Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Series 1996 – 2008 Clymer Owners Service and Repair Manual

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Softcover – 416 pages – Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Series 1996 – 2008 Clymer Owners Service Repair Manual covers the following models: Vulcan 1500 Classic D1-D2 (1996-1997) Vulcan 1500 Classic E1-E7 (1998-2004) Vulcan 1500 Classic N1-N8 (2000-2008) Vulcan 1500 Classic T6 (2006) Vulcan 1500 Drifter J1-J2 (1999-2000) Vulcan 1500 Drifter R1-R5 (2001-2005) Vulcan 1500 Nomad G1 G1A G2A G3 (1998-2001) Vulcan Nomad L1-L5 (2000-2004)Note: this manual does not cover Classic Fi Nomad or Drifter models. See Clymer CM357-2 for 1987-1999 Vulcan 1550A B and C models.Contents: QUICK REFERENCE DATA GENERAL INFORMATIONManual organization / Notes cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service hints / Washing the bike / Special tips / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / RTV gasket sealant / Gasket remover / Threadlocking compound / Expendable supplies / Serial numbers / Warning and information labels / Basic hand tools / Precision measuring tools / Special tools / Fabricating tools / Mechanic TROUBLESHOOTINGOperating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Starting the engine / Emergency troubleshooting / Engine starting troubleshooting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Gearshift linkage / Transmission / Electrical troubleshooting / Test equipment / Basic test procedures / Electrical problems / Charging system troubleshooting / Ignition system troubleshooting / Starter system troubleshooting / Carburetor troubleshooting / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Specifications LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UPTune-up /Air filter / Engine oil and filter / Idle speed adjustment / Spark plugs / Battery / Compression test / Ignition timing inspection / Brake system / Clutch system / Cooling system / Fuel hose inspection / Emission control systems / Throttle cable operation and adjustment / Control cable lubrication / Gearshift pedals / Tyres and wheels / Lights and horn inspection / Sidestand switch and ignition cut-off system / Steering head bearing inspection / Front suspension inspection / Rear suspension inspection / Swing arm bearing lubrication / Final drive unit / Speedometer cable lubrication / Fasteners / Specifications ENGINE TOP ENDShop cleanliness / Engine / Rocker case cover / Rocker case / Camshaft and cam chain tensioner / External oil hoses / Cylinder head / Valves / Cylinder / Piston information


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