Rear Spring Preload on Kawasaki Vulcan 900 - Step-by-step Instructions & How it Works

[@mml1224]

great job max! just asking one of the online forums how to do this, never got much info, so glad you did this one!4us

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you! I am happy it was helpful. Ride safe! Max

[@mml1224]

@@KMaxVideo im selling a very low mileage 12'vulcan classic,fully loaded,like new riding condition, let me know if any of your vulcan club members are interested? needs nothin

[@marconesme]

Love your videos! I really didn't think it would be this easy but after watching your video I went out and got it done in no time. I adjusted it just sitting normally on the kickstand. That 150lb average rider part in the manual is hilarious!

[@KMaxVideo]

I'm glad it was helpful. I was also wondering where they got 150lb average for those who ride this kind of bikes. 😁 Ride safe! Max

[@loopertrooper6671]

Kudos on that Jack! I’ve been riding for a million years at this point and have never seen anything like it. What a great idea!

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you! Don't hesitate to check my other videos. You might find more useful info. 🙂 Ride safe! Max

[@Serjical23]

Just changed mine from 4 to 6 following this video. For what it's worth, you can adjust to 3, 4, or 5 without removing the coolant tank cover. Thanks for posting.

[@giovanygonzalez102]

I am anew motorcycle guy and I find your video very helpful thanks

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you Giovany! I'm glad it was helpful. Don't hesitate to subscribe and check my other videos.🙂 Ride safe! Max

[@spazzmodicusoperandii2883]

Thanks for taking the time to make your very helpful videos. I appreciate it.

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you! I'm glad they are helpful. Ride safe! Max

[@stancekings7231]

Need to check my one Thanks

[@frankmoussa2006]

Max don’t forget the videos on clutch adjustment and coolant change👍🏻

[@garrettday7853]

Hey Max! Thanks for all the informative videos, I have a tip for you. I recently got my Vulcan and hate when things don’t work smoothly. I lubricated the key mechanism for the seat removal and also the system where the release is under the seat real well and my seat pops off without any hesitation now when servicing the bike. Hope this helps!

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi Garrett, Thank you for sharing how you made it work. I've done something similar, but still it would not release without me pressing the seat downwards. I guess, it could be because I have a Mustang seat and it sits pretty tight, so needs some push. Who knows. :) Ride safe! Max

[@IQMENTALITY]

@@KMaxVideo what seat is that exactly wanting to get one

[@Mr5Stars]

Great Video.. Your Video was more helpful than the service Manual.THANK YOU.

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful. Don't hesitate to check my other videos. 🙂 Ride safe! Max

[@reffutama2233]

Thank you for your video. I'm definitely adjusting my preload this weekend. I'm always riding alone on weekdays and 2 up on weekends

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you Reff! I am glad it is helpful. Don't hesitate to subscribe to my channel and check my other videos. :) If have not done it yet. :) Ride safe! Max

[@reffutama2233]

@@KMaxVideo you're welcome and you too. New sub and a fellow Vulcan 900 rider from Malaysia

[@Daniel_pc70]

Thanks for a great video, glad to see you back making videos, thank you for your help.

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you Daniel! Ride safe! Max

[@PieciO]

Thanks for the explanation! I have a question I cannot seem to find an answer for. Maybe you can help. What is the size of the hook wrench you were using? I don’t want to but an overpriced original one but to buy a regular hook wrench you have to know at least the size interval. I was able to find on the internet that the biggest hook wrench from the tool kit is size 32.5 but the smallest one you were using has no markings.

[@daveodo4315]

Thanks for the great how to video

[@johnv3599]

Well made! I’ll be adjusting mine soon.

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you!

[@flyingfritz1317]

Many thanks for this super good explanation! 👍👍👍✌

[@KMaxVideo]

You are welcome. I'm glad it was helpful. Don't hesitate to check my other videos and subscribe. 😉😀 Ride safe! Max

[@TheTuquito6]

my friend is there an adjustment for the front shocks and if so can you explain how to do that please, and thank you for your service!!

[@mikeguilbault1795]

Excellent video. If I may ask… what kind of seat was that. I’d like to replace the stock seat on my 2016.

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi Mike, Thank you for the nice words! The seat is a Mustang Wide Touring one. I have it with the driver and passenger backrests. You can find more details here: Mustang Wide Touring vs. Stock Seat - Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXOlY2Waipuhiq8 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Upgrades and Mods for Safety and Comfort: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJKxh5mjqpaHiNk Let me know if any questions. Ride safe! Max

[@xXNurreXx]

As always very informative. Thanks

[@KMaxVideo]

Thank you!

[@akhkham]

Thanks dude, very helpful!

[@KMaxVideo]

You are welcome! I'm glad it was helpful. Feel free to check out my other videos. 🙂 Ride safe! Max

[@antonioarno477]

Ciao, bellissimi video. Mi diresti per favore come si chiama e dove posso comprare il sollevatore moto che usi? Grazie

[@uomo3047]

Now that I am starting with the modifications of my VN 900 this video will be very useful. And the question is: does adjusting the shock so that the suspension stiffens a bit, does it lower the height of the rear fender? Thank you for your attention and your response.

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi, If you adjust the spring preload, it will not change the height of the rear fender if there's no load because the shock is fully extended. When you sit on it, it will hold you a bit higher depending on how much you a just it for. Going from the setting 4 to 7 will keep the spring expended about 7 mm more than before given there is no additional weight. It would be a bit more for the fender considering the leverage of the arms. At the end of the day the difference is not huge. You can see how it works in the second half of the video. Ride safe! Max

[@uomo3047]

@@KMaxVideo Excellent explanation and very clear. Your response has been very helpful. I would like to know your opinion about the kit (lowering kit) to lower the height of both the motorcycle and the rear fender; that accessory is sold by Baron Custom Accessories. I have read various opinions and although it is true that the bike looks better, it seems that the suspension stiffens and the bike loses balance since the rear axle would not be at the same level as the front axle Thank you very much for your attention and response. Have a good day and good road. 🤝

[@uomo3047]

Does anyone know if adjusting the shock will change the height of the rear fender? Your reply would be very helpful. Thanks so mucho.

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi, If you adjust the spring preload, it will not change the height of the rear fender if there's no load because the shock is fully extended. When you sit on it, it will hold you a bit higher depending on how much you a just it for. Going from the setting 4 to 7 will keep the spring expended about 7 mm more than before given there is no additional weight. It would be a bit more for the fender considering the leverage of the arms. At the end of the day the difference is not huge. You can see how it works in the second half of the video. Ride safe! Max

[@uomo3047]

@@KMaxVideo Hi Max, Thank you very much for your answer. And since you have much more experience on this type of motorcycle VN 900, I will appreciate your opinion about the kit (lowering kit) to lower the height of both the motorcycle and the rear fender; that accessory is sold by Baron Custom Accessories. I have read various opinions and although it is true that the bike looks better, it seems that the suspension stiffens and the bike loses balance since the rear axle would not be at the same level as the front axle. Once more, Thank you for your attention and your answer.

[@FRJ1982]

So if me and my gf are about 400 lbs total weight, which adjustment level should I probably be set at??

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi, With 400 lb total you'll need to adjust to the maximum setting position (#7). Don't forget about the tire pressure as well. You'll need to have 32 psi on the rear tire. Ride safe! Max

[@FRJ1982]

@@KMaxVideo thanks a lot K Max, I will have to do that asap, yes the tire pressure as well 👍👍🙏

[@larrylyman4840]

Do you know if there is a reason for the dimple that's below the fuel cap on a 07 Vulcan 900? I bondoed over it to make it look more streamline I don't know if that would mess up the venting

[@patgenier1965]

Thanks Max.

[@KMaxVideo]

You are welcome Pat. I'm glad it adds value. Ride safe! Max

[@andraspalotas4715]

hi, where did u get the driver back support from?

[@KMaxVideo]

I bought it together with the Mustang seat. They have two options, with and without it.

[@grk651]

what anti freeze did you use?

[@HOPPOVERSION1]

What size is the wrench you used to perform this task?

[@darrenthomson6315]

I can only get the tool in to turn it once… does the rear wheel need to be off the ground to be able to turn the adjustor again?

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi Darren, It is not necessary to have it off the ground, but I found it's easier to do it if it has no bike weight load on the spring. I use the DIY stand for it. It is very easy to make it and it can be used when you do any kind of maintenance. I have a video about it. In general it is not easy to turn the adjuster. I had some difficulties when I did it for the first time. Ride safe! Max

[@bluesman8869]

Hello, so to have more support , you move the wrench to the rear and less support you move the wrench to the front?

[@KMaxVideo]

Yes, to increase preload, you turn the wrench towards the rear wheel, to reduce preload you turn it towards the front if the bike. Ride safe! Max

[@norbertbulot443]

Bonjours dans quel sens pour reglage droite ou gauche

[@myF430Spider]

Can I still adjust it without lifting the motorcycle? Also what’s the liquid in that reservoir tank? Is it coolant? And why is it closer to low ?

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi, Yes, you can definitely do it, but it is more convenient and easier to do it when the rear wheel Is raised. Ride safe, Max

[@myF430Spider]

@@KMaxVideo thanks to your video and clear instructions I was able to adjust my suspension and it’s soooo much better now. Thank you

[@KMaxVideo]

@@myF430Spider That's great! I'm happy it was helpful and worked out well. Ride safe! Max

[@IQMENTALITY]

Good vid, I'll be adjusting this weekend. Quick question, where did you get that seat? Can you send the link?

[@user-fu8gq5xg5u1]

где на вн900 находится адсорбер?

[@mikesanders902]

Cool deal buddy

[@albertbustos4587]

I am 180 I ride by myself what should I set it for no passenger or accessories

[@KMaxVideo]

5 should be good considering 4 is recommended for 150 lb. Ride safe! Max

[@KC-pf4tj]

So I’ve tried to soften the ride on my 06 Vulcan 900 LT. I weigh around 210lbs or 95kg and I find that I feel just about every bump. If the wife is on the bike, the bike rides extremely smooth but every so often turning right I’ll scrape my Vance and Hines pipes. I can’t seem to find a medium for both of us without adjusting every time I ride . Frustrating! I also can’t do much with the front forks as they seem so tight that I feel much of the road.

[@davidcarvolth7685]

Set to.6

[@FURDOG1961]

0:40

[@travispratt6327]

I think there’s some kind of conspiracy going on cause I can’t find a single video on how to do this on a Vulcan 800 classic… and I even have a Haynes manual which doesn’t mention it. Oh well, I think if I just start removing parts I’ll eventually get to it.

[@travispratt6327]

Even the service manual under adjusting preload says “remove rear shock, see section xx”… like wtf… I know damn well you can adjust them on the bike cause I remember doing it one time when I had my rear wheel off and other parts for repairs, it was just years ago and I don’t want to take all that off again.

[@happylala4758]

Hi Can I ask you to test our super cool LED headlight? 🗾

[@KMaxVideo]

Hi, Sure, which one? Max