mizzuz moto- I have a 1999 classic 800 with cobras. way too high pitch. so, took your advice and wrapped baffles with the stove pipe rope. I have about $14 invested into the new sound, and it is so much better. thank you so much for the help and advice.
I have cobra's on my 1500 Classic. 1-1/2" frost plug hammered half way down the inner pipe did wonders to kill the shot-gun blasting on opening throttle. Now has a nice constant drone to them. These baffles came out easy. 2 stainless screws hold them in. The plug flattened the louvres a bit, just open them up again with flat head driver. To loud will wear on ya on long up hill travels.
I threw Cobras onto my VN800 about 11 years ago and seriously, the difference is the proverbial chalk and cheese - more power, better sound, better appearance. You really should've left them running straight through - once you're on the bike, you won't notice it, but (most importantly) everyone around you will immediately notice you.
In Aus, we need to have baffles kept in, of course you can take them out but if a noise complaint or the police pull you over to check, you will get a fine and have to replace baffles or new pipes, Aus law has changed and bike exhaust laws are now more sticter.....than said, new Harley's are so frigging loud s stock, I just don't get it. Arghhhh
@@Rocketman0407 I got a mechanic who is top notch and he said that I would most likely have to re jet and upgrade the air intake due to loss of back pressure. I think it’s a put the pipes on and see how she does. Thanks for your insight.
@@popsxbox If you want a more free flowing intake look up the scooterize mod for the vn800. I consider getting cobra pipes, free flow filter and do some mods to the carb and rejet using a dynojet kit. My mechanic said that would generate around 10-15% more power. The aftermarket pipe is expensive, but it will be worth it I think.
Thanks! I think we got the taillight from nicecycle. Just search for Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Classic 1996-2005 Integrated Tail Light Clear and you can find them.
Just bought a VN800E Drifter, love it so much, so good that i leave my Ducati Diavel and Harley FXDLI behind, would you tell me how to install the stove rope in the pipe (Sound awesome)? and do you have to rejet the carb to avoid the back firing? Thanks.
Once you take the baffle out, you can just wrap the stove rope around the length of the pipe. I did not have to rejet the carb. No backfiring whatsoever. It really made the pipes sound better. These are awfully fun bikes but the Diavel? That's a rocket!
Greetings from Greece. Great bike guys. I own the same model and it's outstanding bike. Can you inform about the solo seat. Is it a good option concerning the cost always?? Because I haven't ride something similar it's quite a risk to buy such product.. Thanks in advance...
The Mustang seat is really comfortable - a bit wider, a bit lower than the stock seat. And it looks better than the stock seat :-). It is expensive but worth it.
+Luís Rufo Hi Luis, yes these are the 4264s. I'm not sure they'll fit the Drifter. The Cobra site doesn't have any products listed for the Drifter...which I thought was rather odd since most aftermarket parts for the 800 classic usually fits.
I sold this particular one but missed it so much I bought another one completely stock and customized it to look identical to Veronica. Only difference is the new one only has 1800 miles versus the 48,000 on the old bike. I think I bought the chrome headlight ring from cruisercustomizing.com.
+Christian Vasquez Thanks Christian - the pipes are Cobra 2" Slashcut drag pipes. You can find them here www.cruisercustomizing.com/cobra-2-in-slashcut-drag-pipes-vulcan-800/part/BLV4264X. Thanks for watching!
+Sam Leisch I didn't get it tuned or rejetted. I read that it's something that should be done when installing new pipes but honestly, we didn't need to at all. Bike performed perfectly. Good question though. Thanks for watching Sam!
@E Jism Thanks for the info...I haven't had a chance to take'r out since I've been Bobbing it plus working full time...hopefully sometime next month or the next ill be done and can check it out. :)
The width was between 1/2" to 5/8" but it's the thickness that was more important. Can't remember the exact size but we took the baffle into the store to make sure the rope wasn't thicker than the end of the pipe otherwise it's a pain to put the baffle back in. Hope that helps.
hello, i like your kawasaki vulcan 800 classic with Cobra pipes after. I,m from Holland and living in the Philippines. i make so much Comments, that i wil buy one,, here in this Country can not so a Motorcycle buy.Please can you help me where i can buy a Kawasaky Vulcan with everything included. Thank you very much, Bob from the Philippines
+Cane Gagly Hello Cane, they don't make the Vulcan 800 classic any longer so you would have to look for them on the used bikes market. I don't know if you have Craigslist in the Philippines but that's a good resource for us here in the U.S. Otherwise your local classified ads might work. Even eBay motors might be an option if the seller offers shipping. Thanks for watching and good luck on your search!
The 800 is an absolutely great bike - more reliable than the flst, not as heavy nor does it vibrate you to death. No doubt the softails are beautiful bikes but I've ridden both and for the simple joy of riding and not needing to impress anyone, I'll take the 800 any day.
hi im going to buy one the seller said it hard to shift to N, you cant shift it to N when you stopped you have to shift before you stopped or tap the throttle then shift to N when it goes down is it a big problem to this bike? do you have the same problem i have almost no choice
This is a somewhat common problem - not only with the Vulcan but other bikes as well. The bike in this video had that problem sometimes. It was hard to get it into neutral without rocking the bike back and forth a little or opening up the throttle just a little. Not a big deal for me - just something I had to get used to. The bike still ran like a champ. Have fun with the bike!
thank for your reply actually i have no choice about vulcan800 only 10 on sale in japan 2 on auction are sold www.goobike.com/bike/kawasaki__vulcan_800_classic/ (but there is much more vulcan 400 here, much cheaper and more well customized) the stock is cost too much for custom i choose this one www.goobike.com/bike/stock_8701159B30161008001/disp_ord=2 do tank mount work, let it fit better change the seat bar, tail lamp fork part black work change sprocket to make the gear 4 works like normal gear 5 ,lower rpm at same speed still a bit cheaper then this 1988 evo st page3.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/c573396614
Vasilis Katsiaounis It's a bolt on. Visit www.mustangseats.com/Category/Seats and you'll see the options. You can get a solo seat or 2 piece seat for your passenger
