not too much. I like it too.

[@djjones8490]

Just installed some V&H slip-ons and I am shipping my ECU out for reflashing tomorrow. Thanks for making this video.

[@davidandryshak7830]

Got my 2015 flashed. AMAZING!! Totally different bike. Much more enjoyable, safer ride. No more toying around with throttle & clutch control to try and avoid "popping". I found that IVAN's shop was less than an hour from me. Made a 10:00AM appointment and was on my way back home by 11:30AM. And that was with a lot of great conversation and removing my Dobeck tuner from the bike. This is a no brainer. FYI, I have the Cobra slip-on's and a K&N filter. Not a complete intake. My bike runs FANTASTIC!

[@edbigtruck]

Where is he located?

[@edbigtruck]

What did he charge to do it?

[@edbigtruck]

Happy to say 3 years after owning my Voyager. I sent my ECU to Ivan. And so far so good.

[@highmilagerider1154]

Great video although the audio is quite low. I have a 2014 Kawasaki Nomad 1700 with 164,000km on it so far. It has run great from the factory. No problems in the heat (New Mexico 44degrees Celsius) or in the cold (been riding in -5degrees Celsius) and no problems at altitude (Bear tooth pass). Not one problem with the bike so far. I’m considering trading it for a 2019 Vaquero and I’m supprised to hear of people’s issues with the motor. My buddy has a 2014 Road king with the 103ci and he can’t keep up with me. My bike pulls great from idle right up to 190KPH. Most reliable bike I’ve ever had. Ride safe 😄

[@BigMarkon2s]

Lololololol.. right on man!!

[@francesvega9034]

Me and you worked together on a lot of this stuff over the years in the V Bagger forums. Ivan's flash was by far the best money I spent on my Vaquero. I also have version 2.0 and man my bike runs better than ever.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Hey... Heads up if you didn't see it already, version 3.0 is out from Ivan. My ECU is coming back on Tuesday from the update. I'm unsure if it's really a version 3.0 or if it's a version 2.1... Not sure how much difference it will make. Ivan says he made a lot of small throttle input changes to the tune and also sounded like he perfected the startup.

[@jag1963]

Add my 2 cents here. Just had my new 2021 Vaquero flashed by Ivan. What a difference it makes to the bike. It's cooler, Smoother no poping on decel. However here's a tip and I think it's really noteworthy because I had to ring Ivan to find this out and it's fixed my issue. After putting your flashed ECU back into the bike start it up and do not blip the throttle. Let it come up to temperature fully without ever revving it and cycle the cooling fan a couple of times then shut it off and walk away from it for three hours allowing it to fully cool down. When you come back to it again start it again without touching the throttle and let it come up to temps again. before shutting it down again.Thats it you are done. It allows the ECU to learn the correct idle postion. These are Ivans words not mine. When I first got it back I fitted it, Started the bike up and within a few minutes I was riding it. It was better but when I closed the throttle it was taking 5 or 6 seconds to come back to idle. I rang Ivans who was super helpful and he told me what I've just told you. Did that and the bike is now performing as it should. I've got fewer than 40 miles on this bike since the Ivans flash and already I can tell you that it's night and day over Kawasaki factory mapping. It's so worth the money it's the single biggest improvment you can do to this bike. Also i am a complete noob when it comes to anything mechanical yet it was a breeze. Oh and unplug your O2 sensor. Remove the right side panel and find the sensor plugged into exhaust. trace the lead up to the plug unplug it and zip tie it or remove it from the exhaust and stick a bolt with thread matching into the hole from where it came. Simples.

[@Airtouch67]

I went with Moore's Mafia ECU Flash for my 2020 Voyager 1700.. no problems at all ! I know Ivan's flash is great as well. Moore's Mafia is about $70.00 cheaper. Congrats on getting things figured out & enjoying the bike.

[@royfrye2871]

Well the bike looks freakin amazing! Glad you got it tuned in and can really enjoy it now! I am considering buying a vaquero and hands down, in almost every instance Ivan and his magic stand out and say do it! Almost everyone that replied and have used him is elated!! Thats how you run a successful business right there! Be the best!! And Ivan can be ready for my ecu and my money the day I purchase one( if not already done) for sure! What a great bunch of riders as well!👍👏👏👏👏

[@rider6.0]

I got a year 2000 vulcan nomad and stock runs great. Runs hard all day, everyday. Got 93k on it.

[@TorquePowerVideo]

What year is this bike and is that the factory paint? I like them and have been thinking about buying one, but I'm not excited about all the two tone factory paint jobs I've been seeing. I much more prefer a single color like red or black.

[@akabigo135]

Great video. Your understanding of what was happening with ur bike was impressive. Ive been toying with the idea of riding again. A Vaquero vs Harley or Indian. Im leaning more toward Vaquero. Bunch of reasons including cost, ridability,enjoyment factor. Thanks

[@JonnyFuriouss]

I bought Ivans flash in the past and they are top quality upgrade in evry drivability aspects of your bike. Dont hesite to contact him.

[@gabedriver]

I was contemplating for two years before the warranty is up this video really helped a lot doing a lot of research and you have a lots of details all I have is freedom performance slip on‘s! Thank you so much for this video

[@ducewebber4561]

Great information. I just Purchased a 2017 VN 1700 Voyager and I agree with that lack of power and heat right from the factory. I only had the bike for 2 days so far and just sent off my ECU to Ivan and should receive on the 18th of Aug. Will let you know. I live in Colorado as well and the bike really sucks going up any hills and gets very hot....

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Awesome, I look forward to hearing your update after getting the ECU back!

[@PaulVanGaans]

Thanks for the video and info, am strongly considering Ivan's ECU tune for my 2015 Vaquero. Your bike looks excellent by the way!

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Don't just consider it get it done ASAP... You won't regret.

[@Corkoth55]

I got ivans tune really shortly after I got my vaquero. it's been a while but I do remember it's sooooo much better than stock. I give him a lot of credit. still not a perfectly smooth throttle and stuff but so much better

[@dominiccassar5884]

Thanks for taking the time to make the videos. They are very informative and answer a lot of my questions. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@craigwilliams1073]

O.M.G. you're totally describing my issue!!!! I replaced the Power Commander with the Bully. Ivan is next!!!

[@maximus11400]

I never had those power issues with either of my Vaq's. I had a 2014 and now a 2019. I will be getting it flashed but still never had a power issue.

[@douglashawkins4402]

Always loved the look of dual exhaust much better. Especially on a bagger.

[@vegadealer]

thank you for the video, i also have the 2nd version of ivans flash with the same air kit as you, i have the cobra triflow slip on i also have the decel pop now. also my bike still hits 3/4 on temp never stays at half im wondering where the difference could be, do you have any ideas? but all in consideration the flash is the best investment for the vaquero. thank you for the very informative video

[@TheChevelle24]

Great video! Thanks for sharing your opinion. I’ve had his tune before on another bike and plan to get one on my Nomad now. The one thing I don’t like is the heat from the cat. May do full exhaust to get rid of the heat. Thanks.

[@joshgeister432]

yes thank you very much for the info, please do keep making videos, they are very helpful!!!!

[@mraycgz]

That seat looks great. I took some screenshots and I’m gonna give it to my local guy I am having rebuild an old stock pan for a road king.

[@WDStock_man]

Ivan tuned my Vaquero last week. Took my Vaquero from 76hp to 100hp 👍 up

[@MoxieMike66]

I wonder if that's changed since I bought my 21'. Mine's not bad as far as I can tell, but I've been riding a 79' KZ1000 ST for most of my riding career. My Vulcan's never stalled, but it does run slightly hot, and I live in NH.

[@robertparisi8016]

I have a 2021 , great bike but honestly the ecu sucks, waaay to much heat, lots of popping on deceleration, bogs on throttle roll on, cant wait, ivan is on vacation until Sept 6th, almost fell on a sharp low speed maneuver, bike hesitated and I lost momentum into the turn, literally had to put my foot down on the road and push it back up, thank you for the info, can't wait

[@jasonholland8731]

Sorry to hear you have the same issues I did. It's very hit and miss. Many people say they are fine, not sure if they just don't notice stuff like that or if some of the bikes are fine. Ivan's flash fixed it all and make the bike fun/fast to ride.

[@robertparisi8016]

@@jasonholland8731 they just think the bike is fine, they could be newbies, i would think they all come off the line like that to adher to emission regulation, I was in the harley dealer the other day and I heard a woman calling to her hubby or boyfriend saying " honey this one comes in red" I had to laugh. Thats the people I think that say the bike runs fine. Sorry but u have to laugh

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

I have the flash on my Kawi Voyager and it runs like a champ! and Ivan is so easy to work with. thanks! Any luck with after market handlebars for this bike that use stock cables and don't hit the fairing??

[@pokeyboy1]

I added ivan ecu flash last week. In stalled per instructions. Left Pc ,-,v installed but as a zero map. So far so good. I updated Bob Fisher at roaring toys

[@rickberry4477]

Bought an 09 with Ivan’s and when slow if u roll off throttle it’s immediate slowing not gradual. It’s either on or off. Good running power but 2 Nd gear is slammmm! Metal to metal sound. Nomad 1700. Knew I shoulda stuck with Honda 🥲

[@jordanblair5410]

It's simultaneously amazing and disappointing that Kaw would release this bike/engine into production with such a bad air/fuel/timing curve and that they have continued to produce it with this issue for 10+ years without fixing it. I'm guessing that Ivan's wizardry has helped Kaw to sell a whole bunch more of these bikes than they would otherwise, based on all of the reports of terribly lean and high engine temp conditions on brand new bikes. Kaw must have heard about this from owners long ago, so the fact that they've done nothing to alleviate it (to my knowledge) is beyond pathetic. I have to imagine that there are thousands of these engines out there that don't have Ivan's or similar tune and that are literally self destructing as they're ridden, especially in hot ambient temps. I never imagined that a Japanese company like Kaw with so many years of solid quality reputation in many different industries would allow this to happen and to continue.

[@theone2be33]

You're a very informative speaker. I've got an 09 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 that runs perfectly. Never have any problems with it. Would Ivan's flash be even worth it to a bike that already runs good? As they say, don't mess with a good thing.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

You would be surprised at what Ivan can do to a bike. I’ve now had two bikes with his flash and if he’s got one available I would not go without. It’s amazing. Your bike will run stronger, cooler and get better mileage. It’s like magic. Go for it.

[@simonlangmead7]

If you’re happy with the way your Vulcan 900 runs after that many years, LEAVE IT ALONE ! If something works, don’t fix it.

[@GonGon08]

Nice set up What type of plate are you using to block the air intake on left side ? Thanks

[@tclegg1248]

Hi FCB, Great video - thanks, and great looking bike! I have an '11 1700 Vulcan Classic with Cobra slip on's and a K&N airfilter on LH Side. She runs great except for the deaccel popping. I have not done an Ivan ECU flash and further, I have not installed an aftermarket air intake (i.e. BAK "Straight Six" or "Kuryakyn" Intake" RH Side). I have also not gone down the fuel delivery tuner route (i.e. Cobra Fi2000 PowrPro w/CVT). Question is should I just go with a flash w/Ivan and call it good? I am interested in better performance, higher top end, better mileage, less crackling/popping on deaccel. Thanks!

[@jasonholland8731]

Call Ivan, do NOT email him. Tell him the story and he will tell you what tune you need. He will have a different tune based on your mods. Don't do any other tuner, he's got the right setup for anything you need and having the ECU handle the fuel delivery without a piggy back tuner is best.

[@tclegg1248]

@@jasonholland8731 Will do, thank you!

[@marshallthomson7027]

Great video. What did you put on the left side where the factory breather was? I

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

There was a spacer plate the maker of the intake offered to fill the space with a little logo on it.

[@buddywilson104]

Had my 2018 flashed by Ivan.......well worth it......

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Glad ou had it done. It really was the only reason I kept the bike as long as I did. Huge difference in readability and performance.

[@aaronowen771]

Question-Where did you get the front wheel set-up? And is that a 19"?

[@spark669]

I have the Ivan flash on both my XV1700PC AND XV1900. Easily the best upgrade I've done.

[@scrivnerfive7019]

Nice bike I have a question how did you get the air intake on there and what brand is it?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I don't believe the intake is made any longer. It was a company that went out of business.

[@MrSuperpat]

Just bought a brand new 2018 model.. Breaking it in and waiting to see what I got before I do this mod. It does seem to run hotter than my Honda Sabre, and seems a bit doggish on the throttle.

[@rdone4932]

Love that seat

[@mraycgz]

I just saw it and was gonna comment the same.

[@JohnDoe95876]

How difficult was it to change out the stock filter for your aftermarket filter? Is there much work involved? Where did you get the cover plate on the left side of the bike?

[@puzzlefit]

Appreciate the video, your bike looks AWESOME!!!

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Thanks I appreciate the positive comment!

[@blacqueone1976]

Do i really need to have the power commander and the ivans flash both?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

NO…. Not at all. Just get the flash.

[@blacqueone1976]

Thank you very much I appreciate it

[@duvanedorsey8520]

are you still running the PCV along with the flash? also did you provide Ivan with the map to help the flash? curious b/c i'm sending mine soon and the bike already has the PCV and I just found a good map that i like.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I got the flash with the very first wave of people years ago. I did keep having to run it for that version and the next version because I had to tune the startup zone to keep the bike running when cold at my altitude. He got complains and fixed it for version 3. At that point I zeroed out the map and run it without issues. The. I updated to version 4 and pulled the PCV out of the bike. The only issue with version 4 was that Ivan either richened up the WO throttle or retarded the timing some from version 3. This was done because some bikes were pinging and people complained. My bike never pinged. Unfortunately, this resulted in a loss of overall power at WO throttle. However, this version also improved throttle response at low speeds and overall ride ability around town. I never tried to mess with version 4 with the PCV for WO throttle because I had pulled it out of the bike before I realized there was a reduction in power.

[@mattdrinkwine1936]

Thank you for honest information I really like the look and ride height of this bike. I have had many .. bikes and currently own a 6th gen vfr wich is delicious to ride although a little less wind flow would be nice but other than that it's so perfect. I was looking at these and am really pretty disappointed to hear such a great looking bike that is not cheap in price has soo many issues I live in Texas and most of my riding is commuting and these heat problems etc are a concern and I read the top end is 100 that is sad why even put so many cc if you can't use them these manufacturers get caught up in a displacement race and don't offer nothing with it except bragging rights I had cbr1100 xx in 1997 and it would do 185 out of the box now you have a 1700 that tops out at 100 what is that about. Anyhow I really like the bike and yours is set up nice

[@iczeekrivera8449]

Can i just order an Ivan ICU from them and just install it..or do I need to Have someone program it.? Bike Runs Hot,when stopped...Had a New Thermostat,Radiator Flush and working water pump and New Spark Plugs..?

[@pokeyboy1]

Great video series - I worked at Roaring Toyz CNC machining and now teach CNC Machining for our county tech school. I have a 2015 Vaquero ABS with O2. I had seen the RT custom bike at the shop 5 years ago and always liked it. i was a Road glide owner and am a ZX14 drag racer. Anyway when I got the bike June 2015 I brought up north to NH and I noticed it did not run well all the time - seemed lean and always ran hot. Got back to the shop and left it with the RT mechanics and we put on Freedom pipes, and RT air cleaner and PC-V. Used a Vulcan map from PC just for starters - did not run bad. I couldn't wait for dyno session so I installed auto tune. A little better. But when it got heat soaked it started to run bad at lower TPS and RPM. I then manually fixed settings in those areas and disconnected AT. ran better but it still would decel pop and do that heat soak thing again but less often. I had got the C3 mobile app with the cable and did a quick fix but that app only does what an old PC-III did - you could n't change cells. So I'm listening to you plus I saw the thumbs up on Vulcan baggers. I talked to Ivan and they do it same day and I going with that. now............ thks kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZncc3uag69lfMk

[@cr-us9ch]

Damn, i love the looks of these bikes. I hate to hear they have problems from the factory.

[@farclebaba]

Wow. I wanted to love these bikes, but after test driving the Vaquero, I decided to pass on it because of the lack of power overall, and power delivery. I went with the Yamaha Stratoliner which has great power, but not all of the nice touring bits the Vaquero offers. Crazy that Kawasaki won't fix this. This sounds like a game changer.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Ivan's work is a game changer for this bike. The Stratoliner Deluxe was my top choice when I went looking, but there was none of them in my price range 3 years ago, so I ended up with the Vaquero. Was ready to sell it before Ivan came out with his flash. There's no way to unf*#k the poor throttle response and poor power with using an external tuner. Ivan unleashes the power and control in this bike. It pulls all the way to redline and I'm pretty sure it would take a Stratoliner becuase of the top end power. The Stratoliner still makes better low end torque, but my ECU is coming back from Ivan today again, for the 3rd update, which should address some more low end power. Make sure you look up Ivan, he has a flash for your Stratoliner as well as an intake mod.

[@rocket3man371]

@@FriedChickenBlowout yeah bro my 2011 is awake now, love the throttle in the low speeds. Also the idle is smoother

[@tomsmk3]

So what has to be done first, the air intake and exhaust or the flash???

[@mconley12345]

quick question, does the intake make a lot of difference?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I can't say, I did it all at one time. Normally it would only effect top end power and you would need to adjust the tune for it to make a change. Ivan will adjust the flash based on what you have done on the bike.

[@lawrenceyoung9306]

Where did you get those lights

[@EcSsAwS]

So a Ivan tune AND a power commander. No thanks. That’s tooo much to go wrong I’ll stick with just a Ivan tune and a set of no name 4” slip ons Mine has dual exit exhaust

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I agree, I took off the Power Commander and just ran Ivan's tune.

[@FlameHerer702]

Any updates on the flash, or if you still have the bike? I’m debating on sending in my ecm, good sir.

[@chrislewis9345]

Does ivan still tune these bikes?if so how do I contact him?

[@bigredviking3705]

I have a 2016 vaquero and the only mod I've done is cobra triflo slip ons, as far as power I have had no issues, I've dragged raced a Harley electraglide that my buddy has and I wiped the pavement with him. I think most of the problems in this video started with the power commander someone didnt tune it right.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Get Ivan's tune... You'll be blown away.

[@buddywilson104]

I have a 2018 Vaquero. All stock and essentially that is how I plan on running her. Are you still recommending this flash? Thanks.

[@MrSuperpat]

yes. Smooths out the throttle and heat issues. adds power.

[@goldwingrider7777]

Curious to know what the HP and torque numbers are vs stock. I don’t see anything on KZbin with this information. I just bought a 2021 with a power commander and true duel freedom exhaust already installed. I cannot get in contact with the original owner. I would like to know what it has or what it’s capable of with these add-ons. I want to know if it is worth taking it to a Dino shop. I feel like it was done right because I don’t have any popping at all, rides like a dream.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I tried having the bike Dyno'ed with a Power Commander twice without any luck. It just seemed to get worse. Ivan flashed his tune directly into the EUC and the Power Commander is no longer needed. He has dyne charts available - www.ivansperformanceproducts.com/vn1700.htm

[@rmccain99]

Thank You for the info. Now, who makes 10 to 1 pistons for the 1700?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

No idea... The feedback I had seen from anyone that had done internal engine work, was that they suffered a catastrophic failure in the transmission. At one point Thunder Manufacturing had a big bore kit, but I think they went out of business. I think the goal with these bikes is to run the tune as hot as possible, you can have some conversations with Ivan and see if he would give you more timing advance. I understand he backed some out of the latest tune because some guys had pinging issues, I never did have any pinging, but you can think there is some based on the air intake noise that exists at lower RPM under heavy throttle.

[@TheBrickie44]

Hreat video. BTW,what front wheel is that on your bike?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

phil Ballinger the wheel is from Revolution Manufacturing. It was a very good quality and came with my choice of tires mounted and balanced. I would highly recommend them. I think it was the “Titan” model.

[@TheMarky26]

who did that seat for you?

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

Do they make a rider backrest for the OE seat, I noticed there appears to be slots for one but I can't find one on kawasaki's website. Thought I would ask an owner.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Kawasaki might, but I know people use this on. www.grasshopperlimited.com/kawasaki-vaquero/

[@louisgauthier2237]

I need that windshield. Please post a link. Thx

[@serbanlucian419]

One question please:is possible to remove the ugly left side air filter plus cover.It work just with an single custom air filter on right side?If yes,how do this? Thank's in advance...

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Yes... Just take the outside of the cover off and remove the three screws under the cover and it’s gone. The cylinders are not finished under it so you can get a cover plate like mine has in this video.

[@serbanlucian419]

@@FriedChickenBlowout Excellent!Thank you for reply!I'm oscilate between Vaquero and Stratoliner.My last cruiser was an 2014 Raider.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

@@serbanlucian419 Having ridden both bikes, I think the Stratoliner Deluxe is a better bike. Ivan makes a flash for that bike as well. It's no longer made of course, but if I had to do it all over again I would track one of those down rather than the Vaquero.

[@excessiveforce03]

Was there an increase\decrease in mileage?

[@joshjacobs6658]

Are those power issues just with the 2011 year or all years?

[@heathesara]

Where did you get your speakers? Any other mods to the stereo system?

[@kopperhed]

Was it Rac'n Ray that said the "True Duals" made less power than the stock exhaust?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

I hadn't heard that. Rac'n Ray did say the Vance & Hines 2-1 was trash.

[@pokeyboy1]

Robert Fisher at RT had the green show bike tuned with 2-1 VH pro pipe and a modified Performance machine AC ( before we made the all RT cleaner). It was on Dyno and it did not make any more power he said.

[@CSIS-Spy]

Do you still need PCV if you do the IVANs ECU reflash?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Not likely that you will.

[@johnluckett7119]

Driveability problems for over 2 years, a bike you call unrideable. You apparently love that bike a whole lot or love the challenge in front of you. There are to many bikes out there I could learn to love and ride.

[@lamontb9338]

I have the issue of my vaquero shutting off when I ride but it starts right back up I had my ecu flashed but do u think if I get it flashed again will it fix my issue if stalling while rideing?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Lamont B that's hard to say. My issues was it dying because it was too rich at 5000 ft elevation when it was hot outside. I can't say what your issue is. Are you running a PCV too?

[@lamontb9338]

FriedChickenBlowout yes I have a pcv I rode it today and it was like 100 out and I seem to lose power and I rolled on the throttle to try keep it running then when I slowed it cut off and heat wise its running well over half way and when I rode it last week it was much cooler and I didn't hav this issues it was a nice ride

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Lamont B make sure your PCV map is zeroed out below 3500. If you're adding fuel at low RPM especially around idle that could be killing the engine, I had that issue with mine when I was messing with the low end RPM range trying to improve things. Since you've already had it flashed it won't hurt to get the update. Once you do the update you won't need the PCV for anything.

[@lamontb9338]

FriedChickenBlowout ok.thank you for your help am get the up date

[@eddiejames9714]

Did you ever just try to adjust the TPS to a richer mixture ? Most bikes are to lean from Kawasaki . But the benefit of a reflash allows you to remove the speed limiter and bump up the rev limits .

[@markfairchild654]

I've been following reviews on Ivan's flash, and the one issue I have reservations about is minimum recommended octane requirements... Does your bike have detonation or per-ignition at all now (sounds like pinging, knocking on heavy throttle application, especially at lower rpm)? If not, what octane fuel do you run in your bike? Where I live it's hard to find 91 premium and I have to settle for 89 or even 87, so will I need to carry and use octane booster to keep from having detonation?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Mark Fairchild sorry for the delay... I've never had the bike ping, even when I lug the engine in the wrong gear. This was the same before and after the flash. I used to run 89 but now I pretty much only run 91. But on a recent trip all I could find was 87 so I filled it up with that and didn't have any issues. From what I hear some bikes are more particular than others. You can always keep a small bottle of octane boost with you on a trip if you're afraid you won't find super while away from home. I ran into that in Iowa last year where a station I pulled up at only had 85 E15 which was really weird to find. I tossed in my backup fuel can that I take on big trips and went to the next station 20 miles away that had normal gas.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Mark Fairchild also I recommend that you call Ivan directly and quiz him about this issue. Don't email him, he won't respond. But he will answer this questions for you. He has a massive amount of info.

[@rmccain99]

Wher do you get those floorboards and the front rim?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Rotation Industries is where the wheel is from and the floorboards are from Roaring Toyz

[@Donfleebie1]

Strange that they run hot with a liquid cooling radiator system.

[@Raycinjaycin]

Colorado? Air quality is most likely a big issue for this application.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Yes my assumption was the bike was not making proper adjustments for air density.

[@joshgeister432]

have you tried the Cobra power pro black ?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

josh geister I've had the PCV and another one that was not a Cobra. But there was just a Report of someone running a Cobra tuner that was just blown away, as everyone would be, by Ivan's flash. There's nothing better than what Ivan is doing.

[@sburton223]

Where did you get your air boxes

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

A place that went out of business.

[@sburton223]

Ok thanks

[@Beth-El]

where is ivans shop located?

[@MrSuperpat]

New York

[@thomasminer3856]

Where did you get the cover on the left side of the bike where the air filter was removed? BTW thanks for the information I live within 2 hours of Ivan's garage and I am going to make an appointment to get my vaquero tuned in person it will be a nice ride through the beautiful mountains in the Northeastern part of the good old U.S.A.. God Bless brother keep the videos coming.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Thomas Miner that was an Item from Thunder Manufacturing, which isn't in business at this point I think. But I think there's another place making them now. Let me look and find a link.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Thomas Miner here you go brother! chucksterscustoms.com/product/vn1600-vn1700-decorative-badge-plate-wfluted-cnc-v-logo/

[@thomasminer3856]

Thank you

[@thegoblin2684]

I know I have been riding with loud pipes for years ... But I could not hear a darn thing you said . 😣😣

[@rmccain99]

What's his website?

[@metalman065]

Thanks, I'll avoid all that hassle and buy something else.

[@rmccain99]

You have extra lights in your fairing.

[@tourage098]

can you do only the flash with the stock pipes? Or is the flash for aftermarket pipes? thank you!

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

You can flash it with any pipes you want. Mine had the Freedom Performance 2-1 exhaust and it worked fine. You just tell Ivan what you have and he flashes it correct for your bike.

[@MrSuperpat]

I called Ivan, he said that intake is all that matters, he doesn't care about exhaust.

[@greglangford1840]

How long did it take to get the ECU back from Ivan's?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

He ships it back the same day it arrives. SO how fast is up to you. I have sent it overnight both times. Ship on Monday, flash Tuesday, returned and in the bike Wednesday.

[@greglangford1840]

Awesome, thanks for the info.

[@forryg5432]

How much???

[@edbigtruck]

Where is this Ivan located?

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

edbigtruck Congers, NY

[@edbigtruck]

Thanks that's less then an hour from Me here in Jersey. Would it be possible o have the actual shop info so I can contact them?

[@lincolnmeinzen6803]

👍

[@wongbu7043]

🍋

[@randbthug007]

Is there anyone who does a cam upgrade for these bikes

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Not that I know of.

[@Vulcan_Tech]

If I gotta modify the bike just so the bike runs right. I'm glad I didn't buy another Kawasaki.

[@Dave30867]

You talk about changing stuff on your bike you need to dyno tune after any engine or exhuast mods that why your having problems even with a power commander this is needed to be done no wonder you have so many issues get the bike checked and serviced by a Motorcycle Service Centre only they have the correct equiptment to flash and service your engine cheers .

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Dave30867 it was Dynoed multiple times and ran worse each time. In the end Ivan was the only one that was able to get it to run correctly.

[@rmccain99]

OK!

[@rmccain99]

what size is that front wheel and what tire size is it.

[@FriedChickenBlowout]

Richard Mccain 18” wheel 130/70