Video Tutorial on the R&G Tail Tidy for the KAWASAKI Vulcan S Available in smoke and clear here: www.rg-racing....
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@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
PLEASE NOTE NEWER KITS ARE 100% PLUG AND PLAY AND SHOULD NOT REQUIRE YOU TO CUT YOUR CABLES. CHECK YOUR INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU START! :)
@Kev_L5 жыл бұрын
Where can I get one for the 2019 model ?
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
The model hasn't changed since 05. Links in description
@Kev_L5 жыл бұрын
@@REDZONERIDER ok thanks and do you know what's the price for USD?
@Kev_L5 жыл бұрын
Or a link to a USA one?
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
@@Kev_L revzilla have them I think. Sorry I'm not in the US
@farcloud37012 жыл бұрын
Completed today on my 2020 Vulcan. For those considering doing this, you can thanks to this video. Many thanks Redzone Rider. Two tips I learned as a novice: 1) Removing the three notorious hex bolts that secure the metal fender that have lock-tite (5:18 in video): If/when you strip the hex cap on those, use a fine metal file to make a couple of flat edges on that round cap, then grab it with a plumber’s wrench and you’ll have enough torque to twist off. You won’t need those bolts going forward. 2) Connecting the thin brake light wires (9:10 in video): strip off a little more insulation than they did (have at least ½ inch), and fold the tip portion down to double the width of the wire before inserting into the male bullet/jacket. Additional wire thickness will ensure good electrical contact between wire and bullet. Note that the 2022 R&G kit still needs this step, but not cutting. Thanks again Redzone.
@stephaniecross11333 жыл бұрын
Just installed the r&g tail tidy to my lovely purple Vulcan, wouldn’t have been able to do it without this great video, so thanks a million 😊
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@tedturner52996 жыл бұрын
Absolutely perfect video. Great job on speaking as well, no "ummms", "ahhhs", etc. Nice to hear!! Great install job and fast forwarding thru the tedious stuff.
@paoramorrison43904 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial. ! No BS or life stories just detailed and informative.
@DonkeyOaty4 жыл бұрын
Love the fact that your bikes have a carpeted floor to rest on!
@paullecheminant54395 жыл бұрын
hey fella great vid ! it really was helpful. my rear tail light was actually wired wrong from the factory but with a bit of help we realised that red/red and blue/yellow was the way it needed to be wired ! just posting this in case anyone else has the same problem. thx again my friend
@splinter83536 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial, thanks for sharing. I'll be sure to watch again when I pick up the kit for my own Vulcan
@mrq17014 жыл бұрын
I really like the look of the tail tidy, but I am weary of the smaller brake light. Motorcycles are hard enough to see and rear end accidents seem to be the most prevalent, I want bigger and brighter lights! Lol!
@nunzioz6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I tend to be mechanically challenged, but after watching your video I got the tail tidy. It probably took twice as long to install as it should, but I got it done and it looks great!
@Yjdrake3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! Watched it a couple of times before helping the wife install her tail tidy. Great stuff!
@moisilence4 жыл бұрын
This video helped me change a blinker on the back end of my Vulcan S
@thomasammar28673 жыл бұрын
Awesome video mate, this really helped a lot. I had some trouble with those wires and connecting them to the female. I’m still learning the basics I guess so I had to switch to another video to figure out how to attach the wires correctly to those little pieces in the pack Appreciate the knowledge 🙌🏼
@jaydesaysstuff6 жыл бұрын
It looks so much better!
@govna474 жыл бұрын
Dude I had no idea that that allen wrench was hidden behind the side panel there. They didn't tell me at the dealership when I picked up my bike. Thanks for that
@stickybooga4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video thanks man! I purchased this kit because of your video and it also was a brilliant step by step guide to fitting, thanks so much!!
@knightmayre4 жыл бұрын
Nice one, I pick up a vulcan in 2 days and that rear end has bugged me since I decided to get one. Cheers mate
@franklabz4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I bought the tidy tail kit and the instructions it came with were garbage. This video was a huge help, especially when it came time to match up the wires.
@gadsta933 жыл бұрын
Super helpful video. no way i would have been able to do this with the instructions they provide. FYI for more recent r&g tail tidy kits, the new tail light wires do not come with plugs. They just require 4mm male bullet connector plugs to be added to them, which is very simple to do, and then plug into another Cable that the kit provides which further plugs into the stock connectors on the bike for the tail light. Hope this all makes sense.
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update! It looks like they are constantly updating them to make the kit better which is always good news!
@pierronstephane23 жыл бұрын
looks much better , should be factory delivered like that.
@sergioe75402 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, easy explanations, detailed enough but not long. You helped me very much on my own installation, thank you very much!
@themrfarnham70985 жыл бұрын
Finished up the install earlier today. Thank you for the helpful video!
@noahvillalpando3 жыл бұрын
Mmmm can't say I like the way it looks now but I'm glad it made you like it more.
@adrianlerasalso34425 жыл бұрын
Thank a lot! very illustrating video.
@barrykelly27224 жыл бұрын
For not being a fan of aftermarket mods, I am slipping. The tail if the S does lack a bit and I have to admit, me thinks it looks better. Not too shabby. Now I am wondering if bigger lights on the tail would augment the retro look. Thumbs up.
@h.t.70345 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Nice background music!
@martingalli27862 жыл бұрын
Did the job couple of days ago, very easy thanks to your great video. Thank a lot!
@mikehope46876 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Very clear and easy to follow instructions.
@the_wilkini4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video helped me do the install on my KVS :)
@chancells6 жыл бұрын
I’m getting this because of you. Thank you bro!
@user-zo4mj3kd5k2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Installed my tail tidy while watching this video. Well done. *****
@marcelaugus4 жыл бұрын
Congrats for the full detailed hint!
@coryCuc4 жыл бұрын
Great video. While watching, I couldn't help thinking how much of a Chris Ramsay (KZbin magician) vibe there was. Keep it up!
@justinsteckis74304 жыл бұрын
I was surprised to see this comment, but agreed.
@REDZONERIDER4 жыл бұрын
I love his puzzle videos!
@coryCuc4 жыл бұрын
@@REDZONERIDER Agreed!
@cezarjj9565 жыл бұрын
Merci à vous, pour le temps de nous informer sur le montage, ça change la gueule de la bécane trop chouette, maintenant j'ai monté ce système et elle est magnifique. Bonjour de France !
@whosyadaddy46325 жыл бұрын
great job picked my 2019 model up friday done 200 kms lol would have done more but bad weather thats the first thing im doing makes her look so much better keep up the good vids cheers
@flounder27605 жыл бұрын
make sure that if you do put bags or side cases on that there is clearence for the turn signals or you might have to go with minis. i just installed givi trekker 33 monokeys and i want a fender eliminator and im thinking my turn signals are gonna collide with the trekker 33's
@REDZONERIDER4 жыл бұрын
@@flounder2760 Fits with the Kawasaki OEM Bags
@tnewhall3 жыл бұрын
Great walkthrough, thank you
@Gaulien4 жыл бұрын
8:15 that thing is for sure cross threaded :s
@arminikonic5664 жыл бұрын
Exactly the same thing i thought when he did it
@TheRPhelps246 жыл бұрын
Man, your production value and quality is great!! I just subscribed after having seen a few of your videos even though my first bike ended up not being the Vulcan S like I wanted but a Harley Street 750 instead lol
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Enjoy the 750! Hope you enjoy some of my upcoming content ;)
@bajleader3 жыл бұрын
Thx from France you help me à lot
@ivoncleumonteiro56732 жыл бұрын
Um salve aqui do Brasil ... assisti teu video e botei a mão na massa ... ficou 10 !!!!!! valeu por tuas explicações ... um abraço !!!
@Kev_L4 жыл бұрын
Be cool to actually see a good put back together part cuz a lot of us tend to not put things back in order
@mariostekic3 жыл бұрын
Great video and it looks much better now 👌🏍😎
@chrisowens36264 ай бұрын
Really helpful video thanks mate
@NicolasRRBB4 жыл бұрын
Thanx a lot man! Greetings from Brazil
@bradmonaghan3 жыл бұрын
Awesome thanks, gonna put this set up on my 2021
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@eduardom30617 ай бұрын
Absolutely great video, thank you. I am looking for a legal new backlight unit for a while now. Just a little question, when I klink the link below I only see the tail tidy, do I need to order the light and indicators separately? Please help me out, the current backlight needs an urgent modification. Thanks in advance.
@tanveermoto88146 жыл бұрын
Very nice video
@cecile53636 жыл бұрын
Great video dude thank you so much !
@deztructo1238 ай бұрын
i'm going to grab one of those and an LED brake light for a harley that tucks under the fender as well. the stocko tail tidy brake light looks shi7
@mikecorvo6662 жыл бұрын
hi this piece can put any plate? Like a plate from Brazil. Are the dimensions of the board and the fit of the screws universal?
@EvilJ0693 жыл бұрын
I have a similar one, but my brake light is an LED strip with integrated blinkers in the strip, no arms
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I wanted to do the same but integrated turn signals are illegal here. :(
@EvilJ0693 жыл бұрын
@@REDZONERIDER Where's that?
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
@@EvilJ069 New Zealand, I think it might be the same in UK and AU too
@NightWoLF198412344 жыл бұрын
This helped me so much! Thankyou 😎
@valmart49752 жыл бұрын
What's the angle of the licence plate with the vertical. The rules in France (and Europe ?) say it cannot go over 30• from the vertical otherwise it's considered too much horizontal and you cannot be controled by the automatic speed control. LOL
@nathangarciamuro5 жыл бұрын
Great video man. I just ordered my R&G so I will be using your instructions to install it. By the way, didn’t you take the opportunity to install LED blinkers when you installed the R&G?
@titodieselcasadiego3165 жыл бұрын
Looks so clean !!
@Raymond587565 жыл бұрын
Which rear stand are you using? I have the spools but I can’t seem to find the right size stand
@melvin17513 жыл бұрын
Nice love this...
@nathangarciamuro3 жыл бұрын
Hello again. Have you had the chance to install LED blinkers in the Vulcan S? Do you know which relay to change is order to change the blinker speed to adjust the LED resistor?
@REDZONERIDER2 жыл бұрын
Haven't given it a second thought. The tail tidy stops them flapping round like they did on the stock tail and with smoke covers I like the look.
@bogdanvrljanovic46132 жыл бұрын
Perfekt.. 😊😊❤️❤️❤️
@hurleywilson72463 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@innominate14 жыл бұрын
is there a part number for the tail light only?
@KarinaSM6502 жыл бұрын
Great vid thank you
@ad4mhakimi6434 жыл бұрын
So helpful
@shamhild Жыл бұрын
How is the running and brake light compared to the stock in terms og visibility when its dark? Its it smaller, but brighter? I wouldnt want to be rear ended because i removed the stock just beause tail tidy looks prettier.
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
It's bright day and night 😊
@themixmusicandmore6280 Жыл бұрын
One of my holes is stripped. Not sure the name of the part the bolts go into
@SM.142 жыл бұрын
Very nice video 👌🏼
@w8nc823 жыл бұрын
Awesome mate
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@Manutschki3 жыл бұрын
Do you also habe a video once the tail tidy is installed how to then change the back indicators to led ones ?
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
no sorry, I still have the stock indicators
@orvski6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video man. I've been in two minds about the R&G tail Tidy kit. On one hand it looks a lot neater without the big fender, but on the other hand I'm not a fan of the smaller tail light. Do you think that the bracket is compatible with other tail lights, like the Harley Soft Tail ones that go right across the back. Thanks again for the video!
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
Orville Obaldo you could probably easily modify it by drilling extra holes in the bracket to fit a harley softtail light. Can't say for sure though but I've seen others mount the soft tail light but none using the r&g bracket that I'm aware of. I really like the look of the smoke version of the R&G looks slick as in comparison to the clear light.
@DJL3NZE3 жыл бұрын
hey my friend, big question, how come u went with this fender elminator kit oppsed to the led light bar you said you were gonna put on but never did. Please let me know because I want to order the led light bar for my brake light
@REDZONERIDER2 жыл бұрын
Turns out the LED strip is Illegal in my country :)
@jonsimonson4 жыл бұрын
Hey what's the model of the center stand you are using?
@jonathankelley12273 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you still check this, but where did you get the smoked turn signal lenses? I've been looking for them but cannot find them
@REDZONERIDER2 жыл бұрын
Aliexpress :) Worth Noting: They didn't have thread in the screw holes so I had to put epoxy resin in, screw in the screws to let it set and create a thread.
@Kamdorian3 жыл бұрын
How did you remove the 3 bolts on rear metal plate? What is the allen wrench size? I have stripped one wrench and 2 bolts already and can't loosen them. even tried after heating 😭
@REDZONERIDER3 жыл бұрын
I am very big and strong. HAHA
@Kamdorian3 жыл бұрын
@@REDZONERIDER LOL yea I was finally able to remove the bolts after soaking in WD40 for 30 mins then 3 mins of heat on each bolt.
@lucynguyen15224 жыл бұрын
Cool!
@DimasinaNYC5 жыл бұрын
Hey awesome video, can someone advise me nice led blinkers to replace oem which would fit that tidy?Thanks!
@ashburnairllc10463 жыл бұрын
Hi great video, thanks. Where can I buy the smoke lens for the turning lights? I just bought the brake light kit 😁😁
@REDZONERIDER2 жыл бұрын
Aliexpress :) Worth Noting: They didn't have thread in the screw holes so I had to put epoxy resin in, screw in the screws to let it set and create a thread.
Жыл бұрын
cool!
@jarsky2 жыл бұрын
Really love the Vulcans, theyre such a good looking bike. I'm also from NZ and was looking to do a tail tidy for my Ninja 650. Did you have to do anything for WoF, like put on reflectors? I've been considering doing a brake light with integrated turn signals, and just doing a basic R&G tail tidy for the plate + plate light, and removing the indicator stems all together, but not sure if I need to put reflectors or anything on it?
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
Hi yes I added small reflective tape in the space between the light and license plate. Found at mitre 10 or bunnings. Never had issues with WOF
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
...didn't see the second half of your message, you may want to investigate integrated turn signals, pretty sure they're illegal in NZ
@ashleighpulis6102 Жыл бұрын
Love the video. Getting mine soon. Was wondering where you got your grips from?
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
My Grips are stock
@ThomasRSmith-og7zo6 жыл бұрын
Which of the brake light wires is for the running lights and which is for the brake lights? Reason I am asking I am also going to add a Denali B6 Auxiliary light at the same time and need to know the OEM Brake and Running light wires.
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
It's very obvious when you are disconnecting them. The R&G kit doesn't actually require the use of the original running light cable as this was a separate light on the stock setup. So you could wire something new into the running light wire if you don't have the OEM relay installed to power your accessories circuit
@ThomasRSmith-og7zo6 жыл бұрын
Actually you are confusing the running light with the license plate light which is separate from the others on the OEM circuit but the R&G kit still has a Running and a Brake light circuit. Blue and Red wires of the OEM one is brake and one is running. No worries, I got it installed along with the B6 Denali aux light which is about 10 times brighter than the R&G light ;-) Red is Running light, Blue is Brake light and Black/Yellow stripe is ground.
@X000jake000x5 жыл бұрын
Well done.
@ekimandersom44782 жыл бұрын
Cool
@AlexBeauch Жыл бұрын
Nice Video! Will you get more water in your back with this kind of tail light?🤔
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
Yes, but an unnoticeable amount.
@DA5NN6Y6 жыл бұрын
Video was a great help to install. However I've done everything the same as you but running light and license plate light not working, do you have any tips or thoughts to why?
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
Wow sorry Daniel I only just saw your comment. Hopefully you've resolved this by now. The original License plate line is not used with the R&G install. This may be why?
@MrEye4get6 жыл бұрын
Can you say how far forward the signal indicators are from the original location? I have Givi panniers installed and worry the indicators might not fit. Not a deal breaker as a tail tidy and heavy Givi hard cases just don't go together.
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
hard to say now as I don't have measurements from before. Ill try figure it out next time I'm in the garage. :)
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
I can tell you by OEM bags fit now that I've got some.
@kavehkarooie21345 жыл бұрын
very explanatory & awesome video mate, you wouldn't happen to have another one for the V-Rod type tail tidy for the Vulcan S would you?
@ThomasRSmith-og7zo6 жыл бұрын
I thought the newer R&G tail tidy kits come with the proper plug for the brake light so you don't have to cut off the one from the Original brake light. Was yours old stock?
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
Seems the smoke one I got was older stock as most people buy the clear version.
@gUm_bY7454 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy your smoked indicators from? I can't find them anywhere.
@REDZONERIDER4 жыл бұрын
Aliexpress. They were supplied with no thread on the screw holes so I had to fill with an epoxy resin and put the screws in while it dried to create a thread. Bit of a screw around (pun intended) so I don't bother advertising them.
@flounder27605 жыл бұрын
on the indicators couldnt you have just cut the ziptie and undone the outside screw and left the rubber bit attached to the assembly? 06:36
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
It was a good while ago but I don't think so, no. I'm pretty sure there's a plate inside the rubber bit holding it in and from memory I tried just as you suggested.
@stephengessner5500 Жыл бұрын
Where did you get your smoke indicator lenses please?
@REDZONERIDER Жыл бұрын
Aliexpress
@ThomasRSmith-og7zo6 жыл бұрын
So do you necessarily have to cut off the plug and wires from the original brake light?
@ThomasRSmith-og7zo6 жыл бұрын
Actually the newer R&G kits come with a wiring harness for the Vulcan S so no need to cut off the OEM tail light plug.
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
Correct. However it seems the smoke ones from r&g still require cutting
@captsubtle5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I believe I'll be doing this for mine in the spring, I just need to make sure the indicators clear my saddle bags. Do you have to reuse the stock signals, or would others work as replacements?
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
No you could easily use aftermarket signals :)
@captsubtle5 жыл бұрын
@@REDZONERIDER Sweet! Looking to lighten the power load and increase brightness with some LED's.
@irishmonkfish6 жыл бұрын
Hey, I bought the Vulcan s a few weeks ago and can't decide on whether or not to get a windshield for it to reduce wind noise. What do you think?
@REDZONERIDER6 жыл бұрын
I haven't personally had any experience with them sorry. I highly recommend joining our Vulcan S Facebook group. facebook.com/groups/KawasakiVulcanS.english/
@FlavienS576 жыл бұрын
I installed the Puig windshield, but as it take the wind away from the body, it's worse for the head. I added a spoiler at it, and now I'm happy, the wind is deflected just on the really top of the helmet and it helps A LOT when travelling highways, or by cold temperatures ! (I'm 1.75m).
@rog0835 жыл бұрын
hey mate, cool video! i recently got my learners. what do you think getting lams Vulcan S as first bike?
@Naturally_Gifted5 жыл бұрын
Thinking about getting the Vulcan as my first bike also.. would like to know people's opinions..
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
It would make a great first bike. However I would recommend getting some lessons first on a smaller cc bike. The Vulcan s has a suprising amount of torque.
@chrisw42154 жыл бұрын
I was riding 125 for a year until I moved to 800. it's the best way, to be honest. but Vulcan is not a sportbike so I guess you should be fine
@normanhughedicko40765 жыл бұрын
You should use a small size led signal lights too bro
@elpatron45043 жыл бұрын
How to order this r&g tail tidy?
@c-sbotha96806 жыл бұрын
Wanted to ask before....are you the face in the videos for Topmaq?
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha yup
@SirYesac5 жыл бұрын
What tires do you have on there? They look good and I'm looking for a pair for my Vulcan S :)
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
Still have the originals actually but I'm due to change. Everyone has recommended the Pirelli Angel GT's
@dethzero83375 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the smoke turnsignal covers?
@REDZONERIDER5 жыл бұрын
AliExpress. Had to modify them as they had no thread in the screwholes
@serkanscherer67262 жыл бұрын
Is it legal in germany (all parts and smoke lense) ?
@REDZONERIDER2 жыл бұрын
Don't know the laws in Germany sorry, but we are pretty strict here in New Zealand and it's fine.